Page 1 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Rear Seats ..........1-6 Towing ........... 4-46 Safety Belts ..........1-8 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, How to Use This Manual the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath and the name ESCALADE are registered trademarks and the name Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning EXT is a trademark of General Motors Corporation.
Page 3 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 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Top Strap ............1-38 Power Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-39 Power Lumbar ..........1-3 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Heated Seats ..........1-3 Children (LATCH System) ......1-40 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Head Restraints ..........1-5 LATCH System .........1-42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Horizontal Control: This control adjusts the seat cushion. • Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or Power Seats lowering the forward edge of the control. Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control.
Page 9: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar Heated Seats You can increase or The buttons used to decrease lumbar support control this feature are in an area of the lower located on the front doors. seatback. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work.
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks The low setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat temperature is near body temperature. The medium and high settings heat the seatback and seat Your vehicle’s front seatbacks have a recline feature cushion to a slightly higher temperature. You will be able which is described earlier.
Page 11: Head Restraints
Head Restraints CAUTION: 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. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Rear Seats The front head restraints can also be tilted forward in addition to being slid up or down. To tilt either of the front head restraints do the following: Rear Seat Operation Pull the head restraint toward you until you hear a click. Then let go.
Page 13 CAUTION: 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. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: 3. Grasp the seatback and pull it toward the front of A safety belt that is improperly routed, not the vehicle.
Page 14: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work . When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a it goes.
Page 16 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10...
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11...
Page 18: 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 19 If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from wear safety belts? home, why should I wear safety belts? Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an most of them in the future.
Page 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-30 .
Page 21 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 22 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted 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.
Page 27: 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 seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 28: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 29 Lap-Shoulder Belt If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-27 . All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is Make sure the release button on the buckle is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 30 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 32 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-26...
Page 33: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if 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 34 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 35 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. If the child is sitting in the center position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle.
Page 36: Infants And Young Children
CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 37 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate CAUTION: restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 38 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 39 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle The body structure of a young child is quite safety standards.
Page 40: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 41 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 42 A T-shaped shield has shoulder straps that are How do child restraints work? attached to a ﬂat pad which rests low against the A child restraint system is any device designed for child’s body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position straps that are attached to a wide, shelf-like shield children.
Page 43: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Even though the passenger sensing system is General Motors recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a designed to turn off the passenger’s frontal air rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing bag if the system detects a rear-facing child...
Page 44: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 45: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
Page 46 Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position, because there is no place to anchor the top strap. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) in the center and right side passenger second row seating positions.
Page 47 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a visible metal anchorage point in the seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion. CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 48: 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 Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2.
Page 49 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-43...
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front 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 the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
Page 51 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for rear-facing child is so great, if the air bag deploys.
Page 52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-46...
Page 53 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and the air bag is off, the off indicator will be lit and stay lit in the inside rearview mirror when the key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 54: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems CAUTION: (Continued) This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Frontal air bags for the driver and right front Your vehicle has four air bags – a frontal air bag for the passenger are designed to deploy only in driver, another frontal air bag for the right front moderate to severe frontal and near frontal passenger, a side impact air bag for the driver, and...
Page 55 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: the best protection for adults, but not for Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate young children and infants. Neither the with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, as you system is designed for them.
Page 56: Where Are The Air Bags
Where Are the Air Bags? The right front passernger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-50...
Page 57 The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the driver’s seatback closest to the door. side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-51...
Page 58: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? CAUTION: The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate If something is between an occupant and an only if the impact speed is above the system’s air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it designed “threshold level.”...
Page 59: What Makes An Air Bag Inﬂate
Seat Position Sensors Side impact air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact air bag will Vehicle’s with dual stage air bags are also equipped inﬂate if the crash severity is above the system’s with special sensors which enable the sensing system to designed “threshold level.”...
Page 60: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly the instrument panel.
Page 61 • Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal CAUTION: (Continued) sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate and a more severe frontal impact. Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in sensing and diagnostic module, which records the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe information about the frontal air bag system.
Page 62: 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 63 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, the right front passenger’s frontal air bag if: “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This •...
Page 64 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child because that person is not sitting properly in the seat.
Page 65 Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. CAUTION: You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Adding Equipment to Your Air If the air bag readiness light in the instrument Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-60 for more panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it...
Page 66: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Adding Equipment to Your Air Vehicle Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There air bag system parts in several places around Is there anything I might add to the front or your vehicle.
Page 67: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out whether this will affect my advanced air bag system? Checking Your Restraint Systems Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light safety belts, the air bag sensing and diagnostic and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors...
Page 68: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new CAUTION: parts.
Page 69: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-29 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-29 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Ignition Positions ..........2-30 Starting Your Engine ........2-31 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ....2-32 Door Locks ............2-8 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-32 Power Door Locks ..........2-9...
Page 70 Section 2 Features and Controls Mirrors ............2-43 Storage Areas ..........2-54 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Glove Box ...........2-54 ® OnStar , Compass and Temperature Cupholder(s) ..........2-54 Display ............2-43 Center Console Storage Area ......2-54 Outside Power Mirrors ........2-45 Luggage Carrier ...........2-54 Outside Convex Mirror ........2-46 Rear Storage Area ........2-55 Outside Heated Mirrors ........2-47...
Page 71 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 72 1. This device may not cause interference, and ® 2. This device must accept any interference received, In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Service including interference that may cause undesired See Roadside Service on page 7-5 for more information. operation of the device.
Page 73: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is (Unlock): Pressing this normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the button once will unlock the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer driver’s door. The interior to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: lamps will come on.
Page 74: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement (Panic): When this button is pressed, the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will ﬂash for Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless up to 30 seconds. This can be turned off by pressing the entry transmitter should last about two years.
Page 75 Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter.
Page 76: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To unlock the door from the outside, use the keyless entry system or the key. Door Locks To unlock the door from the inside, slide the manual lever forward. To CAUTION: lock the door, slide the manual lever rearward.
Page 77 Power Door Locks Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch or The power door lock the keyless entry transmitter and a door or the liftgate switches are located on (if equipped) is open, the delayed locking feature the driver’s and front will delay locking the doors until ﬁve seconds after the passenger’s armrests.
Page 78: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door 2. Turn the key to RUN then back to LOCK twice. Then, with the key in LOCK, release the turn Locks signal/multifunction lever. Once you do this, the doors will lock and unlock, the horn will chirp twice, Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock and a 30-second timer will begin.
Page 79: Programmable Unlocking Feature
Programmable Unlocking Feature 2. Turn the key to RUN and LOCK twice. Then, with the key in LOCK, release the turn The following is the list of available programming signal/multifunction lever. Once you do this, the options: doors will lock and unlock, the horn will chirp twice, and a 30-second timer will begin.
Page 80: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To use the locks, do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. With this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. 2. Move the lever forward to engage the rear door security lock.
Page 81 Lockout Protection Midgate This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door CAUTION: is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 82: Midgate Operation
Midgate Operation Your vehicle is equipped with a midgate and a removable rear glass panel. The midgate allows you to extend the length of your vehicle’s cargo area. The following are the main components of the midgate system: A. Latch Levers E.
Page 83 Rear Glass Removal and Storage CAUTION: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the midgate storage pocket.
Page 84 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press the 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it out from glass-catch release button (C) and pull the top of the lower window frame channel. Use the grab the rear glass toward you using the grab handles to assist you in removing the rear glass.
Page 85 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. Push the corner of the rear glass to allow 5. Load the rear glass in the storage pocket in the the lock knob to engage more easily.
Page 86 Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position, the rear glass is securely stored.
Page 87 Be sure to align the rear glass side-to-side using the alignment arrows (G) as shown in the picture. 5. Apply a ﬁrm downward pressure and then push the 4. With the rear glass tilted at an angle, place the rear glass ﬂat against the window frame. Use the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window grab handles at the top of the rear glass to frame.
Page 88 Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket.
Page 89 Rear Glass in Normal Position 3. Lower the midgate until it is ﬂat. 2. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the midgate securely so it does not fall forward. Turn the midgate handle clockwise and pull the midgate toward you. 2-21...
Page 90 Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket Midgate Lowered with Crossbar Attached This procedure works the same as the procedure described previously (with the rear glass installed), but Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket when you lower the midgate with the rear glass in the stored position, you will notice that the entire crossbar (the bar with the release handle) will lower with the midgate.
Page 91 Raising the Midgate Tailgate To return the midgate to its normal position, raise the Use the ignition/door key to unlock/lock the tailgate. midgate up with a ﬁrm swinging motion (this will help to Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling ensure that the midgate closes with enough force to the tailgate toward you.
Page 92: Tailgate Removal
Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance, you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to the vehicle. To remove the tailgate, do the following: 1.
Page 93 Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 94: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Windows The driver’s and front passenger’s window switches have an express-down feature that allows you to lower the window without continuously pressing the switch. Press the top of the window switch down fully to activate the feature. Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly.
Page 95: Sun Visors
Sun Visors Content Theft-Deterrent To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft-deterrent can also swing them out to help block glare at the alarm system. front and side windows. With this system, the Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors security light in the...
Page 96: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm If a locked door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. The The alarm can be tested by following these steps: headlamps and parking lamps will ﬂash for two minutes, and the horn will sound for 30 seconds, then will turn 1.
Page 97: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
® Passlock Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. ® ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock New Vehicle Break-In enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is “break-in.”...
Page 98: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can not turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with With your key in the ignition switch you can turn it to your hand.
Page 99: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or 18°C), do this: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Your engine won’t start in any other position – that’s a ignition key to START and hold it there up to safety feature.
Page 100: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant position of the throttle and brake pedals. This feature is heater. designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals cannot In very cold weather, 0°F move farther away from the standard position, but can ( 18°C) or colder, the...
Page 101: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away 1. Turn off the engine. from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.
Page 102: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle Your vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator is moving forward could damage the transmission. within the instrument panel cluster. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. There are several different positions for your shift lever.
Page 103 Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but with the engine running at high speed may damage lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on the transmission. The repairs would not be hills.
Page 104: Tow/Haul Mode Selector Button
Tow/Haul Mode Selector Button The tow/haul mode also interacts with the Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle. See Road Sensing Suspension on page 4-9 . All-Wheel Drive With this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels when extra traction is needed.
Page 105: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the bottom edge of the lever, located above the parking brake pedal, with the parking To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal brake symbol, to release the parking brake. down with your right foot.
Page 106: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Page 107: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre.
Page 108: Torque Lock
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock vehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle control system. You have to fully apply your regular may put too much force on the parking pawl in the brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the transmission.
Page 109: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 110: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle you ever have to, here are some things to know. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 111: Mirrors
Mirrors Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy to turn the compass/temperature display on or off. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® If the display reads CAL, you will need to calibrate with OnStar , Compass and the compass.
Page 112: Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is lit. If it’s not, press and hold the on/off button for approximately six seconds until the green light comes on, indicating that the mirror is in automatic dimming mode.
Page 113: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration Cleaning the Mirror The compass may need calibration if one of the When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar following occurs: material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause •...
Page 114: Outside Convex Mirror
Power Folding Mirrors Outside Convex Mirror To fold or unfold the mirrors, move the selector switch, Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex located above the mirror control, to the middle mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the position.
Page 115: Outside Heated Mirrors
Outside Heated Mirrors Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist Your vehicle may have this feature. Your vehicle may have this feature. This button is located on the climate control panel. The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of the headlamps behind you.
Page 116: Onstar System
® ® OnStar System OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a speciﬁc duration with each vehicle equipped with ® ® OnStar . You can upgrade or extend your OnStar service plan to meet your needs. Safe and Sound Plan •...
Page 117 ® Luxury and Leisure Plan OnStar Steering Wheel Controls • All Directions and Connections Plan services : If your vehicle is • Personal Concierge equipped with the steering wheel control buttons ® OnStar Personal Calling you can use them ® ®...
Page 118: Homelink Transmitter
® HomeLink Transmitter This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 119 Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired ® ® well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, button.
Page 120: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” Programming or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter motor-head unit.
Page 121: Using Homelink
® ® Using HomeLink Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink on while the signal is being transmitted.
Page 122: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a console compartment between the Glove Box bucket seats. To open it, press the button on the side of the console To open your glove box, pull the lever upward and pull and swing the console lid open.
Page 123: Rear Storage Area
• 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 on crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports.
Page 124: Cargo Cover Panels
Cargo Cover Panels 1. Lower the tailgate. Use the ignition/door key to unlock the tailgate if it is locked. See Tailgate on page 2-23 for more information on the tailgate. CAUTION: Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver.
Page 125 2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right 4. Remove cargo panel 2 in the same way and set it cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each aside. cargo panel, toward you to unlock the cargo panel latches.
Page 126: Cargo Panel Storage System
Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored on either the driver’s or passenger’s side of the cargo box using the storage bag. To store the panels, do the following: 5. Remove cargo panel 1, but notice that there are four latches to release (two left-side and two right-side latches).
Page 127 1. Secure the storage bag Use the following instructions for the proper storage in the cargo storage sequence and location for each panel: area by attaching the four clips on the cargo bag to the tie-down locations on either side of the storage area.
Page 128 3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing away from you. 2-60...
Page 129 4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with 6. Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the latches at the top of the bag and facing toward you. free end of the straps. 5. Zip the bag shut. 2-61...
Page 130: Reinstalling The Cargo Cover Panels
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels You only need to reinstall as many cargo panels as you wish. 1. Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag. You can either leave the bag attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you can store it outside of the vehicle.
Page 131 Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the midgate and then let the back of the panel down 3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the being sure that the pegs align with the receivers. latches (remember that there are two latches on each side for panel 1).
Page 132 4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in place.
Page 133 Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down 7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the being sure that the pegs align with the receivers. left latch, to lock the panel in place.
Page 134: Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo Tie Downs All-Weather Cargo Area Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many different conﬁgurations (cargo panels on or off, midgate up or down, rear glass in or out), allowing the cargo and passenger area to be open to the environment. To allow the vehicle to operate in these conﬁgurations, it is equipped with features to help it resist the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo area.
Page 135: Maintenance And Cleaning
A. Top drain grates B. Removable front drain grate (Midgate drain grate) C. Side rail channels and catch cups D. Front drains E. Water drainage area (around both sides of the cargo box and tailgate side) F. Rear drains G. Cargo ﬂoor H.
Page 136: Top Drain Grates – Removal And Cleaning
Top Drain Grates – Removal and To remove each drain grate, do the following: Cleaning 1. Remove the cargo panels. See Cargo Cover Panels on page 2-56 for more information. The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on 2.
Page 137: Side Rail Channels
Side Rail Channels To replace the drain grate do the following: The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. You may want to ﬂush them out with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them.
Page 138: Midgate Drain Grate Removal And Cleaning
Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning 1. Lower the midgate. See Midgate on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate. The midgate drain grate is located near the base of the 3.
Page 139: Cargo Area Floor Drains
Cargo Area Floor Drains Top-Box Storage Your vehicle also has four cargo-area ﬂoor drains Your vehicle is equipped with top-box storage units located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo on both side of the vehicle. The passenger side top area.
Page 140: Sunroof
Sunroof The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays. 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 141: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization To store the memory settings, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the seatback recliner, lumbar, and side wing area), throttle Memory Seat and brake pedals, both of the outside mirrors, and the radio station presets to your preference. If your vehicle has 2.
Page 142: Easy Exit Seat
The seat, throttle and brake pedals and mirror positions To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or 2, do the can also be recalled when placing the key in the following: ignition if programmed to do so through the Driver 1.
Page 143 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .....3-33 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators .....3-33 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Instrument Panel Cluster ........3-34 Horn .............3-7 Speedometer and Odometer ......3-35 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Tachometer ..........3-35 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Safety Belt Reminder Light ......3-35...
Page 144 Section 3 Instrument Panel Driver Information Center (DIC) .......3-49 DVD Distortion ..........3-99 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-49 Radio Reception .........3-100 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-60 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....3-100 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-101 Audio System(s) ..........3-67 Care of Your CD Changer ......3-101 Setting the Time ...........3-68 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-102...
Page 145 NOTES...
Page 146: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 147 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-32 . K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49 . B. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-15 .
Page 148: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Press the button to make your front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. To turn off the ﬂashers, press the button until the ﬁrst click and release. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in.
Page 149: Horn
Horn Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel The tilt steering 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 enter and exit the vehicle.
Page 150: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn and Lane Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in The turn signal has two upward (for right) and the direction of the two downward (for left) positions. These positions turn or lane change. allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 151 Turn Signal On Chime Flash-to-Pass If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each ﬂash of the signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic also appear in the DIC.
Page 152: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers (Off): To stop the wipers, move the band to off. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades You control the windshield wipers by turning the band before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, with the wiper symbol on it.
Page 153: Cruise Control
Cruise Control (Set): Press this button to set the speed. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about (Off): This position 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot turns the system off. on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips.
Page 154 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, CAUTION: disengages the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. If you leave your cruise control on when you Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you are not using cruise, you might hit a button can move the cruise control switch brieﬂy from on to...
Page 155 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Control • Press in the button at the end of the lever until you There are two ways to go to a higher speed: reach the lower speed you want, then release it. •...
Page 156 Using Cruise Control on Hills • shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N). • ® How well your cruise control will work on hills depends If your vehicle has the Stabilitrak feature, cruise upon your speed, load and the steepness of the control will turn off if road conditions cause ®...
Page 157: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps AUTO: Turn the control to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is light enough outside. (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the following: •...
Page 158: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so switch is in AUTO, your automatic headlamp system will that driving under bridges or bright overhead street turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness lights does not affect the system.
Page 159: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder • the transmission is not in PARK (P), and • the light sensor determines it is daytime. If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. on and your key is out of the ignition.
Page 160: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high-beam headlamps come on. When the high beams go off, the Your vehicle has fog lamps. You can use them for fog lamps will come on again. better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps must turned off.
Page 161: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps (Dome Override): Press this button, located below the exterior lamp control, to turn dome lamps off Instrument Panel Brightness even when a door is opened. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press the button again and it The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the will return to the out position.
Page 162: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Reading Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection This feature shuts off lights such as the dome and If your vehicle has reading reading lights if they are left on for more than 20 minutes lamps, press the button when the ignition is in lock. This will keep your battery located next to the lamp to from running down.
Page 163 The URPA display is located inside the vehicle, CAUTION: near the rear window. It has three color-coded lights used to provide Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist distance and system system, the driver must check carefully before information to the driver. backing up.
Page 164: How The System Works
How the System Works Notice: If you use URPA while the tailgate is lowered, it may not detect an object behind your Unless disabled, the URPA will turn on automatically vehicle, and you might back into the object and when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R). When damage your vehicle.
Page 165: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary from the plug because the power outlets are electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or designed for accessory power plugs only.
Page 166: Analog Clock
Analog Clock Climate Controls To adjust the clock, do the following: Automatic Climate Control System 1. Locate the adjustment button to the lower left corner of the clock. With this system, you can control the heating, 2. Push and hold the adjustment button to spin the cooling and ventilation in your vehicle.
Page 167 Driver’s Side Temperature Knob Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob The driver’s side knob is used to adjust the temperature The passenger’s side knob can be used to change the of the air coming through the system on the driver’s temperature of the air coming through the system side.
Page 168: Automatic Operation
Automatic Operation 2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. To ﬁnd your comfort setting, start with a 74°F (23°C) AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes active the system will control the inside temperature, the for the system to regulate.
Page 169 (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate (Mode): Press this button to manually change the control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, direction of the airﬂow in your vehicle; keep pressing the and will be directed to the ﬂoor. This direction can button until the desired mode appears on the display.
Page 170 When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause amount of outside air entering your vehicle. The light on fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, select the recirculation button will glow.
Page 171: Air Conditioning
Display Air Conditioning If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air mode, the display will change to show you the selected conditioning (A/C) compressor on and off. The air delivery mode.
Page 172 On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation (Air Conditioning Off): On some vehicles, when of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm you turn the air conditioning off, this symbol will appear air to the ﬂoor and cooler air to the instrument on the display.
Page 173: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or If your vehicle has this feature, the lines you see on the frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to rear window warm the glass. The rear window clear the windows of fog or moisture.
Page 174: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment • Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deﬂectors, etc., may affect Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center and on the performance of the heating and air conditioning the side of your instrument panel that allow you to system.
Page 175: 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. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on Warning Lights, Gages, and when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows...
Page 176: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 177: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Safety Belt Reminder Light Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is Your vehicle’s odometer works together with the already buckled.
Page 178: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. If the air bag readiness light stays on after you The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 179 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger air bag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal air bag is enabled (may inﬂate). CAUTION: Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator – United States If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the...
Page 180: Charging System Light
Charging System Light If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing The charging system light system. See your dealer for service. will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not...
Page 181: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. When your engine is not Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible running, but the ignition is problem in the electrical system.
Page 182 CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still United States Canada on after you have pulled off the road and This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for ignition key to RUN.
Page 183: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Light This light and a chime will come on along with the With the anti-lock brake CHECK TIRE PRESSURE system, this light will come message in the DIC on when you start your when one or more of your engine and may stay on for tires is signiﬁcantly...
Page 184: Traction Off Light
Traction Off Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage If you have the ® Stabilitrak system, this light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, the system may require service; have it ﬁxed so it will be there to warn you if the system is turned off.
Page 185: Transmission Temperature Gage
Transmission Temperature Gage See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49 for further information. If the transmission ﬂuid reaches temperatures of approximately 275°F (135°C) or greater, the DIC will display a TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE warning message and a chime will sound. Pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe to do so.
Page 186: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Check Engine Light Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, Your vehicle is equipped transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your with a computer which vehicle or the replacement of the original tires...
Page 187: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. The following may prevent more serious damage to A few driving trips with the cap properly installed your vehicle: should turn the light off.
Page 188: Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Gage Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check...
Page 189: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as The cruise light comes on possible. See DIC Warnings and Messages on whenever you set your page 3-60 .
Page 190: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are some situations you may experience with your 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 191: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) C (Personalization): This button will change personal options available on your vehicle. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel D (Select): This button resets certain functions and cluster above the steering wheel. The DIC can display turns off or acknowledges messages on the DIC.
Page 192: Trip Information Button
Trip Information Button • PERSONAL: AVG MPH — This shows the vehicle’s average speed for the personal trip. Press the trip information button to scroll through the • PERSONAL: % ANNUAL — This shows the ratio of ODOMETER, PERSONAL TRIP ON/OFF, BUSINESS personal trip miles to annual miles as a percent.
Page 193 Annual Log To reset the personal or business trip information, do the following: press and hold the select button for Press the trip information button to scroll to the annual two seconds while in one of the personal or business log.
Page 194: Fuel Information Button
Fuel Information Button Instant Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until INST ECON Use the fuel information button to scroll through the appears in the display. Instant fuel economy is how range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy and many miles per gallon your vehicle is getting at the GM Oil Life System.
Page 195: Personalization Button
Personalization Button The driver’s preferences can be recalled by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter You can program certain features to a preferred setting labeled 1 or 2 or by pressing the appropriate memory for up to two people. Press the personalization button button 1 or 2 located on the driver’s door.
Page 196 Automatic Locking Automatic Unlocking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display. To select your UNLOCKING appears in the display. To select personalization for automatic locking, press the select your personalization for automatic unlocking, press the button while AUTOMATIC LOCKING is displayed on the select button while AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING is DIC.
Page 197: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-10 . If your DIC does not have this feature, you can still This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. program the delayed locking feature.
Page 198: Perimeter Lighting
Perimeter Lighting Remote Lock Feedback Press the personalization button until PERIMETER Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK LIGHTING appears in the display. To select your FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your personalization for perimeter lighting, press the select personalization for the feedback you will receive when button while PERIMETER LIGHTING is displayed on the locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry...
Page 199 Remote Unlock Feedback Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until REMOTE Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select AT EXIT appears in the display. To select your your personalization for the feedback you will receive personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button...
Page 200 Curb View Assist Easy Exit Driver Seat Press the personalization button until CURB VIEW Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT ASSIST appears in the display. To select your DRIVER SEAT appears in the display. To select your personalization for curb view assist, press the select personalization for seat position exit, press the button while CURB VIEW ASSIST is displayed on select button while EASY EXIT DRIVER SEAT is...
Page 201: Select Button
Display Units (ENG/MET) Choose one of the three options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the Press the personalization button until DISPLAY UNITS DIC to select it. appears in the display. To select English or metric, If you accidentally choose a language that you don’t press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is want or understand, press and hold the personalization...
Page 202: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW If low oil pressure levels occur, this message will be Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify displayed on the DIC and a chime will sound. Stop the the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate that some action may be needed by the driver to it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been...
Page 203: Engine Coolant Hot
ENGINE COOLANT HOT BATTERY NOT CHARGING If the cooling system temperature gets hot, this message If the battery is not charging during operation, this will appear in the DIC. Stop the vehicle and let the message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this engine idle in PARK (P) to allow the coolant to reach a problem could drain your battery.
Page 204: Service Brake System
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE RIDE CONTROL If a problem occurs with the brake system, this message If a problem occurs with the suspension system, this will appear on the DIC. If this message appears, stop message will appear on the DIC. If this message as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Page 205: Tighten Fuel Cap
TIGHTEN FUEL CAP Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the transmission ﬂuid is overheating and the If the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly this transmission temperature warning is displayed on message may appear along with the check engine light the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you on the instrument panel.
Page 206: Trans Hot Idle Engine
TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE BUCKLE PASSENGER If the transmission ﬂuid gets hot, this message will This message reminds you to buckle the passenger’s appear on the DIC along with a continuous chime. seatbelt. Driving with the transmission ﬂuid temperature high can This message will come on and a chime will sound cause damage to the vehicle.
Page 207: Passenger Door Ajar
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW If the passenger’s door is not fully closed and the If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this vehicle is in a drive gear, this message will appear on message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs the display and you will hear a chime.
Page 208: Stability Sys Active
STABILITY SYS ACTIVE STABILITY SYS DISABLED You may see the STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message on The STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn on ® the DIC. It means that an advanced computer-controlled when you press the Stabilitrak button, or when the system has come on to help your vehicle continue to stability control has been automatically disabled.
Page 209: Check Tire Pressure
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Audio System(s) If a low tire pressure is detected in any of the vehicle’s Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to tires, this message will appear on the DIC. Press your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile the select button to clear it from the DIC display.
Page 210: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Radio with Cassette and CD Press and hold the HR button until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold the MN button until the correct minute appears on the display. The time may be set with the ignition on or off. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until...
Page 211: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio 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 PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on may broadcast incorrect information that will cause and off.
Page 212: Finding A Station
DISPL (Display): Press this knob to switch the display TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. between the radio station frequency and the time. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to Time display is available with the ignition turned off. the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 213: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations To adjust the bass and treble to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob. The radio will produce The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to one beep and adjust the display level to the middle your favorite stations.
Page 214: Finding A Program Type (Pty) Station
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station REAR: This setting gives the rear seat passengers the best sound quality. (RDS and XM™) SPACIOUS: This setting makes the listening space To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: seem larger. 1.
Page 215: Setting Preset Ptys (Rds Only)
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) SCAN: You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your 1. Turn the P-TYPE knob to activate program type favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. select mode.
Page 216: Radio Messages
INFO (Information): If the current station has a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will message, the information symbol will appear on the stop and TRAF will be displayed. When a traffic display. Press this button to see the message. The announcement comes on the tuned radio station you message may display the artist, song title, call in phone will hear it.
Page 217 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required 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 218 XM™ 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 Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 219: Playing A Cassette Tape
Playing a Cassette Tape 1 PREV (Previous): Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are to work. Press this pushbutton to go to the previous up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 220: Cassette Tape Messages
4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance TAPE DISC: Press this button to play a cassette tape the tape rapidly. Press this pushbutton again to return to or CD when listening to the radio. The inactive tape playing speed. The radio will play while the tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future advances.
Page 221: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play Insert a CD 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 CD should begin playing.
Page 222 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to the 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the current track if it has been playing for more than tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON eight seconds. TRACK and the track number will appear will appear on the display.
Page 223: Cd Messages
CD Messages BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing. The inactive tape or CD If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following will remain safely inside the radio for future listening reasons: TAPE DISC: Press this button to play a cassette tape •...
Page 224: Navigation/Radio System
Listening to a DVD Navigation/Radio System If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle’s speakers.
Page 225: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment System The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. Your vehicle may have the optional Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. The The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with RSE system includes a DVD player, a video display DVDs of the appropriate DVD region code for the...
Page 226 (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a DVD or CD. Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it. Press this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD. (Main DVD Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu.
Page 227: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc Ejecting a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side Press the eject button on the DVD player to eject up into the loading slot. The DVD player will continue the disc. loading the disc and the player will automatically start, if If a disc is ejected from the player, but is not removed, the vehicle ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when...
Page 228: Remote Control
No Disc: This message will be displayed if any of the The video screen contains the infrared transmitters for buttons on the DVD faceplate or remote control are the wireless headphones and the infrared receiver pressed and no disc is present in the DVD player. for the remote control.
Page 229: Remote Control Buttons
Remote Control Buttons (normal, full, or zoom). The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs. (Audio): Press this button to display a menu that will only appear when a DVD is being played. The format and content of this function is dependent on the disc.
Page 230 : Press this button, within 3 seconds after inputting (Camera Angle): This button changes camera a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs. Press angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is this button before inputting the number. playing.
Page 231 Battery Replacement Headphones To change the batteries, do the following: The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones. 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control. Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones 2.
Page 232: Stereo Rca Jacks
Battery Replacement Stereo RCA Jacks To change the batteries, do the following: The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen. The RCA jacks allow you to connect audio and 1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door video from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a located on the left side of the headphone earpiece.
Page 233: Audio Output
How to Change the Video Format when in Audio Output the Auxiliary Mode Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. In heard through the following possible sources: some countries, the video format may be in PAL system. •...
Page 234 The RSE system may be selected as an audio source Problem Recommended Action on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power The disc was ejected, but The disc is being stored in is on. Refer to Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on page 3-94 it was pulled back into the DVD player.
Page 235 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player, If the stop button was Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, low I push Play but pressed one time, the DVD headphone audio cuts batteries, reception range, sometimes the DVD player will resume playing out or buzzes.
Page 236: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Rear Seat Audio Controls This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the audio sources: radio, CDs, or DVDs, depending on your vehicles options. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to.
Page 237: Cd Changer
CD Changer SRC (Source): Press this button to select an audio source: radio, CDs, or DVDs, depending on your vehicles options. SEEK : While listening to FM1, FM2, or AM, press the up or the down arrow to tune to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 238 To load a CD, perform the following steps: To eject a single CD, perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOAD button. Available positions will blink amber. 1. Press the eject button (upward pointing arrow). The buttons with loaded CDs will blink amber. 2.
Page 239: Cd Functions
CD Functions 6 RDM (Random): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ALL All of the CD changer functions are performed by the will appear on the radio display, which will randomly play radio, except for loading and ejecting.
Page 240: Cd Changer Errors
CD Changer Errors If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. CHK CD (Check): If this message appears on the If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be display, it could be for one of the following reasons: corrected, contact your dealer.
Page 241: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls SOURCE : Press this button to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if You can control certain radio functions using the buttons equipped), or a CD. If a CD is loaded the CD symbol on your steering wheel.
Page 242: Radio Reception
Radio Reception Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their especially at night.
Page 243: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
When cleaning the cassette tape player with the After you clean the player, press and hold the eject recommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is button for ﬁve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut The radio will display --- or CLEANED to show the tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as indicator was reset.
Page 244: Care Of Your Cd And Dvd Player
Care of Your CD and DVD Player XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States) The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics Your XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Page 245 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving ..........4-35 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-36 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-37 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Highway Hypnosis ........4-38 Braking ............4-6 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-38 Road Sensing Suspension .......4-9...
Page 246: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and the ﬂoor — makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting Your Vehicle injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save Defensive Driving your life.
Page 247 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces never drive after drinking.
Page 248 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision have a lower relative percentage of body water increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this 0.05 percent or above.
Page 249: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle CAUTION: You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Page 250: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops.
Page 251: Anti-Lock Brake System
Anti-lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on.
Page 252: Braking In Emergencies
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you faster than any driver could. The computer is need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always programmed to make the most of available tire and road decrease stopping distance.
Page 253: Road Sensing Suspension
® Road Sensing Suspension Stabilitrak System ® The Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature provides Your vehicle is equipped with Stabilitrak , which superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of combines antilock brake, traction and stability control passenger and loading conditions. systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions.
Page 254: Traction Control Operation
® The STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message will appear on When the Stabilitrak system has been turned off you the Driver Information Center (DIC) only when the may still hear system noises as a result of the system is both on and activated. You may also feel or brake-traction control coming on.
Page 255 Notice: If you allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin In this state, engine power is not reduced automatically and the driven wheels can spin more freely. This excessively while the traction off, ABS and brake can cause the brake-traction control to activate warning lights and the SERVICE STABILITY constantly.
Page 256: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do their Power Steering work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those If you lose power steering assist because the engine ®...
Page 257: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 258: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, driving.
Page 259 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving out thing, following too closely reduces your area of of the right lane to pass.
Page 260: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Let us review what driving experts say about what If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the happens when the three control systems (brakes, accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction the vehicle to go.
Page 261: Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that is why it is very important that you read this guide. You will Vehicle Off Paved Roads ﬁnd many driving tips and suggestions. These will help make your off-road driving safer and more Many of the same design features that help make enjoyable.
Page 262: Loading Your Vehicle For Off-Road Driving
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving CAUTION: There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward • The heaviest things should be on the load ﬂoor and during a sudden stop.
Page 263: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns • Take extreme care with open ﬁres (where permitted), camp stoves and lanterns. Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying • Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other recreation. However, it also raises environmental combustible materials that could catch ﬁre from concerns.
Page 264: Getting Familiar With Off-Road Driving
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving CAUTION: It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-road driving does require some new and different When you are driving off-road, bouncing and driving skills.
Page 265 Surface Obstacles: Unseen or hidden obstacles can When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut or bump can startle your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, you if you are not prepared for them. Often these even with one or two wheels, you can not control the obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow or even vehicle as well or at all.
Page 266: Driving On Off-Road Hills
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 267: Driving Uphill
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 • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more need to take some special steps. visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 268 • 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 12 o’clock position. about to stall, and I can not make it up This way, you will be able to tell if your wheels are the hill? straight and maneuver as you back down.
Page 269: Driving Downhill
If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a hill and decide I just can not do it. What should low gear.
Page 270 Are there some things I should not do when Am I likely to stall when going downhill? driving down a hill? It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But if Yes! These are important because if you ignore it happens going downhill, here is what to do.
Page 271: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to 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 does not mean you the incline of a hill.
Page 272: Stalling On An Incline
Stalling on an Incline CAUTION: If your vehicle stalls when you are 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 Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll vehicle stopped across an incline is over, you will be right in its path.
Page 273: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose control. When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels will On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you not get good traction.
Page 274: Driving In Water
Driving in Water CAUTION: (Continued) Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. still wash away the ground from under your Find out how deep the water is before you drive through tires, and you could lose traction and roll it.
Page 275: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 276: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 277 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy going through some car washes can cause problems, rain can make it harder to see road signs and too.
Page 278: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.
Page 279: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 280: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the ﬂow.
Page 281: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not Here are some things you can check before a trip: to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are Are all windows clean inside and outside? going slower than you actually are.
Page 282: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads 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 283 • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system CAUTION: and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the • Know how to go down hills. The most important ignition off is dangerous.
Page 284: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 285: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins Most of the time, those places where your tires meet to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand the road probably have good traction.
Page 286: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow. • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats —...
Page 287 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 288: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will For information about using tire chains on your need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to...
Page 289: Using The Recovery Hooks
Using the Recovery Hooks CAUTION: Your vehicle is equipped with recovery hooks. The hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may These hooks, when used, are under a lot of need to use them if you are stuck off-road and need force.
Page 290: Towing
Towing All-Wheel Drive Vehicles All-wheel drive vehicles are not designed to be towed with any of the wheels on the ground. If your vehicle Towing Your Vehicle must be towed, see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-46 . Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
Page 291: Loading Your Vehicle
All-Wheel Drive Vehicles Loading Your Vehicle All-wheel drive vehicles are not designed to be towed It is very important to know how much weight your with any of the wheels on the ground. If your vehicle vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle must be towed, see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-46 .
Page 292 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. Vehicles without a center pillar will have the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s door edge. This label lists the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight it can carry.
Page 293 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of may not safely exceed the available cargo occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 294 Example 1 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1,000 lbs. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1,000 lbs. Example 1 (453 kg) Example 2 (453 kg) Subtract Occupant Weight 300 lbs. Subtract Occupant Weight 750 lbs.
Page 295 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1,000 lbs. Example 3 (453 kg) The Certiﬁcation/Tire label is found on the rear edge Subtract Occupant Weight 1,000 lbs. of the driver’s door. 200 lbs. (91 kg) (453 kg) The label shows the size of your original tires and 0 lbs.
Page 296 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross CAUTION: Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 297: Add-On Equipment
Add-On Equipment CAUTION: When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you Things you put inside your vehicle can strike buy and install the new equipment.
Page 298: Automatic Level Control
Automatic Level Control Truck-Camper Loading Information The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry part of the Road Sensing Suspension. See Road a slide-in type camper. Sensing Suspension on page 4-9 for more information. Notice: Adding a slide-in camper or similar This type of level control is fully automatic and will equipment to your vehicle can damage it, and the...
Page 299: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for CAUTION: important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 300: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • the weight of the trailer, If you do, here are some important points: • the weight of the trailer tongue • There are many different laws, including speed limit •...
Page 301 A light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate that tow/haul mode has been selected. The vehicle will automatically turn off tow/haul every time it is started. Operating the vehicle in tow/haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage. However, there is no beneﬁt to the selection of tow/haul when the vehicle is unloaded.
Page 302: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required How heavy can a trailer safely be? trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment,passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle It depends on how you plan to use your rig.
Page 303: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it,and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 304: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Weight-distributing Hitches and Weight Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch extension Carrying Hitches that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle. This will help reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle.
Page 305: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg) be sure to use a Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get control of the proper size.
Page 306: Following Distance
Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. could cause the trailer to come in contact with the This can help you avoid situations that require vehicle.
Page 307: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Parking on Hills Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift CAUTION: down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. You really should not park your vehicle, with a You can tow in DRIVE (D).
Page 308: Trailer Wiring Harness
When You Are Ready to Leave After Trailer Wiring Harness Parking on a Hill Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and •...
Page 309 Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Taillamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Red: Battery Feed • Dark Blue: Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse may be included with...
Page 310 Four-Wire Harness Adapter This adapter may be included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. Use this adapter to connect a standard four-way round pin connector to the seven-wire harness on your Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up (see arrow).
Page 311 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-35 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-36 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Brakes ............5-38 Vehicle ............5-4 Battery ............5-41 Jump Starting ..........5-42 Fuel ..............5-4 Gasoline Octane ..........5-4 All-Wheel Drive ..........5-48 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5...
Page 312 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tires ..............5-63 Weatherstrips ..........5-105 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure .........5-71 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle .....5-105 Tire Pressure Monitor System ......5-72 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-108 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-74 Finish Damage ...........5-108 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-76 Underbody Maintenance .......5-108 Buying New Tires .........5-76 Chemical Paint Spotting .......5-108...
Page 313: Service
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to will want to use the proper service manual. It tells be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer you much more about how to service your vehicle than for all your service needs.
Page 314: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Fuel CAUTION: (Continued) Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” Gasoline Octane fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of break or fall off.
Page 315: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission which were developed by automobile manufacturers Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Charter which is available from the Alliance of speciﬁcations.
Page 316: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake If you plan on driving in another country outside the valves clean. If your vehicle experiences problems United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of to ﬁnd.
Page 317 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Keep sparks, ﬂames and smoking materials If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by unattended when refueling your vehicle — this shutting off the pump or by notifying the is against the law in some places.
Page 318: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from Things that burn can get on hot engine parts the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and start a ﬁre.
Page 319: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 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 320: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 6000 H.O. V8 engine you will see the following: 5-10...
Page 321: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Engine Oil Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16 . If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the B. Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on instrument cluster, it means you need to check page 5-28 and Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap your engine oil level right away.
Page 322: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 323: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-13...
Page 324: Engine Oil Additives
• Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting SAE 5W-30 GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F starburst symbol.
Page 325: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message (GM Oil Life System) The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know your engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Anytime when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter.
Page 326: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be See Engine Compartment unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Overview on page 5-10 for Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean location of engine air your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good cleaner/ﬁlter and air ﬁlter...
Page 327: How To Inspect
How to Inspect Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter and Resetting the Air Filter Restriction Vehicles with an Air Filter Restriction Indicator Indicator Locate the air ﬁlter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter cover. When the indicator turns black or is in the red/orange “change”...
Page 328 CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 329: 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 department. A good time to check your automatic transmission ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 330 • To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F lever through each gear range, pausing for about (82°C to 93°C). three seconds in each range.
Page 331: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 . Add ﬂuid only after checking the transmission ﬂuid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 332: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with • Give freezing protection down to 34°F ( 37°C). ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed •...
Page 333: What To Use
What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and The repair cost would not be covered by your ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damage warranty.
Page 334: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the passenger’s side of the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam vehicle. and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 335: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank , but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 336: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-42 . In addition, you will ﬁnd an ENGINE COOLANT HOT, ENGINE OVERHEATED and a REDUCED ENGINE POWER message in the DIC on the instrument panel.
Page 337: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your CAUTION: (Continued) Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant condition, everyone away from the vehicle until it cools can indicate a serious problem. down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or If you get an engine overheat, but see or hear no coolant before you open the hood.
Page 338: Cooling System
Cooling System If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what normally.
Page 339 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 340: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant CAUTION: (Continued) Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible cooling system, including the radiator pressure but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL cap, is hot.
Page 341 Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. CAUTION: Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or CAUTION: some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 342 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap remove it. when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 343 3. Then ﬁll the coolant surge tank with the proper 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start 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 344: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 345: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 346: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 . Locate the cap with this Always use the proper ﬂuid.
Page 347: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow Your vehicle has a low washer ﬂuid message that the manufacturer’s instructions for adding comes on when the washer ﬂuid is low. The message is water. displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition •...
Page 348: Brakes
Brakes CAUTION: Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 If you have too much brake ﬂuid, it can spill on brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on the engine. The ﬂuid will burn if the engine is page 5-10 for the location of the reservoir.
Page 349: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid What to Add You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 .
Page 350: Brake Wear
Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake CAUTION: system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your The brake wear warning sound means that brake system can damage brake system soon your brakes will not work well.
Page 351: Battery
Brake Pedal Travel For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in braking performance you have come to expect can pedal travel.
Page 352: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days If your battery has run down, you may want to use or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the battery.
Page 353 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug damage to your vehicle that would not be covered unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette by your warranty. lighter or accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
Page 354 The remote negative ( ) terminal is located on CAUTION: the engine accessory drive bracket and is marked GND. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if you need more light.
Page 355 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or 6. Connect the red missing insulation. If they do, you could get a positive (+) cable to the shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Before you connect the cables, here are some Use a remote basic things you should know.
Page 356 8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end negative ( ) cable to of the negative ( ) the negative ( ) cable at least 18 inches terminal of the good (45 cm) away from battery. Use a remote the dead battery, but negative ( ) terminal not near engine...
Page 357 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and the following: damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the covered by your warranty.
Page 358: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. Transfer Case If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case ﬂuid to raise the level to the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole.
Page 359: Rear Axle
Rear Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check Lubricant The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the ﬁller plug It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid hole.
Page 360: Front Axle
Front Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check and Change Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant. It is not necessary to regularly check front axle ﬂuid When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an...
Page 361: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming Notice: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft.
Page 362: Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
Headlamp Horizontal Aiming The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (H) vertical aim.
Page 363: Headlamp Vertical Aiming
Headlamp Vertical Aiming 3. At the wall or other ﬂat surface, measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performed the vehicle. before making any adjustments to the vertical aim.
Page 364 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (V) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.
Page 365: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-62 for the proper type of bulbs to use. CAUTION: For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. High Intensity Discharge (HID) You or others could be injured.
Page 366: Headlamps
Headlamps 1. Open the hood of the vehicle. 2. Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiator cover and pull the fasteners out. 3. Lift off the radiator cover. A. Low-Beam Headlamp (HID) B. Daytime Running Lamp C. Sidemarker Lamp D.
Page 367 4. Pull the top left or right corner of the grill out so the 5. Remove the horizontal pin from the headlamp clips release. This will give you the needed assembly by lifting the end of the pin upward clearance for removing the headlamp assembly. until it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 368 9. Remove the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap of the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. 10. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and 6. Remove the vertical pin from the headlamp remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp assembly by turning the end of the pin away from assembly.
Page 369 11. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb. 12. Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb, using care not to touch the bulb with your hands, ﬁngers or anything damp or oily. 13. Place the connector with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight.
Page 370: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as described previously. Daytime Running Lamps 2. Remove the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap for the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. 3. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly.
Page 371: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
Center High-Mounted 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp Stoplamp (CHMSL) assembly. It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit by your dealer. Taillamps A. Stop Lamp/Tail Lamp B. Turn Signal Lamp/Tail Lamp C. Back-Up Lamp 3.
Page 372: Replacement Bulbs
Windshield Wiper Blade 6. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into Replacement the taillamp housing until it clicks. 7. Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least screws.
Page 373: Tires
see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction.
Page 374: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. P-Metric Tire 5-64...
Page 375 (A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combination (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identiﬁcation tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and Number (TIN).
Page 376 (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC speciﬁcation...
Page 377: Tire Size
(F) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States plies in the sidewall and under the tread. version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S.
Page 378: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter “B” means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches.
Page 379 Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure.
Page 380 Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical Traction: The friction between the tire and the road tire that has a particular side that faces outward surface. The amount of grip provided. when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears with the road.
Page 381: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The tire and loading information label, shows the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. “Cold”...
Page 382: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor System You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tire information placard. The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. If Driving on a signiﬁcantly under-inﬂated tire causes the your vehicle has this feature, sensors are mounted tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 383 TPM Sensor Identiﬁcation Codes 3. Turn the exterior lamp switch from “Off” to “On” four times within 3 seconds. A double horn chirp Each TPM sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. Any will sound and the TPM low tire warning light time you rotate your vehicle’s tires or replace one or will begin to ﬂash.
Page 384: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Federal Communications Commission and 6. Proceed to the right (passenger’s side) front tire, and repeat the procedure in step 5. Industry and Science Canada 7. Proceed to the right (passenger’s side) rear tire, The TPM system operates on a radio frequency subject and repeat the procedure in step 5.
Page 385 page 4-47 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-71 , Make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, for more information. Make certain that all wheel use the ratchet/wheel wrench to tighten the cable.
Page 386: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires • The tire has a bump, bulge or split. • The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or time for new tires is to location of the damage.
Page 387 When ever you replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same CAUTION: (Continued) size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. Your vehicle may be equipped with a different If you replace your vehicle’s tires with those not having a size spare than the road tires (those originally TPC Spec number, the tire pressure monitoring...
Page 388: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 389: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 390: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
Page 391: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is Don’t use tire chains. There’s not enough dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle or how far it’s been driven. It could fail without the proper amount of clearance can suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 392: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 393: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your 5. Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear hazard warning ﬂashers. of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 394: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack and wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat. To remove the jack and wheel blocks, do the following: Rear Seat (Passenger Side) Jack Cover A. Wheel Blocks E.
Page 395 2. Release the jack (E) from the mounting bracket (G) by turning the knob (B) on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head (F) from the mounting bracket. 3. Remove the wheel blocks (A) attached to the jack (E) by turning the wing nut (C) counterclockwise.
Page 396 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. If your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock (J), open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two jack handle extensions (I) as shown.
Page 397 3. Insert the hoist end 4. Turn the wheel wrench (H) counterclockwise to (open end) (F) of the lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to extension through turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be the hole (G) in the rear pulled out from under the vehicle.
Page 398 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing 6. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the the Spare Tire retainer (D) at the end of the cable so it Use the following pictures and instructions to remove can be pulled up the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle.
Page 399 1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen gently prying the cap out. the wheel nuts.
Page 400 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Jack Positions (overall view) CAUTION: These locations front (A) and rear (B) are the general area of jack placement.
Page 401 Rear Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, you’ll need to use the jack handle (C) and both jack handle extensions (D). Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions. Attach the jack handle to the jack.
Page 402 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the CAUTION: ﬂat tire. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 403 6. After mounting the spare, put the wheel CAUTION: nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened Tighten each wheel nut wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose by hand.
Page 404: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire, Jack And Tools
Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Storing a Flat or Spare Tire, Jack and to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid Tools expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation.
Page 405 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and toward the rear of the vehicle. 2. Tilt the retainer (D) downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel.
Page 406 4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 3. Attach the wheel wrench (H) and extensions (I) together. 5. Raise the tire partway upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6.
Page 407 To store the jack and tools, do the following: 1. Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the Top-Box storage area. 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and bottle jack together with the wing nut by reversing Step 2 under “Removing the Spare Tire and Tools”...
Page 408: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’s designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down.
Page 409 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wrench 6. Stand the wheel blocks counterclockwise three or four turns. on their shortest ends, with the backs 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the facing each other. spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 of “Removing the Spare Tire and Tools”...
Page 410 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 9.
Page 411 11. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench 13. Tilt the retainer at the counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the end of the cable and spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by pull it through the the cable.
Page 412: Spare Tire
Spare Tire Appearance Care Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inﬂated spare tire. Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a inﬂation pressure regularly.
Page 413: Cleaning Vinyl
• Do not use any of these unless this manual says you Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.
Page 414: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Cleaning the Speaker Covers Panel Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Clean spots with just water Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces and mild soap.
Page 415: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. CAUTION: Washing Your Vehicle Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is may severely weaken them.
Page 416: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 417: Cleaning The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Windshield and Wiper Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Blades Wheels If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield Your vehicle will have either aluminum or chrome-plated washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wheels. wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with windshield.
Page 418: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on your vehicle may damage the paint underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan and ﬁnish and/or tires.
Page 419: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Description Usage the following products. Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials surface contamination. Description Usage Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish.
Page 420: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You’ll ﬁnd this label located in the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 421: 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 422: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index Fuses Usage ﬁnger and pull straight out.
Page 423 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Four-Wheel Drive System Left Turn Signals and LT TRN Sidemarkers HTR A/C Climate Control System Vehicle Stoplamps, Brake Power Door Lock Relay LOCK VEH STOP Module, Electronic Throttle (Lock Function) Control Module Inside Rearview Mirror, Climate HVAC 1 Body Harness Connector...
Page 424: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Device Usage Special Equipment Option The center instrument panel utility block is located TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. UPFIT Upﬁtter (Not Used) Ride Control Harness SL RIDE Connection HDLR 2...
Page 425 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 426 5-116...
Page 427 *1 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2. Fuses Usage *2 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #1. Anti-Lock Brakes *3 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. VSES/ECAS Vehicle Stability *4 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. IGN A Ignition Power *5 —...
Page 428 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage SEO B2 Off-Road Lamps Powertrain Control Module, PCM B Fuel Pump Vent Solenoid Canister/Quadrasteer Module F/PMP Fuel Pump (Relay) Power Oxygen Sensors RR HVAC Rear Climate Control Back-up Lamps, Automatic Auxiliary Power B/U LP Transmission Shift Lock Control AUX PWR Outlet - Console System...
Page 429 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Left Hand High Intensity CRANK Starting System LH HID Discharge Lamps LO HDLP - RT Headlamp Low Beam - Right Daytime Running Lamps FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver IPC/DIC FOG LP Fog Lamps Information Center HORN Horn Relay...
Page 430: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 . All capacities are approximate. Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC™ 6000 H.O. V8 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) Capacities and Speciﬁcations Capacities Application English Metric Cooling System 16.0 quarts...
Page 431 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 432: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and necessary to keep your vehicle in good working change as recommended.
Page 433: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Using Your Maintenance Schedule • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . We at General Motors want to help you keep your The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know should be performed when indicated.
Page 434: Scheduled Maintenance
If you want to get service information, see Service Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11 . technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good...
Page 435 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-11 . An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter or change indicator (if equipped).
Page 436: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500)
Page 437 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) Inspect evaporative control system. An Emission Control Service. See footnotes † and (g). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires.
Page 438: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a California Air Resources Board has determined that the pressure test of the cooling system and pressure failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify...
Page 439: Owner Checks And Services
(g) Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines and Owner Checks and Services hoses for proper hook-up, routing and condition. Check that the purge valve works properly (if equipped). These owner checks and services should be performed Replace as needed. at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your (h) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the...
Page 440: At Least Once A Month
Engine Coolant Level Check At Least Once a Year Check the engine coolant level and add Starter Switch Check ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-22 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check CAUTION: Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary.
Page 441: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but do not start the engine. Without Control System Check applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM CAUTION: Goodwrench dealer for service.
Page 442: Underbody Flushing Service
Parking Brake and Automatic Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With CAUTION: the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from...
Page 443: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Windshield ® GM Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer Solvent Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part GM Power Steering Fluid number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in dealer.
Page 444 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® DEXRON -III Automatic Outer Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Transfer Case Transmission Fluid. Handle Pivot (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Points Canada 10953474). Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant Front Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Dielectric Silicone Grease Weatherstrip Propshaft...
Page 445: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. ® Part GM Part No. ACDelco Part No. Oil Filter 25010633 PF44 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25313349 A1518C Spark Plugs 12571164 41-985 Fuel Filter 25121792...
Page 446: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 447 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 448 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 449 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Telephone (TTY) Users ........7-4 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 450: Customer Assistance And Information
Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to 1-800-263-7854 (French). your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order with the sales transaction or the operation of your to give your inquiry prompt attention.
Page 451: Online Owner Center
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are This program is available in all 50 states and the District committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain mileage and other factors.
Page 452: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or Canada – Customer Assistance speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622).
Page 453: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Roadside Service with Disabilities Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac This program, available to advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer qualiﬁed applicants, can...
Page 454: Cadillac Owner Privileges
Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada within a 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating 1-888-889-2438 – daily, 24 hours. Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership.
Page 455: Courtesy Transportation
Cadillac has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership...
Page 456: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Records
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Please contact you dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair.
Page 457 • Some information may be stored during regular in response to an official request of police or similar operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; government office, other information is stored only in a crash or near crash • as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the event by computer systems commonly called event discovery process, or data recorders (EDR).
Page 458: Reporting Safety Defects
Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Cadillac Customer Assistance Center the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 NHTSA, U.S.
Page 459: Service Bulletins
Service Publications Ordering Service Bulletins Information Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars Service Manuals and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General...
Page 460: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Current and Past Model Order Forms ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Service Publications are available for current and Eastern Time past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
Page 461 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ......... 5-16 Air Conditioning ..........3-29 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-23 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ..7-8 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-37 All-Wheel Drive ..........5-48 Additional Program Information ......7-8 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ......2-36 Additives, Fuel ..........
Page 462 Audio System(s) ..........3-67 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...... 3-99 Backing Up ............ 4-62 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....3-100 Battery ............5-41 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-102 BATTERY NOT CHARGING ......3-61 Care of Your CD Changer ......3-101 Battery Replacement .........
Page 463 Center Console Storage Area ......2-54 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ... 5-61 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....5-114 Chains, Tires ..........5-81 Cadillac Owner Privileges™ ....... 7-6 CHANGE ENGINE OIL ........3-60 California Fuel ..........5-5 Charging System Light ........3-38 Canada –...
Page 464 Child Restraints Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ....5-104 Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-34 Cleaning Leather ........... 5-103 Infants and Young Children ......1-30 Cleaning the Mirror ......... 2-45 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Cleaning the Speaker Covers ......5-104 Children (LATCH System) ......
Page 465: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Assistance Information Door Courtesy Transportation ........7-7 Delayed Locking ........... 2-9 Customer Assistance for Text Locks ............2-8 Telephone (TTY) Users ....... 7-4 Power Door Locks ......... 2-9 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..... 2-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .....
Page 466 Driving On Grades .......... 4-63 Engine Driving on Off-Road Hills ......... 4-22 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-16 Driving on Snow or Ice ........4-41 Battery ............5-41 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ....4-34 Check and Service Engine Soon Light .... 3-44 Driving Through Flowing Water ......
Page 467 Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Filter Low Warning Light ........3-48 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-16 Fuel Information Button ........3-52 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station FUEL LEVEL LOW ......... 3-62 (RDS and XM™) ......... 3-72 Fuses Finding a Station ..........3-70 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......
Page 468 How to Add Fluid ..........5-21 How to Check ........5-19, 5-71 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 How to Check Lubricant ........5-49 Head Restraints ..........1-5 How to Check Power Steering Fluid ....5-36 Headlamp How to Inspect ..........5-17 Aiming ............
Page 469 Light (cont.) Charging System ......... 3-38 Jump Starting ..........5-42 Cruise Control ..........3-47 Low Fuel Warning ........3-48 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ....3-41 Malfunction Indicator ........3-44 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator ....3-36 KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW ......3-65 Safety Belt Reminder ........
Page 470 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-60 Maintenance and Cleaning ....... 2-67 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Maintenance Schedule Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Additional Required Services ......6-6 Islands) – Customer Assistance ....... 7-4 At Each Fuel Fill ........... 6-9 Midgate ............
Page 471 Overseas – Customer Assistance ......7-4 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Odometer ............3-35 Owners, Canadian ..........ii Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-14 Owner’s Information ........7-11 Engine ............5-11 Pressure Gage ..........3-46 OIL LIFE RESET ..........3-60 Park Aid ............3-20 OIL PRESSURE LOW ........
Page 472 Power Radios (cont.) Accessory Outlets ........3-23 Navigation/Radio System ......3-82 Door Locks ..........2-9 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-68 Electrical System ........5-111 Rear Seat Audio .......... 3-94 Lumbar Controls ........... 1-3 Setting the Time .......... 3-68 Seat ............
Page 473 Remote Control ..........3-86 Roadside Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Service ............7-5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ..... 2-5 Roadside Service Availability ......7-6 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Spare Tire ..........
Page 474 Seats SERVICE STABILITY ........3-66 Head Restraints ..........1-5 SERVICE TIRE MONITOR ....... 3-67 Heated Seats ..........1-3 Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) ....... 3-73 Memory ............. 2-73 Setting Preset Stations ........3-71 Power Lumbar ..........1-3 Setting the Time ..........3-68 Power Seats ..........
Page 475 Storage Areas TIGHTEN FUEL CAP ........3-63 All-Weather Cargo Area ........ 2-66 Tilt Wheel ............3-7 Center Console Storage Area ......2-54 Tire Sidewall Labeling ........5-64 Cupholder(s) ..........2-54 Tire Size ............5-67 Glove Box ..........2-54 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ......5-68 Luggage Carrier ..........
Page 476 Towing Transmission Operation, Automatic ....2-34 Recreational Vehicle ........4-46 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Towing a Trailer .......... 4-55 Repair Manual ..........7-11 Your Vehicle ..........4-46 Transportation Options ........7-7 Traction Traveling to Remote Areas ....... 4-19 Off Light ............. 3-42 Trip Information Button ........
Page 477 Vehicle Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-33 Control ............4-5 Warnings Damage Warnings ........... iv DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-60 Loading ............4-47 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-6 Symbols ............iv Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Safety and Symbols .........
Page 478 When to Add Engine Oil ........5-12 Windshield Wiper When to Change Engine Oil Blade Replacement ........5-62 (GM Oil Life System) ........5-15 Fuses ............5-111 When to Check ..........5-71 Windshield Wipers .......... 3-10 When to Check and Change ......5-19 Winter Driving ..........

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Cadillac ESCALADE EXT 2004 Owner's Manual

Section 2 Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink Transmitter

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Vehicle Personalization

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Quick Links

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