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Page 3 For vehicles first that pictures and words work together to explain things. sold in Canada, substitute the name ”General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC whenever it appears in this Index manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be A good place to look for what you need is the Index in there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,’’ We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about “Don’t do this”...
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use Also, in this book you will find these notices: symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation Notice: These mean there something that could or information relating to a specific component, control,...
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION ' 0 - SHOULDER BELTS TO ENGINE POSSIBLE LIGHTING PROTECT OCCUPANT COOLANT MASTER INJURY SWITCH DO NOT TWIST SAFETY TEMP BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT TURN ENGINE...
Page 7 Model Reference This manual covers these models: Yukon XL Yukon...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............Child Restraints ..........1-44 ....................Manual Older Children 1.44 Power Seats ..........Infants and Young Children ......1-46 ..........Power Lumbar Child Restraint Systems ......... 1.49 Heated Seats ..........Where to Put the Restraint ......1-52 Top Strap ............
Page 9 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems ........What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? ... 1.74 Restraint System Check 1.80 ....Passenger Sensing System ......1-76 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1.80 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........
Page 10: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats You can lose ,,ntrol the vehicle if yo, -ry to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 11: Power Seats
Power Seats Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by raising or lowering the rear edge of the horizontal control. Moving the whole horizontal control up or down raises or lowers the entire seat cushion. If your vehicle has power reclining seats, you can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback.
Page 12: Heated Seats
You can also reshape the side wing area of the lower The engine must be running for them to operate. seatback for more lateral support. To increase or The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition decrease support, press and hold the top or bottom of off.
Page 13 If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner, see Power Seats on page for further information ov how to operate the reclining seatback feature. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this.
Page 14: Head Restraints
Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint Head Restraints is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restraint. On some models the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also.
Page 15: Rear Seats
To operate the easy entry seat turn the release lever, Rear Seats located on the back of the seat upward. Tilt the seatback toward the front of the vehicle by Rear Seat Operation pulling the top of the seat forward. When you do the seat bottom will release.
Page 16: Folding Seatbacks
Folding the Seatbacks To fold, pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion. Then, pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward. If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 17: 50/50 Split Bench Seat
3. Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position. 4. Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place. Make sure that the buckles on the driver’s side seatback are accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions.
Page 18 Folding the Seatbacks Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 19 4. Lift up on the carrying handle to make sure the seat 2. Make sure the head restraints have been lowered completely. is locked in place. 3. With the seat folded, unlatch the seat from the floor 5. Return the seatback to the upright position by by pulling up on the lever located under the pulling up on the release lever labeled 1 before carrying handle at the rear of the seat labeled 2.
Page 20 3. To unlatch the seat Replacing the 50/§0 Split Bench Seat from the floor, pull up on the release lever labeled 2, located at the rear of the seat, and lift the rear of the seat up off the If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move floor.
Page 21: Bench Seat
Bench Seat If your vehicle has a full bench seat, the seatback can be folded and the seat can be tilted or removed from the vehicle. A safety belt that is in lerly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the Folding +Cle Seatb-c=k protection needed in a crash.
Page 22 Tilting the Bench Seat If the seatback isn’t locked, it move C O U L forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 23 6. Push and pull on the seat. Make sure the support 2. Make sure the head restraints have been lowered rod is holding it firmly in place. Use the seat in this completely. position only when necessary for additional 3. With the seat folded, cargo space.
Page 24 Removing the Bench Seat 3. To unlatch the seat from the floor, pull up remove the full bench seat, do the following: on the release lever labeled 2, located 1. Open the rear doors and enter the rear of the at the rear of the vehicle.
Page 25 Replacing the Bench Seat A safety belt that ‘ly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the If the seatback isn’t locked, could move protection needed in a crash. The person forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Page 26: Bucket Seats
Bucket Seats Folding the Seatbacks If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo room. Reclining the Seatbacks If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could On the SuburbanNukon XL models with bucket seats, cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 27 The head restraint can be removed and stored in the 2. Pull the seatback release lever up and space provided in the folded up seat cushion. pull the seatback To fold the seatbacks on the bucket seats, do the forward. Then fold it following: until it is flat.
Page 28 Once the seatbacks are folded down, the rear seat Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing footwell area will be exposed and will have to be forward on the latches. covered by the load floor panel. To create a load floor, 2.
Page 29: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 30 Your vehicle has a light Why Safety Belts Work that comes on as a When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as reminder to buckle up. See it goes. Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-37. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts.
Page 33: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 34: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an aware that there are special things to know about...
Page 35: Driver Position
Driver Position 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. This part describes the driver’s restraint system. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt Lap-Shoulder Belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 36 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 37 What’s wrong with this? You can se- _ _ -.-ly hurt if your st llder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 38 What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 39 What’s wrong with this? can be serio,-., . n j u r e ~ your belt goes Y . , J over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt.
Page 40 What’s wrong with this? You ca ,e seriousl: njured if yc wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 41 What’s wrong with this? You can be serioL,.y ir.,-red tw.,,ed belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. The belt twisted across the body.
Page 42: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriousiy injured if they don't wear safety beits. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 43: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Center Passenger Position mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 44 Lap Belt When you sit in a center seating position other than in the second row you have a lap belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 45: Rear Seat Passengers
Lap-Shoulder Belt Rear Seat Passengers The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle belts. Here’s how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 46 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out a!! the way, will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 47 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 48 For the third row, remove the guide from its storage 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two clip on the side of the seatback edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-41...
Page 50: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 51: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 52 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1-41.
Page 53: Infants And Young Children
this way, in a crash the child might slide u,,,er the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
Page 54 hold it. For example, in a crash ai 25 mph (40 k d h ) , a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person's arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint.
Page 55 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a Children who are up a- inst, or very close to, label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle any air bag when inflates can be seriously...
Page 56: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems The body structure of a young c l d quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 57 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 58 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 59: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A w . l i l c . a rear-f,hg child restr,..rt can be Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Page 60: Top Strap
If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and If the child restraint does not have a top strap, one can you need to secure a rear-facing child restraint in be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. the right front passenger’s seat, the passengers frontal Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit air bag must be off.
Page 61: Top Strap Anchor Location
Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it.
Page 62 An anchor loop bracket for a top strap located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row, and for the center seating position in the third row. Third Row Bench Seat TahoeNukon models: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row.
Page 63: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
loop An anchor bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for the center seating position in the third row. Third Row 50/50 Split Bench Seat Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle may have the LATCH system.
Page 64 In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. 1 -57...
Page 65 If a LA1 -I-type cI restrail isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Page 66: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Outside Seat Position 1; Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2.
Page 67 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. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 68: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Rear Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 5.
Page 69 Second Row The center seat position in the second row has a lap-shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belt in the rear outside seat positions. For instructions on how to secure a child restraint using a lap-shoulder belt see Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1-59.
Page 70: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or iarger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 4.
Page 71: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Page 72 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-53 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as A child in a rear-facing restraint can be the instructions say.
Page 73 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is the retractor to set the lock. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-66...
Page 74 8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and you’re using a rear-facing child restraint in this seat, check to be sure the right front passenger’s frontal air bag is off before you begin to drive. If the air bag has been turned off, the off indicator will light and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 75: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the right front passenger, the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the right front This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 76 Here are the most important things to know about the air ba- 3ystems: hits the ,.de of your vehicle. They ar-..’t designed to inflate in frontal, rollover or in rear crashes. You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt even if Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety...
Page 77: Where Are The Air Bags
The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-38 for more information. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, Where Are the Air Bags? any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 79: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach put anything on the...
Page 80 In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air Side Impact Air Bags bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to Your vehicle may or may not have a side impact air crash severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these bag.
Page 81: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and system detects that the vehicle is in a crash.
Page 82 Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate and a more severe frontal impact. Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash .--ier- -ir k - ~ in..-tes, tl.-. - .s dus- sensing and diagnostic module, which records air.
Page 83: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to START or RUN. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system Passenger Air check.
Page 84 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the the right front passenger’s frontal air bag if: Right Front Seat Position on page 1-64 of this manual. If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the right front passenger seat is unoccupied, the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in the system determines that an infant is present in a...
Page 85 If the , . r bag readiness . . , h t i.. ihe instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection...
Page 86: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Bag-Equipped Vehicle bags affect how your vehicle shouia be serviced. Is there anything I might add to the front or There air bag system parts in several places around sides of the vehicle that could keep the air your vehicle.
Page 87: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Checking Your Restraint Systems Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced.
Page 88: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. After a rrash If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.
Page 90 Section 2 Features and Controls Automatic Transmission Operation ....2.25 Keys ............... Remote Keyless Entry System ......Four-wheel Drive ......... -2-28 2. 4 ..... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... 2. 5 All-Wheel Drive with Stabilitrak@ 2.32 ..........Parking Brake 2-35 Doors and Locks ..........
Page 91 Section 2 Features and Controls ..........Onstar@ System 2.51 ....... 2.57 Luggage Carrier ........Rear Storage Area 2.59 HomeLink@ Transmitter ........2.53 ........2.59 Convenience Net .. Programming the HomeLink Transmitter ... 2.54 ........2.59 Cargo Cover ..Storage Areas ..........
Page 92: Keys
Keys CA, .JON: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 93: Remote Keyless Entry System
Your vehicle has one If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call the double-sided key for the GM Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside ignition and all door Assistance Program on page 7-6. If your vehicle is locks as well as the spare equipped with the Onstar@ system with an active tire hoist lock, if equipped.
Page 94: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Changes or modifications to this system by other than Remote Keyless Entry System an authorized service facility could void authorization to Operation use this equipment. If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet normal for any remote keyless entry system.
Page 95 Remote Alarm Battery Replacement When the panic button with the horn symbol on the Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound entry transmitter should last about two years. and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t 30 seconds.
Page 96 2. Remove and replace the battery with a three-volt To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter CR2032 or equivalent battery, positive (+) side up. do the following: 3. Align the covers and snap them together. 4. Resynchrorsize the transmitter. 5.
Page 97: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the keyless entry system (if equipped). noor Locks You can also use your key. To lock the door from the inside, slide the lever rearward.
Page 98: Door Locks
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this power door lock switch, press the bottom of If your vehicle is equipped the switch on either front with power door locks, door to lock a!! doors press the raised side of the at once.
Page 99: Delayed Locking
Programmable Automatic Delayed Locking Door Locks When you lock the doors using the power lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter with any door or If your vehicle has power door locks, it is equipped with the liftgate open three chimes will signal that delayed a feature that enables you to program your power locking is being used.
Page 100 2. Turn your key to RUN and LOCK twice. Then, with The following is a list of the available programming the key in LOCK, release the turn options: signaVmultifunction lever. Once you do this, you will All door locks/Only the driver’s door unlocks: hear the lock mechanism lock and unlock.
Page 101: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To use one of the locks do the following: 1 . Open one of the rear doors. If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can lock the rear side doors so they cannot be opened from 2.
Page 102: Liftgate
Liftgate Liftgate Glass and Liftgate To open a mechanical lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate. The liftgate glass can be opened using the button on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked.
Page 103 Panel Doors To close the doors, close the driver’s side door first. After securely closing the door, close the passenger’s To open the rear panel doors, you must open the side door. Make sure both doors are latched securely. passenger’s side panel door first. If the door is locked, To lock the rear doors from outside the vehicle, put your insert your door key in the lock and turn it key in the lock and turn it clockwise.
Page 104: Windows
Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 105: Manual Windows
Manual Windows The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger’s windows as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Page 106: Sun Visors
Lock-Out Switch Sun Visors If you have power windows, the driver’s door power To block out glare, you can swing down the top and window switch has a lockout feature. The lockout switch bottom visors (if equipped). You can also swing is located in front of the power window switches.
Page 107: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems This message reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here’s how to do it: Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. 1. Open the door. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it 2.
Page 108 Testing the Alarm Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual The alarm can be tested by following these steps: door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open, or with the remote keyless 1.
Page 109: Passlock
If the engine is running and the security light comes on, Passlock@ you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock@ system is Your vehicle is equipped with the not working properly and must be serviced by your Passlock@ theft-deterrent system.
Page 110: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But will perform better the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) less for...
Page 111: Starting Your Engine
Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Starting Your Engine can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). your hand.
Page 112: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 0°F or -18"C), do this: If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. ignition key to §TART and hold it there up to This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since 15 seconds.
Page 113: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater 3. Plu- it into a n-nal, grounT’ed 11 0-volt AC outlet. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet starting and better could cause an electrical shock.
Page 114: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission suddenly. You or others could be injured. To and features an electronic shift position indicator be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when within the instrument panel cluster.
Page 115 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Nofice: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. is moving forward could damage your transmission.
Page 116 Tow/Haul Mode If you manually select SECOND (2) in a light duty automatic transmission, the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 117: Four-Wheel Drive
When tow/haul mode is Front Axle Locking Feature selected the tow/haul indicator light will The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when illuminate. you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal. The tow/haul mode also interacts with the AutorideTM feature, if your vehicle is so equipped, to enhance tin<_ l e transfer case to NEUTRAL cal the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle.
Page 118 Automatic Transfer Case AUTO 4WD: This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable. When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD, the front axle is engaged, but the The transfer case buttons vehicle’s power is sent only to the rear wheels. When are located to the left of the vehicle senses a ioss of traction, the system the instrument panel...
Page 119 If the SERVICE 4WD message stays on, you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service. See ”Service 4WD message” under Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-52. Sh.. --ng the tl ---sfer case to NEUTRA- ;an Shifting into 4HI or AUTO 4WD cause your vehicle to roll even if the Press and release the 4 hi or AUTO 4WD switch.
Page 120 Shifting Out of 4LO Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI your To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following: vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked so that will (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEL1TRA.L (N) ar?d not roll...
Page 121: All-Wheel Drive With Stabilitrak
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL All-Wheel Drive with §tabilitrak@ To shift out of NEUTRAL: With this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake all the time. pedal. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate 2.
Page 122 You can choose among three driving settings: NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle's transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See (Stabilitrak@ ): This button is used with the Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-53 or Towing StabilitrakO system and is also used to shift the transfer Your Vehicle on page 4-53 for more information.
Page 123 Shifting into NEUTRAL If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash for To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following: 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the Make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will transmission is in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 124: Parking Brake
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL: Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off. Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position (All-Wheel Drive or 4LO).
Page 125: Shifting Into Park (P)
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this Shifting Into Park (P) .-le c - ~ ~ g e - t out of Jr vet if the shift lever is not fully in PARK with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Page 126 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engile Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever in PARK (P).
Page 127: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from Shifting Out of Park (P) PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock PARK (P).
Page 128: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-39...
Page 129: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have lere are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 130 It can be danger,,s to get out of your vehicle FopCi-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can even if your shift lever is in PARK (P).
Page 131: Mirrors
Mirrors The mirror also includes a duel display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass reading and the outside temperature will both appear in the display Manual Rearview Mirror at the same time. ( 1 ) (On/Off): This is the on/off button.
Page 132 To adjust for compass variance do the following: Electrochromic Mirror Operation 1. Find your current location and variance zone The electrochromic (self dimming) mirror function is number on the following zone map. turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. operate the electrochromic mirror do the following: 1.
Page 133 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desired In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the zone number appears in the display. Release the mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed, push button. After approximately four seconds of the on/off button for approximately 12 seconds or inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in until CAL is displayed.
Page 134: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
Cleaning the Mirror Temperature Display When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar The temperature can be displayed by pressing the material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once briefly, glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause will toggle the temperature reading on and off.
Page 135 Electrochromic Mirror Operation Compass Calibration The time period you need to press and hold the TEMP The compass may need calibration if one of the button to turn the electrochromic feature on or off is following occurs: approximately eight seconds. The indicator light to the If CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle.
Page 136 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if ycu live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 137: Outside Manual Mirrors
Outside Manual Mirrors Outside Power Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the If your vehicle is equipped side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects with power outside mirrors, behind you. The mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow areas.
Page 138: Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror
Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror The mirror glass on one or both sides of the vehicle may automatically adjust before the mirror folds inward. When the mirror glass or mirror starts moving, you If your vehicle is equipped with outside power can release the mirror control.
Page 139: Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors Outside Convex Mirror If your vehicle has the optional memory package Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex you may have this feature. mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.
Page 140: Onstar@ System
Onstar@ System Onstar@ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are: Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite Remote Diagnostics technology, wireless communications, and state of...
Page 141 Onstar@ Steering Wheel Controls Onstar@’ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to : If your vehicle is ( ( 1 7 stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless equipped with the steering phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place wheel control buttons calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no you can use them...
Page 142: Homelink@ Transmitter
HomeLink@ Transmitter This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, iiiciuding interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 143: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
Programming the HomeLink Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to Transmitter program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons, Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage releasing only when the indicator light begins to door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”...
Page 144 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button 8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the and observe the indicator light. programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release If the indicator light stays on constantly, sequence a second time, and depending on the programming is complete and your device should doczr...
Page 145 If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty Individual buttons can not be erased, but they can be reprogrammed. See “Reprogramming a Single programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@“ procedures (regardless of HomeLink@ Button” next. where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ HomeLink@”...
Page 146: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may be equipped with a console Glove Box compartment between the bucket seats. To open it, press the button and swing the console To open your glove box, lift up the latch and pull the lid open.
Page 147 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the capacity and loading, see ”Loading Your Vehicle”. crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports.
Page 148: Convenience Net
Cargo Cover Rear Storage Area Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle may have a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver’s side trim panel. Your vehicie may be equipped with cargo tie To open the utility compartment, press in on the release downs in the rear latch and swing the compartment door open.
Page 149: Sunroof
The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which Sunroof you can pull forward to block sun rays. The sunshade will not close when the sunroof is open. If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop at the obstruction.
Page 150: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization To store your memory seat, throttle and brake pedals, mirrors and radio presets, do the following: Memory Seat 1. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the seatback recliner, lumbar, and side wing area), throttle and brake pedals, both of the outside mirrors, and If your vehicle has this the radio station presets to your preference.
Page 151 Easy Exit Seat Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single chime will sound and The controls for this memory function are located on the the memory position will be recalled. driver’s door.
Page 152 Section Instrument Panel ........Instrument Panel Overview ....... Battery Warning Light 3.40 ..........Hazard Warning Flashers ........ Voltmeter Gage 3.40 ..........Other Warning Devices Brake System Warning Light 3-41 ..Horn ........3. 6 Anti-Lock Brake System Tilt Wheel ............. Warning Light ........
Page 153 Section 3 Instrument Panel ......... Radio with Six-Disc CD 3.99 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-127 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3.113 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-127 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........ 3.122 Cleaning the Video Screen ......3.127 ........
Page 156: Hazard Warning Flashers
A. Dome Lamp Override Button Hazard Warning Flashers 6. Lamp Controls C. Air Outlets Automatic Transfer Case/Stahilitrak@ Mode Button (AWD Vehicles)/Traction Assist System (TAS) Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever F. Instrument Panel Cluster G. Shift Lever H. Tow/Haul Selector Button I. Audio System J.
Page 157: Other Warning Devices
Tilt Wheel The hazard warning flasher is located at the top of the steering column. A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle.
Page 158: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 159 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an Flash-To-Pass accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal This feature allows you to use your high-beam a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown fuse. headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-97.
Page 160 Rear Window Washerwiper For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings. This control is located on For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the the instrument panel. second solid band past the delay settings.
Page 161 Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of Cruise control can be dangerous where about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. your foot on the So, don’t use your cruise control on accelerator.
Page 162 Setting 2ruise Control The cruise light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged. If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could Resuming a Set Speed be startled and even lose control.
Page 163 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the There are two ways to go to a higher speed: hills.
Page 164: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps AUTO (Automatic): Turning the control to this position puts the system into automatic headlamp mode. An indicator light will illuminate when this position is selected. t o o: (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps...
Page 165 Automatic Headlamp System change to DRL if it is bright enough outside. During that delay, your instrument panel cluster may not be as When it is dark enough outside, your automatic bright as usual. Make sure your instrument panel headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the brightness control is in the full bright position.
Page 166 Daytime Running Lamps Shifting the transmission into PARK (P) will allow you to idle the vehicle with the DRL off. The DRL will stay Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for off until you shift the transmission out of PARK (P). others to see the front of your vehicle during the This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the day.
Page 167 Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch button again to turn them off. An indicator light will glow If your vehicle has this feature, this switch includes in the button when the fog lamps are on. wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much center to install an auxiliary roof lamp.
Page 168: Interior Lamps
Front Reading Lamps Interior Lamps The readina lamos are Instrument Panel Brightness located on 'ihe overhead consoie. e?.: This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control. Turn the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights.
Page 169: Accessory Power Outlets
You can use the dome override button, located below the exterior lamps control, to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened, or to remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the button into the in position.
Page 170: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
To use the outlet, lift the cover. When not using it, Ashtrays Cigarette Lighter always close the cover. The front ashtray is located near the center of the Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible instrument panel or on the front console, if equipped. to the accessory power outlet and could result in Pull the ashtray door to open It.
Page 171: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger Climate Control System area. Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air.
Page 172: Dual Climate Control System
Dual Climate Control System To change the current mode, select one of the following: f;’ (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument With this system you can control the heating, cooling panel vents. and ventilation for your vehicle. (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel vents;...
Page 173 Defogging and Defrosting Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 174 Outlet Adjustment Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Use the air outlets located The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to in the center and on the remove fog from the rear window. side of p u r instrument panel to direct the airflow.
Page 175: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects.
Page 176 Driver’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob (Off): Press this button to turn the entire climate clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle. and will be directed to the floor.
Page 177 Automatic Operation Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. To find your comfort setting, start with a 74°F AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is (23°C) temperature setting and allow about active the system will control the inside temperature, the 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Turn the air delivery, and the fan speed.
Page 178 Manual Operation (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor vents. Some air also comes out of the defroster and To change the current setting, select one of the side window vents. Use this mode to send air to the following: rear of the vehicle.
Page 179 (Front Defrost): Press the front defrost button to N C (Air Conditioning): Press this button to defrost the windshield. The system will automatically manually turn the air-conditioning system on or off. control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO When the system is selected, or in AUTO mode the system will automatically begin to cool and mode.
Page 180 Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, Use the air outlets located or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The in the center and on the heater and defroster will work far better, reducing side of your instrument the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Page 181: Rear Air Conditioning System
Rear Air Conditioning System The knob has three speed positions. To increase the flow of cooled air, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease If your vehicle equipped with the optional rear air the flow of cooled air, turn it counterclockwise. To conditioner it has two rear air conditioning fan speed turn the fan off, turn the knob to the off position.
Page 182: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System
Rear Air Conditioning and (Off): An off setting, located on the front climate control panel also allows the driver to turn off the Heating System rear seat passenger seat controls from the front seat. If your vehicle is equipped with this system, there are Temperature Knob controls located in the overhead console and on the back of the console in the rear seat area.
Page 183 Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area. Turn the knob clockwise toward the read area for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
Page 184: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System And Electronic Climate Controls
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating The overhead control has three knobs that control airflow speed, temperature and airflow location. System and Electronic Climate To adjust the airflow speed turn the knob located on the left side of the control panel. To adjust the air Controls temperature turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel to increase or decrease the...
Page 185 The rear seat controls have the following settings: (On/Off): Press this button to turn the rear seat comfort controls on or off. (Mode): Press this button to select the air delivery, and setting, and AUTO mode. & (Temperature): Press this button up or down to increase or decrease the temperature setting.
Page 186: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on may be on your vehicle.
Page 187: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty Transmission version shown. Canada and Light Duty Transmission Clusters similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a and many other things you’ll need to know to drive glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how safely and economically.
Page 188: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both Your tachometer displays the engine speed in miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). revolutions per minute (rpm). Yow odomete: shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) Safety Belt Reminder Light or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 189: Air Bag Readiness Bight
Air Bag Readiness Light Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument your rearview mirror will have a passenger air bag status panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. indicator.
Page 190 Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator If the word OFF is lit on the air bag status indicator, it will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol means that the passenger sensing system has turned off to let you know the status of the right front passenger’s the right front passenger’s frontal air bag.
Page 191: Battery Warning Light
Battery Warning Light Voltmeter Gage If this light is displayed When your engine is not when the engine is running, but the ignition is running, you may have a in RUN, this gage problem with your charging shows your battery’s state system.
Page 192: Brake System Warning Light
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two large number of electrical accessories are operating in parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an work and stop you.
Page 193: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the Anti-Lock Brake System road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is Warning Light harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, With the anti-lock brake have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 194: Traction Off Light
Traction Off Light (I), If you move the shift lever to FIRST the light will come on and stay on to indicate that the traction system is off. This is normal operation. To If you have the Traction turn the system back on, move the shift lever Assist System, this light back a position other...
Page 195: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ransmlsslon emperature tiage United States Canada United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage. also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is When your ignition is on, the gage shows the working.
Page 196 At approximately 265°F (1 30"C), the message center Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with the will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and transmission temperature gage above the normal the transmission will enter a transmission protection operating range, you can damage the transmission. mode.
Page 197: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your Check Engine Light vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission Your vehicle is equipped controls and may cause this light to come on.
Page 198 If the Light is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recentiy put iuei into your vehicle? Avoiding hard accelerations.
Page 199 Here are some things you need know to help your Have you recently changed brands of fuel? vehicle pass an inspection: If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page Poor fuel quality will 5-5.
Page 200: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage ...- Don’t keep driv the oil pressure is .-w. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 201: Four-Wheel-Drive Light
Tow/Haul Mode Light Four-Wheel-Drive Light The four-wheel drive This light is displayed indicator will light up when when the tow/haul mode has been activated. you shift a manual transfer case into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. Some delay between shifting and the indicator’s lighting For more information, see Towing a Trailer is normal.
Page 202: Fuel Gage
Here are some situations you may experience with your Fuel Gage fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated.
Page 203: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Select): This button resets certain functions and turns off or acknowledges messages on the DIC. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering cluster above the steering wheel. The DIC can display wheel buttons you will not have all of the features listed information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy and above, and you will turn off, or acknowledge DIC...
Page 204 Trip Information Button PERSONAL: AVG MPH This shows the vehicle’s average speed for the personal trip. Use the trip information button to scroll through the PERSONAL: % ANNUAL This shows the ratio of SEASON ODOMETER, PERSONAL TRIP ON/OFF, personal trip miles to annual miles as a percent. BUSINESS TRIP ON/OFF, HOURMETER, ANNUAL LOG and TIMER.
Page 205 Annual Log To reset the personal or business trip information, do the following: press and hold select button for two Press the trip button, or the reset stem on the instrument seconds while in one of the personal or business trip panel cluster, to scroll to the annual log.
Page 206 Fuel Information Button Instant Fuel Economy Use the fuel information button to scroll through the Press the fuel information button until INST appears in range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy and the display. Instant fuel economy is how many miles the GM Oil Life SystemTM.
Page 207 Personalization Button EASY EXIT SEAT DISPLAY UNITS (E/M) You can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. Press the personalization button DISPLAY LANGUAGE to scroll through the following personalization features. The driver’s preferences are recalled by pressing the All of the personalization options may not be available unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or on your vehicle.
Page 208 ALARM WARNING: HORN: The horn will chirp when Choose one of the three options and press the the alarm is active. personalization button while is displayed on the DIC to select and move on to the next feature. For more ALARM WARNING: LAMPS: The headlamps will flash information on automatic door locks see Programmable...
Page 209 Perimeter Lighting Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until PERIMETER Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION LIGHTING appears in the display. To select your RECALL appears on the display. To select your personalization for seat position recall, press the select personalization for perimeter lighting, press the select button while PERIMETER LIGHTING is displayed on the button while SEAT POSITION RECALL is displayed...
Page 210 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Unlock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK Press the personalization button until REMOTE FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select personalization for the feedback you will receive when your personalization for the feedback you will receive locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless...
Page 211 Curb View Assist Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until CURB VIEW Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display. To select your ASSIST appears in the display. To select your personalization for curb view assist, press the select personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on button while CURB VIEW ASSIST is displayed on when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button...
Page 212 Easy Exit Seat If you choose English, all information will be displayed in English units. For example, distance in miles and fuel Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT SEAT economy in miles per gallon. appears in the display. To select your personalization Choose one of the two options and press the for seat position exit, press the select button while EASY personaiization button whiie it is dispiayed on the DiC to...
Page 213: Dic Warnings And Messages
from the display because they are more urgent. These If you accidentally choose a language that you don’t want or understand, press and hold the personalization messages require action before they can be removed button and the trip information button at the same from the DIC display.
Page 214 ENGINE OVERHEATED BATTERY NOT CHARGING If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe If the battery is not charging during operation, this temperatures for operation, this message will appear in message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this the BIC and you will hear a chime. Stop and turn off problem could drain your battery.
Page 215 SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTE If your vehicle has vaccum assist power brakes, this message will be displayed on the when there is a pedal will be harder to push ana IaKe 11 WIII problem with the Supplemental Brake Assist system. longer to stop. If you continue to drive with If the message is displayed immediately after starting this message displayed can lead to a crash.
Page 216 SERVICE 4WD REARACCESSOPEN If the liftgate is open while the ignition is in RUN, this If a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system this message will appear on the DIC. this message message will appear on the DIC display and you will hear a chime.
Page 217 This message may also be displayed for brief periods if you are driving at higher elevations and are pumping your brakes or braking hard. The message may clear after you’ve lifted your foot from the accelerator pedal an allowed the vehicle to coast in gear or after you If the messa is no longer displayed after you have driven down to a lower elevation.
Page 218 CHECK OIL LEVEL TRANSMISSION HOT If the oil level in the vehicle is low, this message will If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, the message center will display this message. appear on the DIC. Check and oil level and correct it as necessary.
Page 219 A temporary solution to hotter transmission operating LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down. If the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed, this If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures message will appear on the display and you will hear a on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance chime.
Page 220 SERVICE STABILITY STABILITY SYS DISABLED If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY message, it The STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn or1 means there may be a problem with your when you press the Stabilitrak@ button, or when the StabiIitraP system. !f you see this message try to reset stability contro! been automatically disabled.
Page 221: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off. Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile Positions on page 2-21.
Page 222: Setting The Time For Radios With Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Setting the Time for Radios with AM-FM Radio Radio Data Systems (RDS) Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display.
Page 223 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to Press this button to switch the display between your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations time and radio station frequency. Time display is (six AM, six FMI and six FM2) by performing the available with the ignition turned off.
Page 224 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the AUDIO: To adjust bass and treble, press and release down arrow to move the sound toward the front or the AUDIO repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on rear speakers.
Page 225: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 226 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB level should always sound the same to you as you is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers drive. NONE will appear on the display if the radio digital quality audio and text information including song cannot determine the vehicle speed.
Page 227 Finding a Station SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to seek the next or to the previous station and stay there. BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, The radio will seek only to stations that are in the FM2, or XM1, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DAB1, DAB2 selected band and only to those with a strong signal.
Page 228 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, BASS, MID or TREB appears on the display. Turn the six FMI and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA knob to increase or to decrease.
Page 229 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press the SEEK TYPE button or one of the SEEK arrows to AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the take you to the category’s first station. left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until 4.
Page 230 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency RDS and DAB Messages allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. same program type. Press and hold BAND for two When an alert announcement comes on the current seconds to turn alternate frequency on.
Page 231 When a message is not available from an station, Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the NO INFO will be displayed. play of a CD, or XMTM, or DAB station. Press the TRAF button. The radio will seek to a station that TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive traffic broadcasts traffic announcements.
Page 232 Radio Messa es XMTM Radio Display Action Required Condition Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a after the channel name, Channels) customer’s request, by calling 1 -800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 233 XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No Texthformational No text or informational messages are available at this messaae available No Info time on this channel.
Page 234 Playing a Compact Disc REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing.
Page 235 Compact Disc Messages SCAN : To scan the disc, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this reasons: feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the disc.
Page 236: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 237 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB level should always sound the same to you as you is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers drive. NONE will appear on the display if the radio digital quality audio and text information including song cannot determine the vehicle speed.
Page 238 Finding a Station SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, The radio will seek only to stations that are in the FM2, or XM1, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped selected band and only to those with a strong signal.
Page 239 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the six FMl and six FM2, six XM1 and six XM2 (USA knob to increase or to decrease.
Page 240 Adjusting Speakers (Balance/Fade) Once the desired category displayed, press the SEEK TYPE button or one of the SEEK arrows to AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the take you to the category’s first station. left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until If you want to go to another station within that BAL appears on the display.
Page 241 Messages BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON When an alert announcement comes on the current will appear on the display.
Page 242 When a message is not available from a station, NO Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the INFO will be displayed. play of a cassette, CD, or XMTM, or DAB station. Press the TRAF button. The radio will seek to a station TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive traffic that broadcasts traffic announcements.
Page 243 XMTM Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1 -800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 244 XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No TexVlnformational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 245 Playing a Cassette Tape current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds, it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are the beginning of the current selection, depending upon up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 246 4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance TAPE DISC: Press this button to play a tape when quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton listening to the radio. Press this button to switch again to return to playing speed. The radio will play between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded.
Page 247 Playing a Compact Disc CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing.
Page 248 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to SCAN : To scan the disc, press and hold either reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six appears on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 249 Compact Disc Messages Listening to a DVD If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following Your vehicle may have an overhead Rear Seat reasons: Entertainment (RSE) System. If your vehicle has this system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will You’re driving on a very rough road.
Page 250: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 251 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher setting will is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle digital quality audio and text information including son9 speeds.
Page 252 Finding a Station k SEEK >I : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, The radio will seek only to stations that are in the FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped selected band and oa!y those with a strong signal.
Page 253 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bassn'reble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID or favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase six FM1 and six FM2, six XM1 and six XM2 (USA or to decrease.
Page 254 Finding a PTY Station To return to the manual mode (CUSTOM), press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display. (RDS, XMTM and DAB) Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass, To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob.
Page 255 SCAN: You can also scan through the stations within a Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) category by performing the following: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. selected PTY will be displayed on the screen.
Page 256 INFO (Information): If the current station has a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this stop. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when button to see the message. The message may display a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio the artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 257 XMTM Radio Messages Radio Display Action Required Condition Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 258 XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) cannot be swapped between vehicles. If you receive this 3-1 07...
Page 259 Playing a Compact Disc 3. Once the light stops flashing and turns grl a disc. Insert the disc partway into the slol If an error appears on the display, see "Compact Disc side up. The player will pull the disc in. Messages"...
Page 260 Playing a Specific Loaded Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you have Compact Disc tried to push in manually. The receivers 25-second eject timer will reset at each press of eject, which For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio will cause the receiver to not eject the disc until the Ad>(...
Page 261 RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track k SEEK A Press the left arrow to go to the start of or an entire disc. To use repeat, do the following: the current track, if more than ten seconds have passed. To repeat the track you are listening to, press and Press the right arrow to go to the next track.
Page 262 Using Song List Mode If you attempt to save more than 20 selections, S-LIST FULL will appear on the display. The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One song list.
Page 263 Compact Disc Messages After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio the list.
Page 264: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Listening to a DVD Before You Drive Your vehicle may have an overhead Rear Seat The RSE system is for rear seat passengers. The driver Entertainment (RSE) System. If your vehicle has this cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so.
Page 265 (Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu (this button only operates with a DVD). (Display Menu): Press this button to modify the video screen display characteristics. (Menu Navigation): Use the arrow keys to navigate through a menu. (Enter): Press this button to select items within a menu.
Page 266 Stopping and Resume Playback DVD Messages To stop a disc, press and release the stop button on the The following errors may be displayed on the video DVD player or the remote control. To resume playback, screen: press the playlpause button on the DVD player or Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed the remote control.
Page 267 Parental Control Button: This button is located on the The DVD player and display will continue to operate when the screen is in either the up or the down position. front of the DVD console, behind the video screen, near the driver of the vehicle. Press this button while a The video screen contains the infrared transmitters for the wireless headphones and the infrared receiver DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute...
Page 268 Remote Control Buttons D. Display Menu: Press this button to modify the video screen display characteristics. E. Audio: Press this button to call-up a menu that will operate only when a DVD is being played. The format and content of this function is defined by the disc and is dependent of the disc.
Page 269 Illumination: Press this button to turn the remote Battery Replacement control backlight on. To change the batteries, do the following: Menu: Press this button to access the DVD menu 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on (this button only operates with a DVD). the bottom of the remote control.
Page 270 Stereo RCA Jacks The headphones will automatically turn off if they lose the infrared signal from the system after approximately The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on four minutes in order to preserve their battery power. the front of the DVD console. The RCA jacks allow The signal may be lost if the system is turned off or if the you to connect audio and video from an auxiliary device headphones are out of range of the infrared signal...
Page 271 How to Change the Video Format when in The RSE system will always transmit the audio signal by infrared to the wireless headphones, if there is audio the Auxiliary Mode available. See “Headphones” previously for more The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. In information.
Page 272 Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action Problem No power. The ignition might not be In auxiliary mode, the Check the signal coming picture moves or scrolls. from the auxiliary device in on or accessory.The and make sure that the parental control button connection and the signal might have been pressed.
Page 273: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player, I If the stop button was Sometimes the wireless This could be caused by push Play but sometimes pressed one time, the headphone audio cuts out interference from cellular the DVD starts where I DVD player will resume or buzzes.
Page 274 Rear Seat Audio Controls (Volume): Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume. The left knob controls the left headphone and the right knob controls the right headphone. SRC (Source): Press this button to select an audio source: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, DVDs, XM (if your vehicle is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service), or DAB (if your vehicle is equipped with DAB) depending on your vehicles options.
Page 275: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Audio Steering Wheel Controls PROG (Program): The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work: You can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. Press this button to go to the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio.
Page 276: Dvd Distortion
PROG (Program): Press this button to play a station DVD Distortion you have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons on the selected band. If a cassette tape is playing, You may experience audio distortion in the press this button to play the other side of the tape. If a IR headphones when operating cellular phones, CD is playing, press this button to go to the next scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*,...
Page 277: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
XMTM Satellite Radio Service but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice a XMTM Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to from coast to coast.
Page 278: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut Care of Your CDs and DVDs tape detection feature is active again. Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to and dust.
Page 279: Fixed Mast Antenna
DAB Radio Antenna System Fixed Mast Antenna Your DAB antenna is located on the roof of your The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build without being damaged. If the mast should ever up for clear radio reception.
Page 280 Driving Your Vehicle Section 4 Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving 4-41 ..........Defensive Driving ........... Freeway Driving 4-42 ........... Drunken Driving ..........Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4-43 ....... Control of a Vehicle ........Highway Hypnosis -4-44 ........
Page 281: Your Driving. The Road. And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following Your Vehicle distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.
Page 282: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, so they Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U S . state to drink alcohol. a national tragedy.
Page 283 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if According to the American Medical Association, a 180 Ib (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s of about 0.06 percent.
Page 284 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There’s something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills many people don’t know. Medical research shows of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 285: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go Braking action involves perception time and where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering reaction time. and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their First, you have to decide push on the brake pedal.
Page 286 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-lock Brake System spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool electronic braking system that will help prevent a between hard stops.
Page 287 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 288: Traction Assist System (Tas)
Traction Assist System (TAS) Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System (TAS) vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply that limits wheel spin.
Page 289 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the TAS begins The vehicle is driven on an extremely rough road. to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically When the vehicle leaves the rough surface, slows disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely down or stops, the light will go off and TAS will use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control.
Page 290: Locking Rear Axle
To turn the system on or The next time you start your vehicle, the TAS will not off, press the TAS on/off automatically come on. You can restore the automatic button located on the feature by using the same procedure. Whether the TAS instrument panel.
Page 291 If the system fails to turn on or activate, the STABILITY StabilitrakO and part of the traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the SYS DISABLED or SERVICE STABILITY message Stabilitrak@ button. All-wheel drive vehicles must be in will be displayed.
Page 292 Traction Control Operation Notices If the traction off light comes on due to heavy braking and/or because the traction control The traction control system is part of the system has been continuously active, do not Stabilitrak@ system. Traction control limits wheel spin by allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin excessively.
Page 293: Steering
Steering Tips The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy Driving on Curves acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts/downshifts of the transmission. When this happens you may It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. notice a reduction in acceleration, or may hear a noise A lot of the “driver lost control’’...
Page 294 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Page 295: Quadrasteertm
QUADRASTEERTM The QUADRASTEERTM System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information. If your vehicle is equipped with the 4 Wheel Steer system it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all four wheels Once the 4 Wheel Steer mode is selected, it is recommended to leave the vehicle in this mode at all...
Page 296 If you want to use tire chains, the vehicle needs to be in 2 wheel steer mode. 4: In this mode all four wheels will help steer the vehicle. If you want to use 4, and your vehicle is not in this mode, press the button, until the 4 indicator, located to the right of the 4 Wheel Steer button, comes on and stays on.
Page 297 To engage the 4 Wheel Steer tow mode, press the button until the 4 and tow mode indicators light up on the instrument panel. If the tow indicator is flashing you will have to center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right.
Page 298: Passing
Qff-Road Recovery Passing Passing YOU may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a driving. two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Page 299 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For start your left lane change signal before moving out one thing, following too closely reduces your area of the right lane to pass.
Page 300: Loss Of Control
If you have the Traction Assist System, remember: It Loss of Control helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have this system, or if the system is off, then an acceleration Let’s review what driving experts say about what skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the happens when the three control systems (brakes, accelerator pedal.
Page 301: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see Braking on page 4-6. If your vehicle doesn’t have four-wheel drive, you shouldn’t drive off-road unless you’re on a level, solid surface. Off-road driving can be great fun.
Page 302 3. Pull the push-pins and The following steps must be performed on each of the lower air dam assembly push-pins to remove the air dam: away from the 1. Insert a tool into the retainers until the lower push-pin slot and pull air dam is free.
Page 303 To reinstall the lower air dam do the following: Before You Go Off-Roading 1. Line up each push-pin There are some things to do before you go out. For with its intended example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance retainer and push the and service work done.
Page 304 Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every Cargo on the load floor piled higher than off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the seatbacks can be thrown forward the environment: during a sudden stop.
Page 305 Traveling to Remote Areas Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep to a remote area.
Page 306 Scanning the Terrain When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your of terrain.
Page 307 Driving on Off-Road Hills incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you hill.
Page 308 Driving Uphill Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 309 As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is on the steering wheel at the o’clock position. about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? This way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels If this happens, there are some things you should are straight and maneuver as you back down.
Page 310 Driving Downhill Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to I do? consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain Set the parking brake, put your transmission in vehicle control? PARK (P) and turn off the engine.
Page 311 If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a across the incline of the hill. A hill that’s not too low gear.
Page 312 Driving Across an Incline For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether try to drive across an incline. Just because Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the trail goes across the incline doesn’t mean you the incline of a hill.
Page 313 Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get Gett I out on the downhill (low) side of a out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll vehicle stopped across an incline is over, you’ll be right in its path.
Page 314 Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. If the water isn’t too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster speeds, water splashes your ignition system On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will get your tailpipe under water.
Page 315: Driving At Night
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 316 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several Drive defensively. seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver Don’t drink and drive.
Page 317: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 318 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They ..Jn’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 319 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 320: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 321: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 322: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Here are some things you can check before a trip: allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservior full? Are move slightly slower at night. all windows clean inside and outside? When you want to leave the freeway, move to the Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Page 323 Hill and Mountain Roads Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 324 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Coastin, downhill TRAL I) or with the page 4-22 for information about driving off-road.
Page 325: Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving: You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take You may want to put winter emergency supplies in appropriate action.
Page 326 Whatever the condition smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow drive with caution. If you have traction assist, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow.
Page 327 You’re a Blizzard Caught in Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. ’ . ’ Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, I ’ ’ /“ ’ /’ /’ 4 ’...
Page 328 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make Snow can trap exhaust gases under your body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, vehicle.
Page 329: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Then, shut the engine and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as If you let your es spin at I ;...
Page 330 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Using the Recovery Hooks First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI or 4LO. If your vehicle has the Traction Assist System, you should turn it off by pressing the TAS on/off button.
Page 331 These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back.
Page 332: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
Page 333 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See Four-wheel Drive on page 2-28 for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle. 5. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the following vehicle.
Page 334 Dolly Towing 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See for the proper Four-wheel Drive on page 2-28 Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for Two-wheel-drive, vehicles, should not be towed with the your vehicle. rear wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive 5.
Page 335: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle.
Page 336: Level Control
There’s also important loading information for off-road Using heavier suspension components to get added driving in this manual. See ”Loading Your Vehicle durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your for Off-Road Driving” in the Index. dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, Level Control tools, packages, or anything else...
Page 337: Autoridetm
Automatic Level Control AutorideTM The automatic level control rear suspension is available The AutorideTM feature will provide a superior vehicle on C/K 1500 vehicles and comes as a part of the ride and handling under a variety of passenger and AutorideTM suspension.
Page 338: Trailer Recommendations
Towing a Trailer Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. CWR is your the maximum weight of the load vehicle can carry. It doesn’t included the weight of the people inside. If you use the corre”.
Page 339 If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means axle or other parts could be damaged.
Page 340 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75% of Tow/haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). trailer or a large or heavy load. The purpose of the See Weight of the Trailer later in this section.
Page 341 Weight of the Trailer Use one of the following charts to determine how much your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle How heavy can a trailer safely be? model and options. It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For Maximum trailer weight calculated assuming only the example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside...
Page 342 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-I500 (4 WD)* 3.73 12,000 Ibs. (5 448 kg) 6,400 Ibs. (2 902 kg) 4800 V8 4.10 7,400 lbs. (3 356 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 (2WD)*...
Page 343 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 (4WD)* "Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs. (681 kg) ""GCWR limited to 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) on vehicles with 283 suspension. j-2500 SuburbanNukon XL (4WD) equipped with 283 base suspension limited to 7,900 Ibs.
Page 344 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see Tire Loading for more information. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 345 Trailer Brakes Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 Ibs. (900 kg) If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be you remove the hitch.
Page 346 D I ’ g with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 347 Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. vehicle.
Page 348 Driving On Grades Parr Tg on ‘IIS ’ Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
Page 349 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the When You Are Ready to Leave After transfer case is in a drive gear and not in Parking on a Hill NEUTRAL. 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down 6.
Page 350 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Basic Trailer Wiring Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system.
Page 351 Trailer Wiring Harness Package The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stopnurn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake Your vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness.
Page 352 The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer Power Winches circuits: If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Step-Bumper Pad Brown: Taillamps Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step White: Ground...
Page 353 NOTES 4-74...
Page 354 Service and Appearance Care Section 5 ........ Windshield Washer Fluid 5.39 ............Service -5-3 ............Brakes 5.40 ......Doing Your Own Service Work 5. 4 ............Battery 5.44 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your ..........Jump Starting 5.45 ........... Vehicle All-Wheel Drive ..........
Page 355 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Replacement ........5.67 ........Vehicle Identification 5.96 Tire Chains ..........5-68 ....Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 5-96 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-69 Sewice Parts Identification Label ..... 5.96 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-70 Electrical System ...........
Page 356: Service
Service We hope you’ll want to keep your vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs.
Page 357: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this Y, , can be ured and your vehicle could manual can.
Page 358: Fuel
Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane Gasoline of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN) get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If this shows the code letter or number that identifies your occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as engine.
Page 359: Gasoline Specifications
Gasoline Specifications California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications Standards (see the underhood emission control label), which were developed by the American Automobile is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the specifications.
Page 360: Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)
Notices Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) contains methanol. Don’t use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN) system and also damage the plastic and rubber shows the code letter or number that identifies your parts.
Page 361: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Notice: Some additives are not compatible with At a minimum, E-85 should meet ASTM E-85 fuel and may harm your fuel system. Damage Specification D 5798. caused by additives wouldn’t be covered by To insure quick starts in the wintertime, the E-85 fuel your new vehicle warranty.
Page 362: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Fuel vapor is highl- lammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 363 If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait “hiss”...
Page 364 r---l When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right Filling a Portable Container (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 365: The Hood
Hood Release Checking Things Under the Hood To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle inside the vehicle located under and to the left of the steering wheel. Things that burn can on hot engir parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber.
Page 366 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Pull down the hood and close it firmly. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill.
Page 367: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you’ll see the following: 5-1 4...
Page 368 H. Remote Negative (-) Terminal (GND) A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank J. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped) K. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir D. Engine Oil Dipstick E.
Page 370: Engine Oil
Engine A. Engine Air CleanedFilter B. Coolant Surge Tank If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped) instrument cluster, it means you need to check D. Engine Oil Dipstick your engine oil level right away. E.
Page 371 Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you keeping the tip down, and check the level. get fuel.
Page 372 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 373 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 374 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You Life SystemTM) should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know SAE 5W-30.
Page 375 What to Do with Used Oil How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates when to change unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.
Page 376: Engine Air Cleanedfilter
See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page to determine when to check the indicator. The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleaner/filter life used. When both service window A and service window B turn orange, replace the engine air cleanedfilter.
Page 377 4. Install the new engine air cleaner/filter. 5. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See Part B: Checks and Services on page 6-10. @IAfTer Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 378: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may When to Check and Change choose to have this done at the dealership service A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid department. level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 379 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F The red transmission (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (IOOC), drive the vehicle dipstick handle with the in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage graphic is located at...
Page 380: Engine Coolant
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower Notice: We recommend you use only fluid labeled level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, DEXRON@ 111, because fluid with that label is below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check or in made especially for your automatic transmission.
Page 381 A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F ( -37°C). Adding only plain water to your cooling Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). system can be dangerous. Plain water, or Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 382 Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark. The coolant surge tank located in the engine If the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and compartment on the stays on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.
Page 383: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your See Engine Compartment vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Overview on page 5-14 for Temperature Gage on page 3-44. In addition, you will more information on find a LOW COOLANT LEVEL, ENGINE OVERHEATED location.
Page 384 Your If Steam Coming From Engine everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
Page 385 If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can If No Steam Is Coming From drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Your Engine If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem.
Page 386: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to l i f t the hood, here’s what you’ll see: All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 8100 V8 Engines C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 387 The coolant level should If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. be at or above the FULL The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle COLD mark. If it isn’t, speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal you may have a leak at the down.
Page 388 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank if you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if c o o k surgt ,sure cap, is hot. Wait coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible for the cooling system and coolant surge tank but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn...
Page 389 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot Adding only plain water to your cooling engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol system can be dangerous. Plain water, or and it will burn if the engine parts are hot some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil enough.
Page 390 5. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start 4. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 391: Engine Fan Noise
6. Then replace the You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine. It will go away as the fan clutch partially pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is disengages. hand-tight and fully seated. Power Steering Fluid Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan.
Page 392: Windshield Washer Fluid
Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.
Page 393: Brakes
Adding Washer Fluid Brakes Open the cap with the Brake Fluid washer symbol on / \ - \ washer fluid until the Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 tank is full. brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir.
Page 394 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. If you have too much brake can spill on l . u . u g the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged.
Page 395 What to Add Notice: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your only.
Page 396 Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 397: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or parts have to be of top quality and work well together if more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 398: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you may damaged. want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to 2.
Page 399 Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative (-) jump starting terminal. You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery. Using a match near a batteq an cause battery The remote positive (+) terminal is located behind a gas to explode.
Page 400 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use Fans or other moving engine parts can injure a remote positive (+) you badly. Keep your hands away from moving terminal if the parts once the engine is running.
Page 401 8. Now connect the black Connect the other end negative (-) cable to of the negative (-) the good battery’s cable to the negative (-) terminal of negative (-) cable. Use a remote negative (-) the dead battery or to a terminal if the remote negative (-) vehicle has one.
Page 402 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery.
Page 403: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these level surface. vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, need lubrication.
Page 404: Rear Axle
The proper level for the 1500 Series is from 5/8 inch to Rear Axle 1 5/8 inch (1 5 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole. The proper level for the 2500 Series When to Check Lubricant is from 0 to 1/2 inch (0 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 405: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, need lubrication.
Page 406: Front Axle
Front Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to often to check the lubricant.
Page 407: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. See Replacement Bulbs on page for the proper 5-59 types of bulbs to use. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 408: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp 2. Pull the headlamp assembly out. A. Sidemarker Lamp 3. Unplug the electrical connector. B. Retainer Clip 4. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it C.
Page 409: Side Identification Marker Lamps
Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket 4. Unplug the lamp assembly harness from the counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing. housing. 5. Unplug the lamp. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket. 6. Put in a new lamp and snap it into the housing. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket.
Page 410 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place. 2. Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps. 3. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove from the socket. 5-57...
Page 411: Taillamps
Taillamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-up Lamp C. Stoplamp 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 1. Use a tool to remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 5-58...
Page 412: Replacement Bulbs
2. Remove the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the taillamp housing. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket. 1 3 1 Stop Lamp Rear Turn Lam0 31 57 Back-up Lamp I3157...
Page 413: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See At Least Twice a Year on page 6-10 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5- 109.
Page 414: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. if you ever have questions Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your warranty booklet for details.
Page 415: Inflation
Inflation Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. for your tires when they’re cold.
Page 416 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services,” in Section 6, for scheduled Rust on a wheel, or on the parts to rotation intervals.
Page 417: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Time for New Tires Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at One way to tell when it’s the Certification/Tire label. time for new tires is to check the treadwear The tires installed on your vehicle when was new had indicators, which will...
Page 418: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
cing tires could cause )u to lose control If you use bias-ply tires on your cle, the while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the many miles of driving.
Page 419: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
While the tires available on General Motors passenger Temperature A, B, C cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, grades, they must also conform to federal safety representing the tire’s resistance to the generation requirements and additional General Motors Tire of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested...
Page 420: Wheel Replacement
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle Using the wronc_ eplacement wheels, wheel vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be may need to be rebalanced.
Page 421: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is If your vehicle has P265/75R16, LT265R5R16, dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used P265nOR16, or P265ROR17 size tires, don’t use or how far it’s been driven. could fail tire chains.
Page 422: If A Tire Goes Flat
Notice: If you have a tire size other than If a Tire Goes Flat P265/75R16, LT265/75R16, P265/70R16, or P265/70R17 use tire chains only where legal and It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, only when you must. Use chains that are the proper especially if you maintain your tires properly.
Page 423: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes fiat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injur. vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 424 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools TahoeNukon Models (Rear Access Panel) SuburbanNukon XL Models 4. Tool with D. Tire Blocks A. Bottle Jack F. Retaining Hook Tools Jack E. Jack G. Retaining Bracket and B. Wheel Blocks B. Bracket and Wing Nut C.
Page 425 You’ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel For TahoeNukon models, the equipment is located behind the left trim panel in the rear of the vehicle. Skip wrench to remove the underbody-mounted spare tire. the first step and follow the last three. 1.
Page 426 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: Secondary Latch System 1. If the vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock, open the Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the assembly equipped with a secondary latch system.
Page 427 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. if the the following: spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with step 4 of “Removing Your Spare Tire and Tools” earlier in this section. 5.
Page 428 Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare with the other hand.
Page 429 The tools you’ll be using include the bottle jack (A), the Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions wheel blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle (as needed). Attach the jack handle to the jack. extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E). If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle, you’ll need to use both jack handle extensions.
Page 430 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. If you have a center cap with wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap. Remove the center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center piece, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift...
Page 431 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the Front wheel nuts yet. Rear Position Position Notice: If your vehicle is equipped with QUADRASTEERTM avoid contact with tie rods and tie rod boots when jacking the vehicle.
Page 432 Getting under a -hide n en it is jac.-- dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Front Position Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 433 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Rear Position Rear Position 1500 Series 2500 Series 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts 3. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
Page 434 6. After mounting the spare, put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the Rust or dirt on wheel, or on the parts to L,” wheel. Tighten each which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts wheel nut by hand become loose after a time.
Page 435 Rear Position Rear Position 1500 Series 2500 Series Front Position Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. 5-82...
Page 436 Incorrect wheel nuts or in .operl ightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 437 Storing a Flat Tire and Tools Store the flat tire where the spare tire was stored. To store the tire: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed downward. 2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening.
Page 438 PUSH & PULL ~~~~ A. Hoist Assembly E. Valve Stem, 6. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull, B. Wheel Wrench Pointed Down and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire C. Jack Handle F.
Page 439 To store the tools, follow these procedures: 4. Use the retaining clip to fasten the tool kit on the stud in the storage compartment in the rear left For Tahoe/Yukon models do the following: trim panel and turn the wing nut clockwise to 1.
Page 440: Spare Tire
Spare Tire Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inflated spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly. See inflation Tire Pressure on page 5-62 and “Loading Your Vehicle” for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store a spare ti re, see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70.
Page 441: Appearance Care
Appearance Care They can all be hazardous some more than others -and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 442 FabricKarpet 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner. Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric 6. Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains towel or cloth.
Page 443 Vinyl Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Use warm water and a clean cloth. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the may have to do this more than once.
Page 444: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Washing Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap.
Page 445 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Finish Care Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually hand may be necessary to remove residue from the needed.
Page 446: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Sheet Metal Damage Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal chrome-plated wheels. repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or mild soap and water.
Page 447: Chemical Paint Spotting
At least every spring, flush these materials from the GM Vehicle Care/Appearance underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud Materials and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can the following products.
Page 448: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) (cont’d) Description Usage Usage Description Medium foaming Removes dirt and grime Chrome and Wire Wheel from chrome wheels and shampoo. Cleans and Cleaner wire wheel covers. Wash Wax Concentrate lightly waxes. Biodegradable and Removes dust, phosphate free.
Page 449: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label located in the glove box. It’s very Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment.
Page 450: Electrical System
Electrical System Power Windows and Other Power Options Add-on Electrical Equipment Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first.
Page 451 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver's side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. LT DOORS You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door.
Page 452 Fuses Usage Four-wheel Drive System, Auxiliary Battery Climate Control System VEH STOP Power Door Lock Relay LOCK (Lock Function) RT TRLR ST/TRN Riqht Turn SiqnaVStop Trailer Inside Rearview Mirror, HVAC 1 Right Turn Signals and RT TRN Sidemarkers L DOOR Connection BODY Harness Connector...
Page 453 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Device Usage ODtion Eauipment SDecial The center instrument panel utility block is located TRAILER Trailer Brake Wirina underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. UPFIT Upfitter (Not Used) Ride Control Harness SL RIDE Connection HDLR 2...
Page 454 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.
Page 455 Replace cover after servicing. Remettre le couvercle en place. - 4 . NOTE: The function FUNCTION/AMP-GAS FUNCTION/AMP-QlESEL REMARQUE: La fonction et I'intensiti d c amperage of these fuses FONCTION/INTENSITE-ESSENCE FONCTIONIINTENSITE-DIESEL ces fusibles sont diff6rentes pour are different INJ 315A EDU/25A rnoteurs essence les rnoteurs...
Page 456 Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2. Fuses Usage Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #l. Accessory Power/Trailer STUD 2 Wirina Brake Feed Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. *4 - Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. PCM Ignition Usage LBEC 1 Doors, Left Truck Body Not Used Gasoline Accessory Power...
Page 457 Fuses Fuses Usage Usage Sunroof SUNROOF Back-up Lamps, Automatic B/U LP Transmission Shift Lock SEO 82 Off-Road Lamtx Control System RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger Canister/QUADRASTEERTM HDLP-HI Headlamp High Beam Relay Used PRIME Auxiliary Power Supplemental Inflatable AUX PWR Outlet Console Restraint Svstem IGN 1...
Page 458 Fuses Fuses Usage Usage Fog Lamp Relay CIG LTR HI HDLP-RT Fog Lamps HDLP-LOW Horn Fuse A/C COMP Horn Relay Windshield and Rear Window A/C COMP Washer Pump Relay Rear Wiperwasher Windshield and Rear Window RR WPR WIS WASH Washer Pump RADIO Audio Svstem OnStar/Rear Seat...
Page 459 Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Par! D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-16 for more information. All capacities are approximate. Capacities and Specifications Wheels and Tires Model Description Torque Nom) C/K 1500 6 bolts (14 mm) 140 Ib ft (190 Nom) C/K 2500 8 bolts (14 mm)
Page 460 System After refill, the level must be rechecked. See Cooling on page 5-33. Cooling System Capacity Capacities Application English Metric Cooling System *Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner. **Vehicles equipped with the optional engine oil cooler. Add one liter if equipped with rear heating for all engines. 5-1 07...
Page 461 After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that the fluid within the proper operating range. See Engine on page 5- 17. Capacities SuburbanNukon XL (2500 Series) 37.5 gallons 140.0 L Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TahoeNukon 2.71 Ibs.
Page 462: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questionsi please contact your GM dealer.
Page 463 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (cont'd) VIN Code Wiper Blades 53642 53642 53642 1 5 1 53642 53642 (Front)** Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA ITTA l l T A (Front) inches inches inches Wiper Blade inches inches Length (Front) (56.0 (56.0 (56.0 (56.0...
Page 464 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule At Least Once a Year ........6-11 Maintenance Schedule ........6. 2 ........... Introduction Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..-6-1 4 Steering and Suspension Inspection ....6.14 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....Exhaust System Inspection ......6.14 Maintenance Requirements ......
Page 465: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper IMPORTANT: fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase KEEP ENGINE...
Page 466: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: condition.
Page 467: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 468: Scheduled Maintenance
Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of GM Oil Life System'"...
Page 469 If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system for leaking.
Page 470 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals vehicle’s GVWR is over 8600 Ibs or if the vehicle is for leaking.
Page 471 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as for leaking. needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals Rotate tires.
Page 472 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as changed your automatic transmission fluid, change needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals both the fluid and filter.
Page 473: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield Listed in this part are owner checks and services washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. which should be performed at the intervals specified to See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39 for further help ensure the safety, dependability and emission details.
Page 474: At Least Once A Year
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, Automatic Transmission Check and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See system does not need regular maintenance.) Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-25. A fluid loss Wiper Blade Check may indicate a problem.
Page 475 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others When you are c-.ng this check, the \w.licle could be injured. Follow the steps below. could move suddenly.
Page 476 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hili, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: The key should turn to LOCK only when the With the engine running and transmission in...
Page 477: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
Page 478: Transfer Case And Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection
Brake System Inspection Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant for surface condition.
Page 479: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Fluid/Lubricant Usaae Lubricants Automatic DEXRON-Ill Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. Mulit-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in number or specification may be obtained from your Cylinders Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Page 480 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Synthetic Axle Lubricant; use only Rear Axle GM Part No. 12378557 (in Canada 88901362). Do not add friction (Steerable) modifier. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Dexron-Ill Automatic Transmission Drive with Fluid. Stabilitrak@ ) AUTO-TRAK I 1 Fluid (GM Part Automatic No.
Page 481: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record...
Page 482 Maintenance Record cont’d) 6-1 9...
Page 483 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Reading...
Page 484 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ..... Customer Assistance Information .7-2 Courtesy Transportation ........7-8 ..... Customer Satisfaction Procedure .7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States ........Online Owner Center -7-4 ..........Government Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian ..........
Page 485: Customer Assistance Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will give your inquiry prompt attention.
Page 486 Step Three: Both General Motors and your dealer are You may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone committed to making sure you are completely satisfied number or write them at the following address: with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to BBB Auto Line remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
Page 487: Online Owner Center
Customer Assistance Off ices Online Owner Center The Owner Center at MyGMLink is a resource for your GMC encourages customers to call the toll-free number GM ownership needs. You can find your specific for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to vehicle information all in one place.
Page 488: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive This program, available to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to 1-800-263-3777 (English) $1,000 toward aftermarket 1-800-263-7854 (French) driver or passenger 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs))
Page 489: Roadside Assistance Program
Maps include points of interest and a with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted nearest GMC dealer or the following special services: through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
Page 490 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. available to all owner/operators of GMC trucks, GMC reserves the right to make any changes or regardless of vehicle or mileage. discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at anytime without notification.
Page 491: Courtesy Transportation
Plan Ahead When Possible Courtesy Transportation When your vehicle requires warranty service, you GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its should contact your dealer and request an appointment. offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership By scheduling a service appointment and advising...
Page 492 Warranty service can generally be completed while you warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GMC helps you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a minimize your inconvenience by providing several rental vehicle yo6 obtained, at an actual cost, up to a transportation options.
Page 493: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Reporting Safety Defects to the Additional Program Information United States Government Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic...
Page 494: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1 -800-GMC-8782 (1 -800-462-8782), or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172...
Page 495 Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
Page 496 Supplement to the 2003 Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, r’s Manual Passenger Sensing System Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be seriously injured or killed if the right front secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a...
Page 497 The passenger sensing system designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal air bag if: the right front passenger seat is unoccupied Even though the passenger sensing system is the system determines that an infant is present in a designed to turn off the passenger’s frontal air rear-facing infant seat bag if the system detects a rear-facing child...
Page 498 AM-FM Radio ..........3-71 Antenna, Fixed Mast ........3-128 Accessory Power Outlets 3-18 ......... Antenna, XMTM Satellite Radio System ..... 3-128 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-40 Anti-lock Brake System .............. Additional Program Information 7-10 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....3-42 Additives, Fuel ..........
Page 499 Audio Systems (cont.) Before You Drive ........... 3-1 13 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ....... 3-1 22 Bench Seat ............ 1-14 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Bench Seat Split (50/50) ........1-10 ........Systems (RDS) 3-71 ........Bench Seat, Split (60/40) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Body Lubrication Service ........
Page 500 Check Engine Light ......... 3-46 CHECK OIL LEVEL ......... 3-67 California Fuel ..........CHECK WASHER FLUID ......... 3-67 Canada ............Checking Brake Fluid ........5-41 Canadian Owners ..........Checking Coolant ..........5-29 Canadian Roadside Assistance ......Checking Engine oil ........5-18 Capacities and Specifications 5-1 06...
Page 501 Chime Level Adjustment ......... 3-128 Cooling System ..........5-33 Cigarette Lighter ........3-19 Cruise Control ..........3-10 Cleaning Cruise Control Light ........3-49 Inside of Your Vehicle ........5-88 ..........Cupholder(s) 2-57 ..........Outside of Your Vehicle 5-91 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7-12 Underbody Maintenance .......
Page 502 ......Driving with a Trailer ........4-67 Doing Your Own Service Work Dolly Towing ..........4-55 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... 3-24 Dome Lamps ..........3-18 Dual Climate Control System ......3-21 Door ........Care of Your ..3-127 Delayed Locking ..........
Page 503 Engine (cont.) ......Cooling System Inspection 6-14 FabricKarpet ..........5-89 Engine Compartment Overview ...... 5-1 4 Filter ............. 2-40 Exhaust ........Engine Air Cleaner 5-22 ..........Fan Noise 5-38 Finding a PTY Station Oil ............. 5-17 (RDS, XMTM and DAB) ....3-78, 3-89, 3-10...
Page 504 ....... Garage Door Opener 2-53 Bags Frontal .... 1-72 Fuel ............. Gasoline ..5-5 Additives ............Octane ............California Fuel ................... Specifications ..5-6 ..E-85 (85% Ethanol) ........Gate Operator and Canadian Programming 2-55 ....
Page 505 Hood Inspection ............Checking Things Under 5-12 Brake System 6-15 ....5-12 Engine Cooling System ........ Release ........6-14 ........... Horn ..........Exhaust System 6-14 ..........How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Fuel System 6-14 Surge Tank ..........5-35 Part C Periodic Maintenance .......
Page 506 Light (cont.) Malfunction Indicator ........3-46 ....assenger Lamps Status Indicator 3-38 ..................Exterior 3-1 3 Safety Belt Reminder 3-37 ............Interior 3-1 7 Tow/Haul Mode ........... 3-50 .............. Lamps On Reminder 3-14 Traction Off ..... 3-43 ............ Lap Belt .....
Page 507 ..........Making Turns 4-68 Malfunction Indicator Light ........ 3-46 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts 5-1 09 ..Manual Seats ........... Maintenance Schedule Manual Windows ..........2-16 At Each Fuel Fill ......... 6-10 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ..........At Least Once a Month 6-10 Memory Seat ..........
Page 508 Outside (cont.) Heated Mirrors ..........2-50 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-21 Manual Mirrors ..........2-48 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5-1 09 ... Power Foldaway Mirrors ....... 2-49 ..........Power Mirrors 2-48 2-49 Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror ....Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ........
Page 509 ... Passenger Air Bag Indicator 2.44. 2-47 ....Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3-38 ......... QUADRASTEERTM 4-16 ......PASSENGER DOOR AJAR 3-68 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..1-26 ......Passenger Sensing System 1-76 Passing ..........4-1 9. 4-68 Passlock@ ............
Page 510 Removing the Bench Seat ........ 1-17 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and ......Electronic Climate Controls 3-33 Removing the Fiat Tire and Installing the ......Rear Air Conditioning System 3-30 Spare Tire ..........5-78 ............Rear Axle 5-51 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-71 .........
Page 511 Seats (cont.) Roadside ................Assistance Program Bucket Seats. Rear 1-19 ............... Head Restraints Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4-51 ..........Heated Seats ..Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2-40 ............Manual ............. Memory 2-61 ..........
Page 512 ..............Stabilitrak@ System SERVICE AIRBAG 3-63 4-11 ......SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER 3-64 Stabilitrak@ ................ All-Wheel Drive 2-32 SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM 3-63 ..........Service Bulletins 7-1 2 ........STABILITY SYS ACTIVE 3-69 Service Manuals ..........7-1 1 STABILITY SYS DISABLED ......3-69 ......
Page 513 Tires (cont.) When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 5-64 ............ Tachometer 3-37 ....To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2-24 ............Taillamps 5-58 Top of the Instrument Panel ......5-90 ....Temperature and Compass Display 2-42 ............Top Strap 1-53 ........
Page 514 Vehicle (cont.) ........TRANSMISSION HOT 3-67 ............Loading 4-56 ....Transmission Operation, Automatic 2-25 Symbols ............Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Vehicle Identification ..........Repair Manual 7-1 1 ..........Number (VIN) 5-96 Transportation Options ............Service Parts Identification Label 5-96 ........
Page 515 ........... What to Use ......5-28, 5.39. 5-51 Windshield Washer Fluid ............Wheels 5-39 ....Alignment and Tire Balance ......Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6-10 5-66 Replacement ..........5-67 Windshield Wiper ........When to Add Engine Oil ........5-19 Blade Replacement 5-60 Fuses ........

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