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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
2014 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL
Denali Owner Manual
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-44
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-28
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-19
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-27
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-68

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  • Page 1 2014 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Rear Seat Infotainment .
  • Page 2 2014 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
  • Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated GMC Truck Emblem, YUKON, and Motors of Canada Limited for GMC...
  • Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and This means there is Symbols something that could result in Cautions The vehicle has components and property or vehicle damage. This labels that use symbols instead of would not be covered by the Warning messages found on vehicle text.
  • Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Charging System : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Cruise Control : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Engine Coolant Temperature : Outside Power Foldaway and what they mean. For more Mirrors information on the symbol, refer to : Exterior Lamps...
  • Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 7 In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-9 Infotainment System ..1-18 Passenger Sensing Side Blind Zone System .
  • Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown; Metric Similar...
  • Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8-8. Cruise Control on page 9-38. Initial Drive B. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. Heated Steering Wheel Button Information See Turn and Lane-Change (If Equipped). See Heated Signals on page 6-5. Steering Wheel on page 5-4. This section provides a brief overview about some of the Windshield Wiper/Washer on...
  • Page 10 In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking : Press and release to locate lamps will turn on and remain on as the vehicle. long as the engine is running. The Press and hold for more than doors will be locked and the climate two seconds to sound the panic control system may come on.
  • Page 11 In Brief Door Locks Liftgate There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver door. From inside, use the power door locks or the manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob.
  • Page 12 In Brief Manual Liftgate Operation There are several ways to open and Windows close the power liftgate: To unlock the liftgate, press Press and hold on the RKE the power door lock switch or press transmitter until the liftgate starts on the Remote Keyless Entry moving.
  • Page 13 In Brief Seat Adjustment See Power Seat Adjustment on Reclining Seatbacks page 3-3. Lumbar Adjustment To adjust the seatback: To adjust the seat: Tilt the top of the control Move the seat forward or rearward to recline. To adjust the lumbar support: rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
  • Page 14 In Brief Memory Features Second Row Seats Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split-bench or buckets seats, the seatbacks can Front Seats be folded for additional cargo space, or the seats can be folded and tumbled for easy entry/exit to the third row seats, if equipped.
  • Page 15 In Brief Press the button once for the Safety Belts Press to heat the left highest setting. With each press of outboard or right outboard seat the button, the seat will change to cushion and to cycle through the the next lower setting, and then to temperature settings.
  • Page 16 1-10 In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
  • Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Power Folding Mirrors vehicle is in R (Reverse). This Steering Wheel feature lets the driver view the curb Adjustment To fold the mirrors: when parallel parking. The mirrors 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out return to the original position when to the driving position.
  • Page 18 1-12 In Brief steering column, clockwise to the Reading Lamps farthest position. In this position, the The reading lamps are located in dome lamps remain on whether a the overhead console, press the door is opened or closed. button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off.
  • Page 19 In Brief 1-13 The exterior lamp control is on the See: : Turn the band up for more instrument panel to the left of the frequent wipes or down for less Exterior Lamp Controls on steering wheel. frequent wipes. page 6-1 There are four positions.
  • Page 20 1-14 In Brief Climate Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. For vehicles The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with with a rear air conditioning and this system. heating system, see Rear Climate Control System on page 8-6.
  • Page 21 In Brief 1-15 To enable Range Selection: Vehicle Features 1. Move the column shift lever to Radio(s) the M (Manual) position. The current range will appear next to the M. This is the highest possible range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are available.
  • Page 22 1-16 In Brief Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) : Turn to manually select radio 2. Press to display HR, MIN, System on page 7-28 and Rear stations or press to set the bass or MM, DD, and YYYY (hour, Seat Audio (RSA) System on treble.
  • Page 23 In Brief 1-17 ® For more information, refer to: Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls www.siriusxm.com or call If equipped with a Bluetooth system, 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.) it allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to www.xmradio.ca or call make and receive hands-free calls 1-877-209-0079 (Canada) using the vehicle s audio system See Satellite Radio on page 7-9.
  • Page 24 1-18 In Brief Cruise Control : Press to silence the vehicle : Press to disengage cruise speakers only. Press again to turn control without erasing the set the sound on. Press and hold longer speed from memory. than two seconds to interact with See Cruise Control on page 9-38.
  • Page 25 In Brief 1-19 Rear Vision Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Universal Remote System rear bumper clean to ensure proper Camera (RVC) operation. If available, the RVC displays a view See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on of the area behind the vehicle when page 9-40.
  • Page 26 1-20 In Brief Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of switch (B) to vent deflector will automatically raise. the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the The sunroof also has a sunshade...
  • Page 27 In Brief 1-21 Performance and Press and release again to The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when turn on both systems. Maintenance the vehicle is first started, and then For more information, see turn off as the vehicle is driven. This ®...
  • Page 28 Always follow posted speed Mexico: 01-800-466-0801 limits or drive more slowly when Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can As the owner of a new GMC, you conditions require. use either unleaded gasoline or are automatically enrolled in the ethanol fuel containing up to 85% Keep vehicle tires properly Roadside Assistance program.
  • Page 29: Table Of Contents

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Vehicle Security ....2-12 Windows Vehicle Alarm System ..2-12 Keys Immobilizer .
  • Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, Remote Keyless Entry an OnStar Advisor may remotely (RKE) System Operation unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to Remote Keyless Entry 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows If enabled through the Driver If enabled through the DIC, the Information Center (DIC), the turn exterior lights turn on briefly if it is signal lamps flash once to indicate dark enough outside. See locking has occurred. If enabled Approach Lighting under Vehicle through the DIC, the horn chirps Personalization on page 5-44.
  • Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement To replace the battery: Press and hold for more than two seconds to activate the panic 1. Separate the transmitter with a Replace the battery if the REPLACE alarm. The turn signal lamps flash flat, thin object, such as a flat BATTERY IN REMOTE and the horn sounds repeatedly for...
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start ON/RUN. If your vehicle does not (Remote Start): This button will have an automatic climate control be on the RKE transmitter if you Your vehicle may have a remote system, during remote start, you will have remote start.
  • Page 34: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows After entering the vehicle during a The additional 10 minutes are See your dealer if you would like to remote start, insert and turn the key considered a second remote vehicle add the manufacturer's remote to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. start.
  • Page 35: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows From inside, use the power door (Unlock): Press to unlock the Warning (Continued) locks or manual door locks. To lock doors. or unlock the door with the manual Young children who get into locks, push down or pull up on the Delayed Locking unlocked vehicles may be manual lock knob.
  • Page 36: Automatic Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Door Locks Doors The vehicle may have an automatic Liftgate lock/unlock feature. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Warning Vehicle Personalization on page 5-44. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the Lockout Protection liftgate or trunk/hatch open,...
  • Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Operation Warning (Continued) To unlock the liftgate, press Adjust the climate control the power door lock switch or system to a setting that press on the Remote Keyless brings in only outside air and Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.
  • Page 38 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Liftgate Operation Press on the overhead before the power liftgate latches closed, the liftgate may reverse to console. On vehicles with a power liftgate, the open position. Cargo could fall the switch is on the overhead Press on the bottom of the out of the vehicle.
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 the power function will deactivate To open the liftgate, press the touch The liftgate has an electric latch. and a message will display in the pad on the handle (B) and lift up. If the battery is disconnected or has Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 40: Power Assist Steps

    2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Assist Steps The power assist steps Vehicle Security automatically extend from beneath This vehicle has theft-deterrent the vehicle on the side in which the features; however, they do not make door has been opened. Once the the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Always unlock the doors with the 2. Lock the door with the Remote unlock button on the RKE RKE transmitter. Unlocking a Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter transmitter during the 10-second door any other way will set off or the power door lock switch.
  • Page 42: Immobilizer

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Then reach in through the Immobilizer Operation When the PASS-Key III+ system window, unlock the door with the senses that someone is using the ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ manual door lock and open the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle (Personalized Automotive Security door.
  • Page 43: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ 3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors decoder to learn the transponder the key to LOCK/OFF, and value of a new or replacement key. remove the key. Convex Mirrors Up to 10 keys may be programmed 4.
  • Page 44: Power Mirrors

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset To fold the mirrors: them to their normal position. 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out A popping noise may be heard to the driving position.
  • Page 45: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off. If the vehicle has the memory Automatic Dimming The vehicle may have a Rear Vision package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a Camera (RVC).
  • Page 46: Power Windows

    2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
  • Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power Override Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and If the battery on the vehicle has Warning lowered all the way without holding been recharged, disconnected, or is the switch.
  • Page 48: Sun Visors

    2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows The window is now reprogrammed. Sun Visors Roof Repeat the process for the other windows. Sunroof Window Lockout Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod.
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of switch (B) to vent deflector will automatically raise. the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the The sunroof also has a sunshade...
  • Page 50 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
  • Page 51 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-17 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-36 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-22 Airbag System Check .
  • Page 52: Seats And

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To lower the head restraint, press top of the restraint is at the same the button, located on the top of the height as the top of the occupant's seatback, and push the head Warning head.
  • Page 53: Power Seat Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust a power seat: Lumbar Adjustment Move the seat forward or Power Seat Adjustment rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front or rear Warning part of the seat cushion by You can lose control of the moving the front or rear of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver...
  • Page 54: Reclining Seatbacks

    Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Warning Power Reclining Seatbacks Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
  • Page 55: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Memory Remote Recall To save into memory: The memory feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, power 1. Adjust the driver seat, including steering column, and pedals to the seatback recliner and stored positions when entering the lumbar, both outside mirrors, vehicle.
  • Page 56: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints If something has blocked the driver If the easy exit feature is Heated and Ventilated seat, power steering column, or the programmed on in the vehicle Front Seats adjustable pedals while recalling a personalization menu, automatic memory position, the recall may driver seat and power steering Warning stop.
  • Page 57 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and When it is cold outside, the heated seatback. seats may turn on automatically during a remote vehicle start. The Press the button once for the heated seats will be canceled when highest setting.
  • Page 58: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The buttons are on the Rear Seat to the third row seat, if equipped. Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the The seat has either the manual fold center console. and tumble feature or the automatic Heated Rear Seats seat release fold and tumble Press...
  • Page 59 Seats and Restraints 2. Move the seatback to the Manual Fold and Tumble 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard desired position, and then side of the seat, to release the Feature release the lever to lock the seatback. Folding and Tumbling the Seat seatback in place.
  • Page 60 3-10 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seat, if equipped: 1.
  • Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Automatic Fold and Tumble Warning (Continued) Feature The transmission must be in stop or crash. Be sure to return P (Park) for this feature to work. the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into Warning place.
  • Page 62: Third Row Seats

    3-12 Seats and Restraints Returning the Seat to the 3. For the 60/40 split-bench seat, make sure the safety belt in the Sitting Position center seating position is not To return the seat to the sitting caught between the two seats position from the tumbled position: and is not twisted.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-13 The seat cannot be unlatched Put the seat in this position only Warning from the floor unless the when necessary for additional cargo seatback is folded. space. If either seatback is not locked, it Returning the Third Row Seat could move forward in a sudden from a Tumbled Position stop or crash.
  • Page 64 3-14 Seats and Restraints Installing the Third Row Seat Warning To install the seat: If either seatback is not locked, it 1. Open the liftgate to access the could move forward in a sudden rear of the vehicle. stop or crash. That could cause 2.
  • Page 65: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-15 Safety Belts Warning Warning (Continued) This section of the manual A seat that is not locked into describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride place properly can move around properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 66: How To Wear Safety Belts

    3-16 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly...
  • Page 67: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints 3-17 Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best have a lap-shoulder belt. able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if The lap-shoulder belts for the first there is a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 68 3-18 Seats and Restraints Use the following pictures to 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull determine the latch plate style: the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-19 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. If the belt stops before it reaches 3.
  • Page 70 3-20 Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder The adjuster can be moved up just portion of the belt is on the shoulder by pushing up on the shoulder belt and not falling off of it. The belt guide.
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle's safety belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3-24. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder...
  • Page 72: Safety Belt Use During

    3-22 Seats and Restraints To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide onto its storage clip on the belt restraining forces.
  • Page 73: Safety Belt Extender

    Seats and Restraints 3-23 A pregnant woman should wear a personal injury, do not let someone Make sure the safety belt reminder lap-shoulder belt, and the lap else use it, and use it only for the light is working. See Safety Belt portion should be worn as low as seat it is made to fit.
  • Page 74: Replacing Safety Belt System

    3-24 Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-25 All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things Warning have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: in the trim or on an attached label Because airbags inflate with great near the deployment opening.
  • Page 76: Where Are The Airbags

    3-26 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 3-38 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-40.
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-27 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Side Similar Side Similar If the vehicle has seat-mounted side The roof-rail airbags for the driver, If the vehicle has a third row impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger, and passenger seat, the roof-rail airbags...
  • Page 78: When Should An Airbag

    3-28 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. If something is between an This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at occupant and an airbag, the airbags.
  • Page 79: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 sensor(s) provide information that is In any particular crash, no one can moderate to severe side collisions, used to adjust the deployment of the say whether an airbag should have even belted occupants can contact frontal airbags. inflated simply because of the the inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 80: What Will You See After An

    3-30 Seats and Restraints What Will You See after off the interior lamps and hazard Warning warning flashers by using the an Airbag Inflates? controls for those features. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags Warning could cause breathing problems...
  • Page 81: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-31 Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing only once. After an airbag System inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If the vehicle has the passenger If you do not get them, the airbag status indicator pictured in airbag system will not be there the following illustration, then the...
  • Page 82 3-32 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system will Warning Warning (Continued) turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal...
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-33 When the passenger sensing off the front outboard passenger If the On Indicator is Lit for a system has turned off the front frontal airbag, depending upon the Child Restraint outboard passenger frontal airbag, person's seating posture and body The passenger sensing system is the off indicator will light and stay lit build.
  • Page 84 3-34 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, cushions, seat covers, seat turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 85: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints 3-35 some adult-sized occupants. If this Warning (Continued) Warning happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. ride in the front outboard Stowing of articles under the A thick layer of additional material, passenger seat, if the passenger passenger seat or between the such as a blanket or cushion,...
  • Page 86: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    3-36 Seats and Restraints The operation of the airbag system or device, installed under or on top Warning can also be affected by changing of the seat fabric, could also any parts of the front seats, safety interfere with the operation of the For up to 10 seconds after the belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic passenger sensing system.
  • Page 87: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
  • Page 88: Child Restraints

    3-38 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-39 According to accident statistics, Warning (Continued) children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. The child could move too far In a crash, children who are not forward increasing the chance of buckled up can strike other people head and neck injury.
  • Page 90: Infants And Young

    3-40 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither Everyone in a vehicle needs the vehicle's safety belt system nor protection! This includes infants and its airbag system is designed all other children.
  • Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-41 types. Selection of a particular Warning (Continued) Warning restraint should take into consideration not only the child's seat, always move the front To reduce the risk of neck and weight, height, and age but also passenger seat as far back as it head injury during a crash, infants whether or not the restraint will will go.
  • Page 92: Child Restraint Systems

    3-42 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen.
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child...
  • Page 94: Where To Put The Restraint

    3-44 Seats and Restraints Administration (NHTSA) website to We recommend that children and Warning (Continued) locate the nearest child safety seat child restraints be secured in a rear inspection station. For CPST seat, including: an infant or a child passenger airbag inflates and the availability in Canada, check with riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
  • Page 95: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-45 When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a instructions that came with your collision or sudden stop and injure the front passenger seat as far child restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle.
  • Page 96 3-46 Seats and Restraints When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor.
  • Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Your child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
  • Page 98 3-48 Seats and Restraints anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Third Row Seat (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors.
  • Page 99: System

    Seats and Restraints 3-49 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. belts to secure the restraint, According to accident statistics, following the instructions that children and infants are safer when came with the child restraint and properly restrained in a child the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 100 3-50 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one 1.1. Find the lower anchors for Warning child restraint in the rear seat, see the desired seating Where to Put the Restraint on position. Children can be seriously injured page 3-44.
  • Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-51 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten are using a single tether, the top tether according to raise the headrest or head your child restraint restraint and route the instructions and the tether under the headrest or following instructions: head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.
  • Page 102: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    3-52 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) When securing a child restraint in a Warning rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
  • Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-53 In Canada, the law requires that Use the following pictures to forward-facing child restraints have determine the latch plate style: a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
  • Page 104 3-54 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 3. Push the latch plate into the 4.
  • Page 105: Position)

    Seats and Restraints 3-55 make sure the retractor is Securing Child Restraints locked. If the retractor is not (Front Outboard Seat locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Position) 6. If the child restraint has a top This vehicle has airbags. A rear tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions seat is a safer place to secure a...
  • Page 106 3-56 Seats and Restraints secured using a safety belt and it Warning Warning (Continued) uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee (LATCH System) on page 3-45 for restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy top tether anchor locations.
  • Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-57 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6.
  • Page 108 3-58 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the If a child restraint has been installed child restraint, make sure it is and the on indicator is lit, see If the securely held in place. To check, On Indicator is Lit for a Child grasp the child restraint at the Restraint under Passenger Sensing safety belt path and attempt to...
  • Page 109: Instrument Panel Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Press the door latch button to open the front cupholder. Compartments To remove the cupholder for Storage Compartments cleaning, press together the front Instrument Panel Storage top center of the cupholder and pull Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 out from the chrome ring.
  • Page 110: Rear Storage

    Storage Rear Storage Additional Storage 2. Let the cover move forward to the full retracted position. Features For vehicles with a rear storage To remove the cover from a regular area, it is located in the rear cargo wheelbase model: area of the vehicle on the Cargo Cover driver side.
  • Page 111: Cargo Tie-Downs

    Storage 4. Press the end caps in, to allow Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the the cover to fit into the trim slot. roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg (200 lb) or hangs over the 5. Pull lightly on the cover holder to Warning rear or sides of the vehicle may make sure it is secure.
  • Page 112 Storage If needed to carry long items, Be sure the cargo is properly A Center High-Mounted move the crossrails as far apart loaded. Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above as possible. Tie the load to the the rear window. Make sure items If small heavy objects are placed crossrails and the siderails or are loaded on the roof of the...
  • Page 113 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Fuel Gauge ....5-12 Information Displays Engine Oil Pressure Driver Information Controls Gauge ..... . 5-13 Center (DIC) .
  • Page 114: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Personalization ..5-44 Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . 5-52 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming ....5-52 Universal Remote System Operation .
  • Page 115 Instruments and Controls Radio Navigating Folders on an iPod or Navigating an iPod or USB Device USB Device (Vehicles without a on the Main Audio Screen To select preset or favorite radio Navigation System): (Vehicles with a Navigation stations: System) 1.
  • Page 116: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls 3. Press and release to move up (Seek): Press to go to the next : Press to increase volume. radio station while in AM, FM, one track within the selected : Press to decrease volume. ® or SiriusXM category.
  • Page 117: Horn

    Instruments and Controls Horn Rear Window Wiper/ (Low Speed): Slow wipes. Washer (High Speed): Fast wipes. To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel. The rear wiper control is located on Clear ice and snow from the wiper the turn and lane-change lever.
  • Page 118: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: The vehicle may have a compass in Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure Compass Zone 1. Do not set the compass zone The zone is set to zone eight upon when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 119 Instruments and Controls two seconds to select the next strong magnetic field interfering with 2. Press the vehicle information available variance zone. Repeat the compass. Such interference button until PRESS this step until the appropriate may be caused by a magnetic CB or CALIBRATE COMPASS variance zone is displayed.
  • Page 120: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Clock 2. Select Clock Display. Warning 3. Turn the MENU knob to Off Setting the Time and Date or On. Power is always supplied to the To set the time or date: outlets. Do not leave electrical 4.
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, If equipment is connected using be sure to follow the proper more than 150 watts or a system installation instructions included with fault is detected, a protection circuit the equipment. Do not use shuts off the power supply and the equipment exceeding the indicator light turns off.
  • Page 122: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
  • Page 123: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English 6-Speed Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 124: Speedometer

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last set hour (mph).
  • Page 125: Engine Oil Pressure

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 The fuel gauge, when the ignition is Here are some situations owners Engine Oil Pressure on, shows how much fuel the may experience with the fuel gauge. Gauge vehicle has left in the tank. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
  • Page 126: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-14 Instruments and Controls pressure zone, the OIL PRESSURE Engine Coolant LOW STOP ENGINE message Temperature Gauge appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Messages on page 5-37 and Engine Oil on page 10-7 for more information. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem...
  • Page 127: Voltmeter Gauge

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 See Engine Overheating on normal. Readings between the low page 10-19. and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Voltmeter Gauge The voltmeter gauge can also read lower when in fuel economy mode. This is normal. Readings in the low warning zone can occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating...
  • Page 128: Safety Belt Reminders

    5-16 Instruments and Controls Readings in either warning zone If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the passenger safety belt is indicate a possible problem in the neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the electrical system.
  • Page 129: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5-41. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on Canada and Mexico Indicator for several seconds when the When the vehicle is started, the...
  • Page 130: Charging System Light

    5-18 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is Charging System Light that there are problems with a lit on the airbag status indicator, it generator drive belt, or that there is means that the passenger sensing an electrical problem.
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-19 smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle:...
  • Page 132 5-20 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
  • Page 133: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 vehicle would be considered not The vehicle brake system consists Warning ready for inspection. This can of two hydraulic circuits. If one happen if the 12-volt battery has circuit is not working, the remaining The brake system might not be recently been replaced or run circuit can still work to stop the working properly if the brake...
  • Page 134: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    5-22 Instruments and Controls ® Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning StabiliTrak OFF Light light is also on, the vehicle does not (ABS) Warning Light have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-21.
  • Page 135: Traction Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on When the Light Is On Steady the system does not assist in while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more of controlling the vehicle.
  • Page 136: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    5-24 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it Security Light means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Low Fuel Warning Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil The security light should come on...
  • Page 137: High-Beam On Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 For information regarding this light The fog lamp light comes on when Information Displays and the vehicle's security system, the fog lamps are in use. see Vehicle Alarm System on The light goes out when the fog Driver Information page 2-12.
  • Page 138 5-26 Instruments and Controls not have DIC buttons, the trip The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle (Customization): Press to odometer reset stem can be used to information, customization, and set/ customize the feature settings on access some of the menu items. reset buttons.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Trip Odometer odometer will display the number of change if driving conditions change. kilometers (km) or miles (mi) driven For example, if driving in traffic and Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP since the ignition was last turned on making frequent stops, this display displays.
  • Page 140 5-28 Instruments and Controls Fuel Used long as the ignition is on, even if particular moment and will change another display is being shown on frequently as driving conditions Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL the DIC. The timer will record up to change.
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as Schedule in this manual. See a reminder that the system has Items (With DIC Buttons) Maintenance Schedule on been turned off. See Object (Vehicle Information): Press page 11-3 for more information.
  • Page 142 5-30 Instruments and Controls TIRES kPa (PSI) LEFT ## TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer Compass Recalibration RIGHT ##. Press the vehicle gain setting. This setting can be This display allows for calibrating information button again until the adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either the compass.
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Trip Odometer was last turned on and the vehicle 3. Continue to press and hold the was moving. Once the vehicle trip odometer reset stem to scroll Press the trip odometer reset stem begins moving, the trip odometer through all of the available until TRIP displays.
  • Page 144 5-32 Instruments and Controls Trip Odometer Reset Stem 4. Once the desired language is The trip odometer will display the displayed, release the trip number of kilometers (km) or Menu Items (Without DIC odometer reset stem to set your miles (mi) driven since the ignition Buttons) choice.
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-33 the DIC. Press the trip odometer Compass Zone Setting When the remaining oil life is low, reset stem until TRAILER GAIN and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This display allows for setting the OUTPUT display. message will appear on the display. compass zone.
  • Page 146: Vehicle Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls Relearn Tire Positions Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages Your vehicle may have this display. Messages displayed on the DIC To access this display, the vehicle indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START must be in P (Park).
  • Page 147: Brake System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 battery. Turn off all unnecessary check for the message on the DIC See Integrated Trailer Brake accessories. Have the electrical display. If the message is still Control System under Towing system checked as soon as displayed or appears again when Equipment on page 9-59 for more possible.
  • Page 148: Engine Cooling System

    5-36 Instruments and Controls LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5-14. To avoid This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime added strain on a hot engine, the air sounds if the driver side rear door is sounds if the passenger side rear conditioning compressor...
  • Page 149: Engine Oil Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle ENGINE ENGINE serviced by your dealer. See Engine This message displays and a chime This message displays when the Oil on page 10-7.
  • Page 150: Fuel System Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls stays on, the vehicle should be atmosphere. A few driving trips with Object Detection System taken to your dealer for service as the cap properly installed should Messages soon as possible. turn this light and message off. PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages...
  • Page 151: Ride Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM Ride Control System on page 9-40 for more information. UNAVAILABLE Messages See your dealer for service. If your vehicle has the Side Blind SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this ®...
  • Page 152 5-40 Instruments and Controls One condition is overheating, SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX which could occur if StabiliTrak CONTROL STABILITRAK XX activates continuously for an If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this This message displays when the extended period of time. message displays when there is a traction control and/or StabiliTrak The message also displays if the problem with the Traction Control...
  • Page 153: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-41 Airbag System Messages Tire Messages See Tire Inspection on page 10-53, Tire Rotation on page 10-54, Tire SERVICE AIR BAG SERVICE TIRE MONITOR Pressure Monitor System on SYSTEM page 10-49, and Tire Pressure on This message displays if there is a page 10-48 for more information.
  • Page 154: Transmission Messages

    5-42 Instruments and Controls checked and set to those shown on GRADE BRAKING ON Stop the vehicle and let it idle to the Tire Loading Information label. allow the transmission to cool. This This message displays when the See Tires on page 10-40, Vehicle message clears and the chime grade braking has been activated Load Limits on page 9-15, and Tire...
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-43 There is a short in the wiring to ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Washer Fluid Messages the electric trailer brakes. WITH CARE WASHER FLUID LOW ADD When this message displays, power This message displays when ice FLUID is no longer available to the trailer conditions are possible.
  • Page 156: Vehicle Personalization

    5-44 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Entering the Feature DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to display all DIC Settings Menu Personalization messages in English. 1. Turn the ignition on and place Your vehicle may have DISPLAY LANGUAGE the vehicle in P (Park). customization capabilities that allow This feature allows you to select the To avoid excessive drain on the...
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-45 To select a setting, press the set/ AT VEHICLE SPEED: The doors Press the customization button until reset button while the desired will automatically lock when the AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on setting is displayed on the DIC. vehicle speed is above 13 km/h the DIC display.
  • Page 158 5-46 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps vehicle with the RKE transmitter if reset button while the desired will flash when you press the lock the doors are open. See Remote setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-47 DELAY DOOR LOCK Press the customization button until Press the customization button until DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select the DIC display. Press the set/reset display.
  • Page 160 5-48 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING or the vehicle is no longer off. See LOUD: The chime volume will be Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) set to a loud level. This feature allows you to select System Operation on page 2-2 for whether or not to have the exterior NO CHANGE: No change will be more information.
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ when the key is removed from the PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on reset button while the desired ignition or after pressing the easy the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 162 5-50 Instruments and Controls feature. See Memory Seats on MEMORY SEAT RECALL NO CHANGE: No change will be page 3-5 and EASY EXIT RECALL made to this feature. The current If your vehicle has this feature, it earlier for more information. setting will remain.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-51 ON (default): The remote start DO NOT RESTORE: The Exiting the Feature feature will be enabled. customization features will not be Settings Menu set to their factory default settings. NO CHANGE: No change will be The feature settings menu will be made to this feature.
  • Page 164: Universal Remote System

    5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote Do not use this system with any Park the vehicle outside of the garage door opener that does not garage when programming a garage System have the stop and reverse feature. door. Be sure that people and This includes any garage door objects are clear of the garage door See Radio Frequency Statement on...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-53 hanging antenna wire is To program another Rolling Code attached to the motor-head unit device such as an additional garage and may be a colored button. door opener, a security device, Press this button. After pressing or home automation device, repeat this button, complete the Steps 1 through 5, choosing a...
  • Page 166 5-54 Instruments and Controls Programming a garage door opener To program up to three devices: The garage door opener receiver involves time-sensitive actions, so (motor head unit) could also 1. To verify that the garage door read the entire procedure before have a row of dip switches that opener is a Fixed Code unit, starting.
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-55 2. Write down the 8 to 12 switch 3. From inside your vehicle, first settings from left to right as firmly press all three buttons at follows: the same time for about three seconds. Release the When a switch is in the up buttons to put the Universal position, write Left.
  • Page 168: Universal Remote System

    5-56 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 6. Press and hold the button that Universal Remote System slowly. Enter each switch setting will be used to control the Operation from Step 2 into your vehicle's garage door until the garage Universal Home Remote.
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-57 To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home Remote device: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds, until the indicator lights, located directly above the buttons, begin to blink rapidly.
  • Page 170 5-58 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 171: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-7 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
  • Page 172: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically When the headlamps are turned on Headlamp High/ turns on the headlamps at normal while the vehicle is on, the Low-Beam Changer brightness, together with the headlamps will turn off automatically following: 10 minutes after the ignition is (Headlamp High/Low Beam turned off.
  • Page 173: Daytime Running

    Lighting The transmission is not in To use it, pull the turn signal lever sidemarker, parking lamps, and the P (Park). toward you, then release it. instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. The light sensor determines it is If the headlamps are in the daytime.
  • Page 174 Lighting The system may also turn on the the instrument cluster may not be as For vehicles without a radio, the headlamps when driving through a bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel light remains on for parking garage or heavy overcast instrument panel brightness control 30 seconds with the driver door weather.
  • Page 175: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn signals to flash until you release the Signals lever. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out.
  • Page 176: Fog Lamps

    Lighting Fog Lamps Interior Lighting (Fog Lamps): Press the button to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator light comes on in the Instrument Panel instrument cluster. The ignition must Illumination Control be in the ON/RUN position for the fog lamps to come on.
  • Page 177: Control

    Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps The dome lamps are located in the The reading lamps are located on overhead console. the overhead console. They come on when any door is To turn the reading lamps on or off, opened and turn off after all the press the button located next to doors are closed.
  • Page 178: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features Battery Load The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very Management high. This is true for all vehicles. Entry Lighting This is because the generator The vehicle has Electric Power (alternator) may not be spinning fast Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry enough at idle to produce all the...
  • Page 179: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting Normally, these actions occur in Battery Power Protection steps or levels, without being This feature shuts off the dome and noticeable. In rare cases at the reading lamps if they are left on for highest levels of corrective action, more than 10 minutes when the this action may be noticeable to the ignition is off.
  • Page 180 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
  • Page 181 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD/DVD Player ....7-14 System Auxiliary Devices ... . 7-24 Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment Read the following pages to Rear Seat Entertainment...
  • Page 182: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up phone numbers in The infotainment system has built-in The base radio information is advance so they can be called features intended to help with this included in this manual. See the easily by pressing a single by disabling some functions when infotainment manual for information button or by using a single voice...
  • Page 183: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview C. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance. D. DVD Slot E. Buttons 1 - 6 Saves and selects favorite stations. EQ (Equalizer) Press to adjust the equalizer settings. (Tone/Tune) Press to set the bass or treble.
  • Page 184: Operation

    Infotainment System CAT (Category) Radios with CD and DVD REV (Reverse) Press to display a list of Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD Press to and hold to go ® XM categories. radio have a Bose Surround backward fast through a Sound System.
  • Page 185 Infotainment System Using the Radio audio system equalization, to Setting the Tone (Bass/ compensate for background noise, Midrange/Treble) (Power/Volume): Press to turn so that music always sounds the the system on and off. BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, same at the set volume level. or Treble): To adjust the bass, Turn clockwise or counterclockwise This feature is most effective at...
  • Page 186 Infotainment System ® Surround (Centerpoint To quickly adjust bass, midrange, Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Select this setting to enable or treble to the middle position, Press the EQ button to change the Bose Centerpoint. Centerpoint press the softkey positioned under DSP settings (only available on signal processing produces a the BASS, MID, or TREB tab for...
  • Page 187: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System 3. Adjust the setting by doing one Radio Messages Radio of the following: Calibration Error: The audio AM-FM Radio system has been calibrated for the Turn the knob clockwise vehicle from the factory. or counterclockwise. Radio Data System (RDS) If Calibration Error displays, it Press the SEEK, or...
  • Page 188 Infotainment System display and artist information stations. The radio only seeks and page of favorites can contain any displays on the bottom line. When scans stations with a strong signal combination of AM, FM, or XM, information is not available, NO that are in the selected band.
  • Page 189: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System 3. Select the number of favorites For more information, contact REV: Press to go to the pages by pressing the softkey SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or previous SiriusXM category. located below the displayed call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and FWD: Press to go to the next page numbers.
  • Page 190 7-10 Infotainment System 2. Press either of the two softkeys 2. Press the softkey located below favorites, each having six favorite below the desired category tab the XM CAT tab. stations available per page. Each to immediately tune to the first page of favorites can contain any 3.
  • Page 191 Infotainment System 7-11 3. Select the number of favorites SiriusXM signal. When the vehicle is No Title Info: No song title pages by pressing the softkey moved into an open area, the signal information is available at this time located below the displayed should return.
  • Page 192: Radio Reception

    7-12 Infotainment System XM Theftlocked: The SiriusXM XM Not Available: If this message power lines interfere with radio receiver in the vehicle could have does not clear within a short period reception. When this happens, try previously been in another vehicle. of time, the receiver could have a reducing the treble on the radio.
  • Page 193: Rear Side Window

    Infotainment System 7-13 Cellular Phone Usage There is enough space between the Satellite Radio Antenna grid lines to attach a cellular Cellular phone usage may cause The XM Satellite Radio antenna is telephone antenna without interference with the vehicle's radio. located on the roof of the vehicle.
  • Page 194: Audio Players

    7-14 Infotainment System Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot If the surface of a disc is soiled, free of foreign materials, liquids, clean it with a soft, lint-free cloth or and debris. dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, CD/DVD Player neutral detergent solution mixed If an error displays, see CD...
  • Page 195 Infotainment System 7-15 If a playback device is plugged into Ejecting a Disc Playing a CD (in Either the the radio s front auxiliary input jack, DVD or CD Slot) CD (Eject): Press and release USB port, or the rear auxiliary jack, to eject the disc that is currently If the ignition or radio is turned off the front seat passengers are able...
  • Page 196 7-16 Infotainment System The CD player can play the smaller available). See Using the Auxiliary Press to go to the previous track if 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an Input Jack in Auxiliary Devices on less than five seconds on the CD adapter ring.
  • Page 197 Infotainment System 7-17 MP3 and WMA Supported Files CD-R or CD-RW Supported File Root Directory and Folder Structure The root directory of the disc is Format The DVD player supports: treated as a folder. If the root The radio can play .mp3 or .wma directory has compressed audio Up to 255 folders.
  • Page 198 7-18 Infotainment System Play begins from the first track in When the disc contains only Preprogrammed Playlists the first folder and continues playlists and compressed audio Preprogrammed playlists that were sequentially through all tracks in files, but no folders, all files are created using WinAmp , each folder.
  • Page 199 Infotainment System 7-19 five seconds have played, to To use random: To listen to files by another artist, continue moving backward through press the softkey located below 1. Press the softkey under the tracks. either arrow tab. The disc goes to RDM tab until Random Current the next or previous artist in SEEK: Press to go to the next...
  • Page 200 7-20 Infotainment System To exit music navigator mode, press If an error message displays on the Ejecting a Disc the softkey below the Back tab to video screen or the radio, see DVD DVD (Eject): Press and return to normal MP3 playback. Display Error Messages under release to eject the disc currently Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
  • Page 201 Infotainment System 7-21 the DVD/CD AUX button cycles feature. Parental Control prevents REV (Fast Reverse): Press to between the two sources and does the rear seat occupant from quickly reverse the CD or DVD at not indicate No Aux Input Device. operating the Rear Seat Audio five times the normal speed.
  • Page 202 7-22 Infotainment System mode. If the Pause tab is showing making a selection press this Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A on the display, the system is in button. This button only operates (Audio) playback mode. If the DVD screen when using a DVD.
  • Page 203 Infotainment System 7-23 No Disc Inserted: This message (Audio Stream): Press to cycle or the tabs displayed displays if no disc is present when through audio stream formats on the radio. If the radio is sourced located on the DVD-A disc. The or DVD/CD AUX button is to something other than DVD-V, video screen shows the audio...
  • Page 204: Cd/Dvd Player

    7-24 Infotainment System The label is caught in the CD/ Drivers are encouraged to set up BAND: Press to listen to the radio DVD player. any auxiliary device while the when a portable audio device is vehicle is in P (Park). See playing.
  • Page 205 Infotainment System 7-25 iPod nanos Folder and file names up to front auxiliary device is connected, 64 bytes. the DVD/CD AUX button cycles iPod touch through all available options, such Files with an .mp3 or .wma file iPod classic as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front extension.
  • Page 206 7-26 Infotainment System appear on the iPod and iPod Using Softkeys to Control a (Tune): Turn to select files. appears on the radio display. The USB Storage Device or iPod SEEK: Press to go to the start of iPod music appears on the radio s The five softkeys below the radio the track, if more than ten seconds display and begins playing.
  • Page 207 Infotainment System 7-27 Third softkey, 5% through the list (Folder View): Press the 3. Press to select the each time the softkey is pressed. desired menu. softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the 4.
  • Page 208: Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment

    7-28 Infotainment System Repeat Functionality Rear Seat (Shuffle Off): Press the To use Repeat: softkey below to turn shuffle Infotainment off. This is the default mode when a Press the softkey below USB storage device or iPod is first Rear Seat Entertainment to select between Repeat All and connected.
  • Page 209 Infotainment System 7-29 In severe or extreme weather To turn Parental Control off, press A. Battery cover conditions, the RSE system might and hold the radio power button for B. Channel 1 or 2 switch not work until the temperature is more than two seconds.
  • Page 210 7-30 Infotainment System on. If the light comes on, but there head for best audio reception. The Battery Replacement is intermittent sound and/or static on symbol L (Left) appears on the To change the batteries on the the headphones, or if the indicator outside bottom edge of the ear cup headphones: light does not come on, the batteries...
  • Page 211 Infotainment System 7-31 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks the RSE system. Adapter Auxiliary Devices on page 7-24 for connectors or cables (not included) more information about changing may be required to connect the the source. auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. How to Change the RSE Video Refer to the manufacturer s Screen Settings instructions for proper usage.
  • Page 212 7-32 Infotainment System Audio Output When a device is connected to the If a DVD is playing and the screen A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary is raised to its locked position, the Audio from the DVD player or input jack if the vehicle has this screen remains on.
  • Page 213 Infotainment System 7-33 Remote Control Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons could also affect the function of the (Power): Press this button to remote control. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Illumination): Press this button slot, the remote control (power)
  • Page 214 7-34 Infotainment System While the DVD is playing, the DVD video, press the play/pause button. (Enter): Press this button to can be played slowly by pressing To stop fast reversing a DVD audio select the choice that is highlighted the play/pause button then pressing or CD, release the fast reverse in any menu.
  • Page 215 Infotainment System 7-35 DVD is playing. The format and Battery Replacement Second Third Row content of this function vary for Button Screen To change the remote control each disc. Press Screen batteries: AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button Fourth Return to Return to 1.
  • Page 216 7-36 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
  • Page 217 Infotainment System 7-37 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
  • Page 218: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    7-38 Infotainment System Cleaning the Video Screen The radio functionality is controlled by both the RSA and the front radio. When cleaning the video screen, Only one band can be tuned to at use only a clean cloth dampened one time. Changing the band on the with clean water.
  • Page 219 Infotainment System 7-39 channels and stay there. This cursor up or down on the menu. Phone function is inactive, with some Hold either the left or right seek radios, if the front seat passengers arrow to perform a cursor left or Bluetooth are listening to the radio.
  • Page 220 7-40 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. A Bluetooth system can use a When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a sounds after the system responds all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands-Free Profile to make and indicating when it is waiting for a this section for more information.
  • Page 221 Infotainment System 7-41 The pairing process is disabled 3. Say Pair. The system responds (Push to Talk): Press to when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit answer incoming calls, confirm Personal Identification Number Pairing only needs to be system information, and start (PIN).
  • Page 222 7-42 Infotainment System Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Phones Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 paired to it.
  • Page 223 Infotainment System 7-43 Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard Listing Stored Numbers followed by a tone. After the last The list command will list all stored 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say numbers and name tags. two seconds.
  • Page 224 7-44 Infotainment System Using the Dial or Call After each digit is entered, the Using the Re-dial Command Command system repeats back the digit it 1. Press and hold heard followed by a tone. 1. Press and hold two seconds. If an unwanted number is two seconds.
  • Page 225 Infotainment System 7-45 Press again to return to Ending a Call Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone the original call. Press to end a call. During a call with the audio in the To ignore the incoming call, no Muting a Call vehicle: action is required.
  • Page 226 7-46 Infotainment System To access contacts stored in the cell Sending a Number or Name Tag Other Information phone: During a Call ® The Bluetooth word mark and ® logos are owned by the Bluetooth 1. Press . The system 1.
  • Page 227 Infotainment System 7-47 Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
  • Page 228 7-48 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 229 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Dual Automatic Climate Control this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system System .
  • Page 230 Climate Controls Power Button Driver and Passenger Side The passenger's temperature Temperature Control setting can be set to match the Rear Window Defogger driver's temperature setting by The driver and passenger side K. Air Conditioning pressing the PASS button and temperature buttons are used to turning off the PASS indicator.
  • Page 231 Climate Controls Use the steps below to place the 2. Set the driver and passenger To avoid blowing cold air in cold entire system in automatic mode: temperatures. weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is 1.
  • Page 232 Climate Controls system on. Pressing either mode recirculation and runs the air If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is button while in automatic control conditioning compressor unless the selected again, the climate control places the mode under manual outside temperature is close to system displays the previous control.
  • Page 233 Climate Controls On hot days, open the windows long conditioning compressor also comes Do not use a razor blade enough to let hot inside air escape. on when this mode is activated. or sharp object to clear the inside This helps to reduce the time it While in recirculation mode the rear window.
  • Page 234: System

    Climate Controls Sensors The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
  • Page 235 Climate Controls Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. To turn the system on from the rear, press any rear climate control button, except the button. Automatic Operation, If Equipped AUTO: Press the air delivery mode button until this setting is selected to Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls control the inside temperature, air...
  • Page 236 Climate Controls Manual Operation Air Vents (Fan Control): Press these Use the air outlets located in the buttons on the rear seat audio center and on the side of the control panel to increase or instrument panel to direct the decrease the airflow.
  • Page 237 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems ® Power (RAP) ....9-24 StabiliTrak System ..9-34 Operating Shifting Into Park .
  • Page 238: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Trailer Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-52 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
  • Page 239: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
  • Page 240: Steering

    Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery vehicle is being driven, brake Take curves at a reasonable normally but do not pump the speed. brakes. Doing so could make the Reduce speed before entering a pedal harder to push down.
  • Page 241: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
  • Page 242 Driving and Operating Know the local laws that apply to Warning Warning (Continued) off-road driving. To gain more ground clearance if Keep cargo in the cargo area When driving off-road, bouncing needed, it may be necessary to as far forward and as low as and quick changes in direction remove the front fascia lower possible.
  • Page 243 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, Never go downhill forward or cannot be seen, get out of the trees, or grasses or disturb backward with either the vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. transmission or transfer case in driving further.
  • Page 244 Driving and Operating When driving down a hill, keep 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted the vehicle headed straight restart the engine. after stalling, set the parking down. Use a low gear because brake, shift an automatic If driving uphill when the the engine will work with the...
  • Page 245 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning steepness of the incline more or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across Use a low gear when driving in mud Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, with the uphill wheels, or if the the deeper the mud, the lower the or rivers can be dangerous.
  • Page 246: Driving On Wet Roads

    9-10 Driving and Operating Notice: Do not drive through After operation in mud or sand, Warning standing water if it is deep have the brake linings cleaned and enough to cover the wheel hubs, checked. These substances can Wet brakes can cause crashes. axles or exhaust pipe.
  • Page 247: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating 9-11 Turn off cruise control. Check all fluid levels and brakes, Hydroplaning tires, cooling system, and Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Highway Hypnosis transmission. can build up under the vehicle's Shift to a lower gear when going Always be alert and pay attention to tires so they actually ride on the down steep or long hills.
  • Page 248: Winter Driving

    9-12 Driving and Operating Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when Warning (Continued) on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-32. they would not work well. You Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on would then have poor braking or or ice between the tires and the...
  • Page 249: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Tie a red cloth to an outside If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) mirror. arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on Warning pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument...
  • Page 250 9-14 Driving and Operating Release the accelerator pedal while Warning shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the If the vehicle's tires spin at high transmission is in gear. Slowly speed, they can explode, and you spinning the wheels in the forward or others could be injured.
  • Page 251: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating 9-15 Vehicle Load Limits open, you will find the label Warning (Continued) attached below the door lock It is very important to know how post (striker). The tire and vehicle handles. This could much weight your vehicle can loading information label shows cause loss of control and a carry.
  • Page 252 9-16 Driving and Operating the front and rear axles. See there will be five 150 lb Certification/Tire Label later in passengers in your vehicle, this section. the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is Steps for Determining Correct 650 lbs.
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating 9-17 seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B.
  • Page 254 9-18 Driving and Operating Gross Vehicle Weight Using heavier suspension Warning Rating (GVWR). The GVWR components to get added includes the weight of the durability might not change your Do not load the vehicle any vehicle, all occupants, fuel and weight ratings.
  • Page 255: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting and premature wear and earlier Warning (Continued) replacement. Follow this Operating breaking-in guideline every Never stack heavier time you get new brake things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In linings. inside the vehicle so that Do not tow a trailer during Notice: The vehicle does not some of them are above break-in.
  • Page 256: Ignition Positions

    9-20 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-24. This position locks the ignition. It may also lock the steering wheel and automatic transmission. The The control used to adjust the key can be removed in LOCK/OFF. pedals is located on the instrument The steering may bind with the panel below the climate control...
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating 9-21 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, for emission inspection purposes. This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, The switch stays in this position vehicle is moving.
  • Page 258: Starting The Engine

    9-22 Driving and Operating Starting the Engine The vehicle has a When the Low Fuel warning Computer-Controlled Cranking lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL Move the shift lever to P (Park) or System. This feature assists in LOW message is displayed in N (Neutral).
  • Page 259: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-23 the floor and holding it there as Engine Heater Warning you hold the key in START for The engine coolant heater can up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Plugging the cord into an provide easier starting and better Wait at least 15 seconds ungrounded outlet could cause an fuel economy during engine...
  • Page 260: Retained Accessory

    9-24 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory 2. Move the shift lever into the Warning (Continued) P (Park) position by pulling the Power (RAP) shift lever toward you and Do not leave the vehicle when the moving it up as far as it will go. The following vehicle accessories engine is running.
  • Page 261: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Torque Lock Shifting out of Park 2. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you are parking on a hill and you This vehicle is equipped with an If you still are unable to shift out of do not shift the transmission into electronic shift lock release system.
  • Page 262: Active Fuel Management

    9-26 Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) Vehicles with V8 engines may have There are holes or openings Active Fuel Management. This Warning in the vehicle body from system allows the engine to operate damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon on either all or half of its cylinders, modifications that are not...
  • Page 263: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating 9-27 Running the Vehicle Automatic When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, While Parked Transmission you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See It is better not to park with the The vehicle has a Torque Lock under Shifting Into engine running.
  • Page 264 9-28 Driving and Operating R (Reverse): Use this gear to D (Drive): This position is for Warning back up. normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for the vehicle. If you Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Shifting into a drive gear while the need more power for passing, and while the vehicle is moving engine is running at high speed is...
  • Page 265 Driving and Operating 9-29 things such as throttle position, Downshifting the transmission in spin the tires. When stopping on vehicle load, and hill grade. If the slippery road conditions could result a hill, use the brakes to hold the shift stabilization feature determines in skidding, see Skidding under vehicle in place.
  • Page 266: Manual Mode

    9-30 Driving and Operating Manual Mode The number displayed in the gear Tow/Haul Mode indicator is the highest gear that can Range Selection Mode be used. However, the vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions. This means that all gears below that number are available.
  • Page 267: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Also see Tow/Haul Mode under To disable or enable Tow/Haul Drive Systems Towing Equipment on page 9-59 for Grade Braking within the current more information. ignition key cycle, press and hold All-Wheel Drive the Tow/Haul button for The Tow/Haul Mode works with the three seconds.
  • Page 268: Antilock Brake

    9-32 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it there will not be enough time to becomes necessary to slam on the apply the brakes if that vehicle brakes and continue braking to suddenly slows or stops. Always Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a leave enough room up ahead to...
  • Page 269: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-33 Parking Brake brake is fully released and the module to supplement the power brake warning light is off before brake system under conditions driving. where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in To release the parking brake, hold an attempt to quickly stop or slow the regular brake pedal down, then...
  • Page 270: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak

    9-34 Driving and Operating driver completely stops and holds Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See Trailer the vehicle in a complete standstill Sway Control (TSC) on page 9-67 on a grade, HSA will be for more information. ® StabiliTrak System automatically activated.
  • Page 271 Driving and Operating 9-35 wait 15 seconds, and then turn it the appropriate DIC message back on again to reset the system. displays. This will also disable the If any of the messages still appear TSC feature. on the DIC, the vehicle should be Traction control and StabiliTrak can taken in for service.
  • Page 272 9-36 Driving and Operating It is recommended to leave the control is turned off, only the reduction in acceleration may be system on for normal driving brake-traction control portion of noticed, or a noise or vibration may conditions, but it may be necessary traction control will work.
  • Page 273: Locking Rear Axle

    Driving and Operating 9-37 Adding non-dealer accessories can position, lift/dive and steering This type of level control is fully affect the vehicle's performance. position of the vehicle. The automatic and will provide a better See Accessories and Modifications controller then sends signals to leveled riding position as well as on page 10-3.
  • Page 274: Cruise Control

    9-38 Driving and Operating Cruise Control When the brakes are applied, the cruise control turns off. This vehicle has a Hydra-Matic Warning 6-speed automatic transmission, see Grade Braking under Tow/ Cruise control can be dangerous Haul Mode on page 9-30 for an where you cannot drive safely at explanation of how cruise control a steady speed.
  • Page 275 Driving and Operating 9-39 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using (Cancel): Press to disengage Cruise Control cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is are applied, the cruise control is already activated,...
  • Page 276: Object Detection Systems

    9-40 Driving and Operating Using Cruise Control on Hills For other forms of Grade Braking, Object Detection see Automatic Transmission on How well the cruise control works Systems page 9-27 andTow/Haul Mode on on hills depends on the vehicle page 9-30. speed, the load, and the steepness Ultrasonic Parking Assist of the hills.
  • Page 277 Driving and Operating 9-41 How the System Works Turning the System On and Off PARK ASSIST OFF: This message occurs if the driver disables the URPA comes on automatically when system or if the vehicle is driven the shift lever is moved into above 8 km/h (5 mph) in R (Reverse).
  • Page 278: Side Blind Zone

    9-42 Driving and Operating Other conditions may affect system The SBZA sensor covers a zone of Warning (Continued) performance, such as vibrations approximately one lane over from from a jackhammer or the both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m all driving conditions.
  • Page 279: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 9-43 When the vehicle is started, both caution while changing lanes when cleaning both sides of the vehicle outside mirror SBZA displays will towing a trailer. SBZA may alert you toward the rear corners of the briefly come on to indicate the to objects attached to the vehicle, vehicle, see your dealer.
  • Page 280 9-44 Driving and Operating appears on the inside rearview screen displays the last screen after Warning mirror. The video image disappears the vehicle is shifted out of after the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse). The RVC system does not display R (Reverse).
  • Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-45 The delay that is received after The symbols appear near objects Guidelines shifting out of R (Reverse) is detected by the URPA system. The The RVC system has a guideline approximately 10 seconds. The symbol may cover the object when overlay that can help the driver align delay can be canceled by viewing the navigation screen.
  • Page 282 9-46 Driving and Operating RVC Location Displayed images may be further or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if:...
  • Page 283 Driving and Operating 9-47 The back of the vehicle is in an A fast flash may indicate that the Fuel accident, the position and display has been on for the mounting angle of the camera maximum allowable time during Use of the recommended fuel is an can change or the camera can a reverse cycle, or the display important part of the proper...
  • Page 284: Recommended Fuel

    9-48 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel Prohibited Fuels emission control system performance. The malfunction Gasolines containing oxygenates, Use premium unleaded gasoline indicator lamp may turn on. If this such as ethers and ethanol, as well with a posted octane rating of 91 or occurs, see your dealer for service.
  • Page 285: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Driving and Operating 9-49 satisfactorily on fuels meeting Fuel Additives The use of E85 or FlexFuel is federal specifications, but emission encouraged when the vehicle is To keep fuel systems clean, TOP control system performance might designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel TIER Detergent Gasoline is be affected.
  • Page 286: Filling The Tank

    9-50 Driving and Operating immediately after refueling to allow Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration. Warning Fuel can spray out if the fuel Because E85 or FlexFuel has less cap is opened too quickly. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn energy per liter (gallon) than This spray can happen if the...
  • Page 287 Driving and Operating 9-51 Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Warning top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the nozzle.
  • Page 288: Filling A Portable Fuel

    9-52 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container General Towing Place the nozzle inside the fill Information Warning opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 289: Driving Characteristics And

    Driving and Operating 9-53 Driving Characteristics Towing a trailer requires a certain Warning amount of experience. The and Towing Tips combination you are driving is When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the Driving with a Trailer gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
  • Page 290 9-54 Driving and Operating Passing When turning with a trailer, make The Tow/Haul Mode may be used if wider turns than normal. Do this so the transmission shifts too often. More passing distance is needed the trailer will not strike soft See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-30.
  • Page 291: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-55 Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in Maintenance when Trailer place, release the regular brakes Towing until the chocks absorb the load. Warning The vehicle needs service more 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then often when pulling a trailer.
  • Page 292 9-56 Driving and Operating section and see your dealer for Weight of the Trailer Warning important information about How heavy can a trailer safely be? towing a trailer with the vehicle. The driver can lose control when It depends on how the rig is used. To identify the trailering capacity of pulling a trailer if the correct Speed, altitude, road grades,...
  • Page 293 Driving and Operating 9-57 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Yukon Denali 2WD 3.42 3 765 kg (8,300 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Yukon Denali AWD 3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Yukon XL Denali 2WD 3.42 3 583 kg (7,900 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs)
  • Page 294 9-58 Driving and Operating Trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent and fifth wheel exceed the GVWR limit for the or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the loaded trailer vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow weight (B) up to the maximums for vehicle series and hitch type shown vehicle and trailer fully loaded for below:...
  • Page 295: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-59 Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it Adjustment Hitches becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains The correct hitch equipment helps may be provided by the hitch maintain combination control.
  • Page 296 9-60 Driving and Operating Light Green: Back-up Lamps Since the vehicle is equipped with universal trailer connector is ® StabiliTrak , the trailer brakes attached to a bracket on the hitch Red: Battery Feed* cannot tap into the vehicle's platform. Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* hydraulic system.
  • Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-61 the battery. If the trailer is too light If the vehicle is equipped with an for tow/haul mode, turn on the ITBC, the blunt cuts exist, but are headlamps as a second way to not connected further in the boost the vehicle system and harness.
  • Page 298 9-62 Driving and Operating When pulling a heavy trailer or a Integrated Trailer Brake The ITBC system is integrated with large or heavy load in stop and the vehicle s brake, anti-lock brake Control System go traffic. and StabiliTrak systems. In trailering conditions that cause the vehicle s When pulling a heavy trailer or a anti-lock brake or StabiliTrak...
  • Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-63 The ITBC system is powered Trailer Brake Control Panel Brake Display Page on the DIC to through the vehicle's electrical adjust and display power output to system. Turning the ignition off will the trailer brakes. also turn off the ITBC system. The Trailer Brake DIC Display Page ITBC system is fully functional only when the ignition is in ON or...
  • Page 300 9-64 Driving and Operating Gain setting. After the Trailer and hold a gain button to cause the The Trailer Output will indicate - - - Brake Display Page is displayed, Trailer Gain to continuously adjust. - - - on the Trailer Brake Display each press and release of the To turn the output to the trailer off, Page whenever the following occur:...
  • Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-65 Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure electrical connections. See Vehicle Load Limits on The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a page 9-15 for more information. Lever is located on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and must Control Panel and is used to apply be adjusted any time vehicle...
  • Page 302 9-66 Driving and Operating 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer 7. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING This attached on a level road surface vehicle loading, trailer loading or message will be displayed if: representative of the towing road surface conditions change 1.
  • Page 303: Trailer Sway

    Driving and Operating 9-67 electrical fault in the trailer SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE An authorized GM dealer may be wiring. This message will also SYSTEM This message will be able to diagnose and repair turn off if the driver displayed when there is a problem problems with the trailer.
  • Page 304: Conversions And Add-Ons

    9-68 Driving and Operating If TSC is enabled, the Traction Conversions and Warning (Continued) Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Add-Ons warning light will flash on the unrestrained cargo, improper instrument cluster. Vehicle speed must be reduced. If trailer sway trailer hitch configuration, Add-On Electrical continues, StabiliTrak can reduce excessive vehicle-trailer speed,...
  • Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement Protection Bulb Replacement ..10-31 Operating Mode ... 10-20 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Engine Fan .
  • Page 306 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Designations ... 10-44 Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information Tire Terminology and Balance ....10-59 For service and parts needs, visit Definitions .
  • Page 307: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other 65 Warning Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or using genuine GM Accessories one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle...
  • Page 308: Vehicle Checks

    10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Keep a record with all parts receipts work, use the proper service and list the mileage and the date of manual. It tells you much more any service work performed. See Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Maintenance Records on...
  • Page 309: Hood

    Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the...
  • Page 310 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L V8 Engine...
  • Page 311: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Oil page 10-14. View). See Checking Engine To ensure proper engine Oil under Engine Oil on B. Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful page 10-7.
  • Page 312 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it to the engine. If you find that you with a paper towel or cloth, then have an oil level above the It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way.
  • Page 313 Vehicle Care 10-9 Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the ® with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle.
  • Page 314: Engine Oil Life System

    10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System best conditions, the oil life system How to Reset the Engine Oil might indicate that an oil change is Life System When to Change Engine Oil not necessary for up to a year. The Reset the system whenever the engine oil and filter must be This vehicle has a computer system...
  • Page 315: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 10-11 3. Display the OIL LIFE to have the vehicle towed to a could cause the transmission to REMAINING on the DIC. If the dealer and have it repaired before overheat. Be sure to get an display shows 100%, the system driving the vehicle further.
  • Page 316 10-12 Vehicle Care 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5.
  • Page 317 Vehicle Care 10-13 Hot Check Procedure 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. Safe operating level is within the at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the Use this procedure to check the compartment, on the passenger dipstick.
  • Page 318: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    10-14 Vehicle Care of residual fluid draining down the Steps 1 through 6. When the engine 2. Loosen the four screws on the dipstick tube. If inconsistent air cleaner/filter is removed, lightly cover of the housing and lift up readings persist, check the shake it to release loose dust and the cover.
  • Page 319: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 10-15 A. Coolant Surge Tank Warning Warning (Continued) B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Operating the engine with the air Do not run the engine if there is a cleaner/filter off can cause you or leak. If you run the engine, it C.
  • Page 320: Engine Coolant

    10-16 Vehicle Care Helps keep the proper engine Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) temperature. The cooling system in the vehicle is Notice: If improper coolant mixture, the engine could get too filled with DEX-COOL engine mixture, inhibitors, or additives hot but you would not get the coolant.
  • Page 321 Vehicle Care 10-17 Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant Warning level. Check to see if coolant is visible in You can be burned if you spill the coolant surge tank.
  • Page 322 10-18 Vehicle Care 1. Remove the coolant surge tank 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Warning pressure cap when the cooling the proper mixture to the FULL system, including the coolant COLD mark. Steam and scalding liquids from a surge tank pressure cap and hot cooling system can blow out upper radiator hose, is no...
  • Page 323: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 10-19 mixture to the coolant surge tank Information Center (DIC) on the page 10-20 for information on until the level reaches the FULL instrument panel. See Engine driving to a safe place in an COLD mark. Cooling System Messages on emergency.
  • Page 324: Overheated Engine

    10-20 Vehicle Care Tows a trailer. See Trailer If the warning continues, pull over, Warning (Continued) Towing on page 9-55. stop, and park the vehicle right away. If the overheat warning is displayed See Overheated Engine with no sign of steam: If there is no sign of steam, idle the Protection Operating Mode on engine for three minutes while...
  • Page 325: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care 10-21 distances and/or towing a trailer in functioning properly. The fans How to Check Power Steering the overheat protection mode change to low speed when Fluid should be avoided. additional cooling is no longer To check the power steering fluid: required.
  • Page 326: Washer Fluid

    10-22 Vehicle Care Fill the washer fluid tank only Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid displays, washer fluid will need to three-quarters full when it is may damage the vehicle and the be added to the windshield washer very cold. This allows for damages may not be covered by fluid reservoir.
  • Page 327: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care 10-23 Brake linings should always be installing disc brake pads that are Warning replaced as complete axle sets. wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and Brake Pedal Travel The brake wear warning sound rear brakes for the worse.
  • Page 328 10-24 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough.
  • Page 329 Vehicle Care 10-25 If brake fluid is spilled on the Always clean the brake fluid Vehicle Storage vehicle's painted surfaces, reservoir cap and the area around the paint finish can be the cap before removing it. This Warning damaged. Be careful not to helps keep dirt from entering the spill brake fluid on the reservoir.
  • Page 330: All-Wheel Drive

    10-26 Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive Front Axle Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant If the vehicle is equipped with It is not necessary to regularly All-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform check front axle fluid unless there is the lubricant checks described in a leak suspected or an unusual this section.
  • Page 331: Rear Axle

    Vehicle Care 10-27 A. Fill Plug noise is heard. A fluid loss could How to Check Lubricant indicate a problem. Have it B. Drain Plug inspected and repaired. When the differential is cold, add All axle assemblies are filled by enough lubricant to raise the volume of fluid during production.
  • Page 332: Starter Switch Check

    10-28 Vehicle Care For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the 2. Firmly apply both the parking 1. Before starting this check, be proper level is from 1.0 mm to brake and the regular brake. sure there is enough room 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) around the vehicle.
  • Page 333: Park Brake And P (Park)

    Vehicle Care 10-29 The ignition key should come To check the parking brake's Front Wiper Blade out only in LOCK/OFF. holding ability: With the engine Replacement running and the transmission in Contact your dealer if service is 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm N (Neutral), slowly remove foot required.
  • Page 334: Glass Replacement

    10-30 Vehicle Care For the proper type and size, see 3. Turn the wiper blade assembly, Headlamp Aiming Maintenance Replacement Parts on and pull it off of the wiper arm. Headlamp aim has been preset and page 11-13. Hold the wiper arm in position should need no further adjustment.
  • Page 335: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care 10-31 Bulb Replacement A. Stoplamp/Taillamp 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until you disengage the B. Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp For the proper type of replacement inner pins on the taillamp C. Sidemarker Lamp bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on assembly from the vehicle.
  • Page 336: License Plate Lamp

    10-32 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the Electrical System socket and install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall Electrical System the license plate lamp. Overload Replacement Bulbs The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an Bulb electrical system overload.
  • Page 337: Fuses And Circuit

    Vehicle Care 10-33 Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses, circuit...
  • Page 338 10-34 Vehicle Care...
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-35 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Trailer Back-up Transmission features shown. Lamps Controls (Ignition) Fuses Usage Driver Side Fuel Pump Right Trailer Stop/ Low-Beam Turn Lamp Fuel System Headlamp Control Module...
  • Page 340 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Amplifier Accessory Power Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (If Outlet Audio System Equipped) Automatic Level Miscellaneous Driver Side Control (Ignition), Cruise Compressor Relay High-Beam Control Headlamp Climate Controls Liftgate Release Daytime Running (Ignition) Airbag System Lamps 2 (If...
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-37 J-Case Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Fuses REAR Rear Defogger Antilock Brake Left Bussed DEFOG System 1 Electrical Center 2 RUN/CRNK Switched Power Starter Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Stud 2 (Trailer FAN HI Cooling Fan High Block Brakes) Speed...
  • Page 342 10-38 Vehicle Care 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 The vehicle may not be equipped Stoplamp Fuses...
  • Page 343: Breakers

    Vehicle Care 10-39 Top View Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Interior Lamps LT DR Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Harness Connector Usage Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Liftgate LT DR Harness Connection...
  • Page 344: Wheels And Tires

    10-40 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Harness Warning (Continued) Connector Usage Tires and a serious crash. See HEADLINER Headliner Harness Vehicle Load Limits on Connector 2 Every new GM vehicle has page 9-15. high-quality tires made by a HEADLINER Headliner Harness Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
  • Page 345: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-41 See Tire Pressure for curb. The warranty does not Warning (Continued) High-Speed Operation on cover this type of damage. page 10-49 for inflation pressure Keep tires set to the correct Worn or old tires can adjustment for high speed inflation pressure and, when cause a crash.
  • Page 346: Winter Tires

    10-42 Vehicle Care winter driving conditions, but they If using winter tires: The low-profile, wide tread may not offer the same level of design is not recommended for Use tires of the same brand and traction or performance as winter off-road driving.
  • Page 347: Summer Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-43 Summer Tires (7,500 mi) intervals if irregular wear particular tire's width, height, is noted when the tires are aspect ratio, construction type, This vehicle may come with high inspected. See Tire Inspection on and service description. See the performance summer tires.
  • Page 348: Tire Designations

    10-44 Vehicle Care DOT Tire Date of (F) Uniform Tire Quality Manufacture The last four Grading (UTQG) Tire digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, (01-52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature...
  • Page 349: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care 10-45 would mean that the tire's Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains sidewall is 75 percent as high as steel wires wrapped by steel Definitions it is wide. cords that hold the tire onto Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
  • Page 350 10-46 Vehicle Care DOT Markings A code molded Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle into the sidewall of a tire The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb signifying that the tire is in that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, compliance with the U.S.
  • Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-47 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Speed Rating determined by tire tire used on passenger cars and alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using some light duty trucks and a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. multipurpose vehicles. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the operate.
  • Page 352: Tire Pressure

    10-48 Vehicle Care See Tire and Loading Overinflated tires, or tires that vehicle handling and ride Information Label under Vehicle have too much air, can comfort. Never load the vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15. result in: with more weight than it was designed to carry.
  • Page 353: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-49 Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P265/65R18 or P275/ 55R20 size tires require inflation tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation pressure adjustment when driving gauge firmly onto the valve to the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h get a pressure measurement.
  • Page 354: Tire Pressure Monitor

    10-50 Vehicle Care the inflation pressure recommended Please note that the TPMS is not a wheels on the vehicle that prevent by the vehicle manufacturer on the substitute for proper tire the TPMS from functioning properly. vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's Always check the TPMS malfunction pressure label.
  • Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-51 the tires and transmit the tire pressure levels can be viewed. For on page 10-53, Tire Rotation on pressure readings to a receiver additional information and details page 10-54, and Tires on located in the vehicle. about the DIC operation and page 10-40.
  • Page 356 10-52 Vehicle Care One or more TPMS sensors are message also displays. The TPMS Sensor Matching missing or damaged. The malfunction light and DIC warning Process malfunction light and the DIC message come on at each ignition Each TPMS sensor has a unique message should go off when the cycle until the problem is corrected.
  • Page 357: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 10-53 The TPMS sensor matching 6. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection process is: front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, procedure in Step 5. 1. Set the parking brake. including the spare tire, if the 7.
  • Page 358: Tire Rotation

    10-54 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time Loading Information label after or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-55 the tires have been rotated. See be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on Tire Pressure on page 10-48 the size or location of the...
  • Page 359: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care 10-55 conditions, and inflation pressure Warning (Continued) maintenance affect how fast aging takes place. GM recommends that wheel attaches to the vehicle. In tires, including the spare if an emergency, a cloth or a paper equipped, be replaced after six towel can be used;...
  • Page 360: Buying New Tires

    10-56 Vehicle Care Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire rotation. However, if it is cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring necessary to replace only one may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec axle set of worn tires, place the driving.
  • Page 361: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care 10-57 The Tire and Loading Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle damage. Use the after many miles of driving. vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits correct size, brand, and type A tire and/or wheel could fail on page 9-15 for the label of tires on all wheels.
  • Page 362: Uniform Tire Quality

    10-58 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of Warning 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Grading or to some limited-production If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found tires. there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety if While the tires available on...
  • Page 363: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-59 graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, required by law.
  • Page 364: Wheel Replacement

    10-60 Vehicle Care surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Used Replacement Wheels or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new Warning road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
  • Page 365: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care 10-61 the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then control and a crash. Use another Have your dealer or an authorized gently brake to a stop, well off the type of traction device only if its tire service center repair or road, if possible.
  • Page 366: Tire Changing

    10-62 Vehicle Care if possible. Turn on the hazard Tire Changing Warning (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard Removing the Spare Tire and Warning Flashers on page 6-5. 5. Place wheel blocks on both Tools sides of the tire at the Warning The equipment you will need to opposite corner of the tire...
  • Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-63 To access the spare tire: 2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain the tool bag by turning it counterclockwise. A. Jack 3. Turn the knob (A) on the jack counterclockwise to release the B. Wheel Blocks A.
  • Page 368 10-64 Vehicle Care Hoist End of Extension Tool 3. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key, turn it K. Spare Tire Lock clockwise and then pull 1. To reach the hoist shaft access straight back. cover (C), you will first need to remove the hitch cover.
  • Page 369 Vehicle Care 10-65 6. Turn the wheel wrench (E) 7. Use the wheel wrench hook that counterclockwise to lower the allows you to pull the hoist cable spare tire (H) to the ground. towards you, to assist in Continue to turn the wheel reaching the spare tire.
  • Page 370 10-66 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-61. Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.
  • Page 371 Vehicle Care 10-67 4. Position the jack under the Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Warning vehicle as shown. on a front tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle Raising the vehicle with the jack and only one jack handle improperly positioned can extension.
  • Page 372 10-68 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. Rear Position 5. Remove all of the wheel nuts. Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is 6.
  • Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-69 Warning Warning (Continued) Never use oil or grease on bolts come off. The wheel nuts should or nuts because the nuts might be tightened with a torque wrench come loose. The vehicle's wheel to the proper torque specification could fall off, causing a crash.
  • Page 374 10-70 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 1. Put the tire (H) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the and Tools valve stem pointed down and to the rear. Warning Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
  • Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-71 Tilt the retainer down and 4. Insert the open end of the through the center wheel extension (J) through the hoist opening. shaft access hole (I) in the bumper. 7. Make sure the tire is stored 5. Raise the tire part way upward. securely.
  • Page 376 10-72 Vehicle Care To store the tools: 1. Return the wheel wrench, jack handle, and jack handle extensions to the tool bag (B). 2. Assemble wheel blocks (A) and jack (E) together with the wing nut (F). 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel blocks (A) in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse.
  • Page 377: Secondary Latch System

    Vehicle Care 10-73 Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the secondary latch: wrench counterclockwise three This vehicle has an or four turns. underbody-mounted tire hoist 4. Repeat this procedure at least assembly equipped with a two times.
  • Page 378 10-74 Vehicle Care 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. 11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place. The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack.
  • Page 379: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-75 13. Disconnect the jack handle To continue changing the flat tire, After installing the spare tire on the from the jack and carefully see Removing the Flat Tire and vehicle, stop as soon as possible remove the jack. Use one hand Installing the Spare Tire under Tire and check that the spare is correctly to push against the spare while...
  • Page 380: Jump Starting

    10-76 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough could result in costly damage to so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the the vehicle that would not be but be sure the vehicles are not vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
  • Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-77 3. Turn off the ignition on both Warning vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the An electric fan can start up even accessory power outlets. Turn when the engine is not running off the radio and all the lamps and can injure you.
  • Page 382 10-78 Vehicle Care 5. Check that the jumper cables do Warning (Continued) not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could add water to take care of that get a shock. The vehicles could first. If you do not, explosive gas be damaged too.
  • Page 383 Vehicle Care 10-79 8. Now connect the black 11. Try to start the vehicle that had negative ( ) cable to the the dead battery. If it will not negative ( ) terminal of the good start after a few tries, it battery.
  • Page 384: Towing The Vehicle

    10-80 Vehicle Care To disconnect the jumper cables Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a from both vehicles do the following: professional towing service if the Notice: Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle must be towed. 1. Disconnect the black disabled vehicle may cause negative ( ) cable from the To tow the vehicle behind another...
  • Page 385 Vehicle Care 10-81 Here are some important things to All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles consider before recreational vehicle Dinghy and Dolly Towing towing: What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
  • Page 386 10-82 Vehicle Care Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not Notice: If a two-wheel drive be towed with all four wheels on the vehicle is towed with the rear Dinghy Towing ground. Two-wheel-drive wheels on the ground, the transmissions have no provisions transmission could be damaged.
  • Page 387: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care 10-83 Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the Appearance Care Ground) dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Exterior Care See Parking Brake on Locks page 9-33. Locks are lubricated at the factory. 4.
  • Page 388 10-84 Vehicle Care product usage, necessary safety repaired. Foreign materials such as that are made for a basecoat/ precautions, and appropriate calcium chloride and other salts, ice clearcoat paint finish on the disposal of any vehicle care melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle.
  • Page 389 Vehicle Care 10-85 Windshield and Wiper Blades clean cloth. See Recommended calcium, or sodium chloride. Fluids and Lubricants on These chlorides are used on Clean the outside of the windshield page 11-11. roads for conditions such as ice with glass cleaner. and dust.
  • Page 390: Interior Care

    10-86 Vehicle Care leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually material to parts repaired or Interior Care check constant velocity joints, replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, rubber boots, and axle seals for protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. leaks.
  • Page 391 Vehicle Care 10-87 remain on the surface being use approximately 20 drops per Notice: Cleaning the windshield cleaned for extended periods 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. with water during the first three to of time. A concentrated soap solution will six months of ownership will leave a residue that creates reduce tendency to fog.
  • Page 392 10-88 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays using a soft brush attachment. If a a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss...
  • Page 393 Vehicle Care 10-89 Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Cargo Cover and gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, and Other Plastic Convenience Net panel. Reflected glare can decrease Surfaces Wash with warm water and mild visibility through the windshield detergent.
  • Page 394: Floor Mats

    10-90 Vehicle Care Use the floor mat with the Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for correct side up. Do not turn proper floor mat usage. it over. The original equipment floor Warning Do not place anything on top of mats were designed for the the driver side floor mat.
  • Page 395 Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
  • Page 396 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use Refer to the information in the Refer to the information in the vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Maintenance Schedule Additional Maintenance Schedule Additional There may need to be more Required Services Normal chart. Required Services Severe chart.
  • Page 397 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
  • Page 398 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check tire inflation pressures. Visually inspect fuel system for Check accelerator pedal for See Tire Pressure on damage or leaks. damage, high effort, or binding. page 10-48. Replace if needed. Visually inspect exhaust system Inspect tire wear. See Tire and nearby heat shields for Visually inspect gas strut for Inspection on page 10-53.
  • Page 399 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Replace spark plugs.
  • Page 400 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal page 10-15. (1) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first.
  • Page 401 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Change automatic transmission fluid.
  • Page 402 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services - Severe (1) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook-up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
  • Page 403 Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
  • Page 404 11-10 Service and Maintenance the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care Windshield of leaking, blown seals, To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the or damage, and can advise new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield when service is needed.
  • Page 405 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
  • Page 406 11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345879, in Canada 19257122). Hood Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
  • Page 407 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C...
  • Page 408 11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 409 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 410 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 411 Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
  • Page 412 12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
  • Page 413 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in)
  • Page 414 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 415 Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-12...
  • Page 416: Customer Information

    13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
  • Page 417: Customer Assistance

    Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail GMC, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
  • Page 418: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user can (Service History): View communicate with GMC by dialing: printable dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited 1-800-462-8583. TTY users in records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
  • Page 419: Program

    GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
  • Page 420 Emergency Tow From a Public the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. meals, and rental car. Road or Highway: Tow to the GMC and General Motors of nearest GMC dealer for warranty Services Not Included in Canada Limited reserve the right to...
  • Page 421: Scheduling Service

    Customer Information 13-7 Mounting, dismounting, the Roadside Assistance advisor of your transportation needs, your or changing of snow tires, will help to make arrangements dealer can help minimize your chains, or other traction devices. and explain how to receive inconvenience. payment.
  • Page 422 13-8 Customer Information value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
  • Page 423 Customer Information 13-9 If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
  • Page 424: Service Publications Ordering Information

    13-10 Customer Information If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
  • Page 425: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information 13-11 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
  • Page 426: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors

    (1-800-462-8782), or write: obstacle, data that will assist in how it is driven. For example, the understanding how a vehicle s GMC Customer Assistance Center vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. The EDR is P.O. Box 33172 monitor and control engine and...
  • Page 427: Onstar

    Customer Information 13-13 ® These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or OnStar better understanding of the share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, ®...
  • Page 428: Navigation System

    13-14 Customer Information Navigation System Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, use of the RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that system may result in the storage of vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that destinations, addresses, telephone...
  • Page 429 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
  • Page 430: Onstar Services

    14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
  • Page 431: Connections

    OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Press with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
  • Page 432 14-4 OnStar 2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Please say the name or number Number Press . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Press . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready.
  • Page 433: Diagnostics

    OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
  • Page 434 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, TTY Users electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired...
  • Page 435 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
  • Page 436 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Privacy OnStar services require a vehicle The complete OnStar Privacy electrical system, wireless service, Statement may be found at and GPS satellite technologies to be www.onstar.com (U.S.), available and operating for features or www.onstar.ca (Canada). to function properly.
  • Page 437 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-83 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-30 Interior .
  • Page 438 INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-32 Cargo Fog Lamps ....6-6 Cover .
  • Page 439 INDEX Climate Control Systems Customer Assistance ..13-4 Door Dual Automatic ....8-1 Offices ......13-3 Ajar Messages .
  • Page 440 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-16 Control System ....8-1 Coolant Temperature Engine .
  • Page 441 INDEX Fuel ......9-47 Additives .....9-49 Garage Door Opener .
  • Page 442 INDEX Horn ......5-5 Lights How to Wear Safety Belts Airbag Readiness ... . .5-16 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
  • Page 443 INDEX Locks (cont'd) Messages Mirrors (cont'd) Convex ..... . .2-15 Lockout Protection ... . . 2-8 Airbag System .
  • Page 444 INDEX Overheated Engine Phone Engine ......10-7 Protection Bluetooth .....7-39 Engine Oil Life System .
  • Page 445 INDEX Radios Recommended Fluids and Restraints AM-FM Radio ....7-7 Lubricants ....11-11 Where to Put .
  • Page 446 i-10 INDEX Safety Belts (cont'd) Security Sidemarker Reminders ....5-16 Light ......5-24 Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 447 INDEX i-11 Storage Areas Throttle, Adjustable ... . 9-19 Tires (cont'd) Wheel Alignment and Tire Cargo Cover ....4-2 Time .
  • Page 448 i-12 INDEX Trip Odometer ....5-12 Vehicle (cont'd) Warnings ......iv Load Limits .

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