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GMC 2013 Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner's Manual

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  • Page 31: Table Of Contents

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-15 Keys Folding Mirrors .

  • Page 32: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance See Battery Replacement later Program (U.S. and Canada) on in this section. page 13 11. If the transmitter is still not With an active OnStar subscription, working correctly, see your an OnStar Advisor may remotely dealer or a qualified technician...
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows five seconds. See Vehicle taillamps flash and a chime sounds Personalization on page 5 40 for to indicate when the liftgate is additional information. opening or closing. (Vehicle Locator/Panic Pressing may arm the content Alarm): Press and release to theft-deterrent system.

  • Page 34: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows remaining transmitters must also be 3. Insert the new battery, positive reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen side facing down. Replace with a transmitters will no longer work CR2032 or equivalent battery. once the new transmitter is 4.
  • Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the remote start When the vehicle starts, the parking If the vehicle is left running it feature, the RKE transmitter range lamps will turn on and remain on as automatically shuts off after may be less while the vehicle is long as the engine is running.

  • Page 36: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows A maximum of two remote starts or Conditions in Which the WARNING (Continued) remote start attempts are allowed Remote Start Will Not Work between ignition cycles. crash is increased if the The vehicle cannot be started using After the vehicle's engine has been doors are not locked.

  • Page 37: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Vehicles with an automatic lock/ (Lock): Press to lock the doors. unlock feature enable you to program the vehicle's power door Delayed Locking locks. This feature can be programmed through the Driver When locking the doors with the Information Center (DIC).

  • Page 38: Safety Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Safety Locks Open the rear doors to access the Doors security locks on the inside edge of The vehicle has rear door security each door. Liftgate locks to prevent passengers from To set the locks, insert a key into opening the rear doors from the the slot and turn it to the horizontal inside.
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows (RKE) transmitter twice. See The power liftgate can be power WARNING (Continued) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) opened and closed in the System Operation on page 2 2. following ways: Adjust the climate control To open the liftgate, press the touch system to a setting that Press and hold on the...
  • Page 40 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows continue to completion. If the If more obstacles are encountered vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and on the same power cycle, the power accelerated before the power liftgate function deactivates, and the liftgate latch closes, the liftgate may must be opened or closed manually.

  • Page 41: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Manual Operation of Power To open the liftgate, press the touch Vehicle Security pad on the outside of the liftgate Liftgate This vehicle has theft-deterrent handle and lift up. Use the pull features; however, they do not make handle to lower and close the the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 42 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light flashes. horn chirps and the lights flash. Testing the Alarm If the key is not placed in the When the door is closed, the To test the alarm: ignition and turned to START or the security light stops flashing and 1.

  • Page 43: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer The security light comes on if there service the PASS-Key III+ to have a is a problem with arming or new key made. In an emergency, See Radio Frequency Statement on disarming the theft-deterrent contact Roadside Assistance.

  • Page 44: Exterior Mirrors

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program the new additional key: If the PASS-Key III+ key is lost or Exterior Mirrors damaged, see your dealer or a 1. Verify that the new key has a locksmith to have a new key made. Convex Mirrors stamped on it.

  • Page 45: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors For vehicles with manual folding mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return to its original position. For vehicles with power folding mirrors: Uplevel Model To adjust the mirrors: Base Model 1.

  • Page 46: Heated Mirrors

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Resetting the Power Folding Automatic Dimming Driving with the Blind Spot Mirrors Mirror Mirror Reset the power folding mirrors if: If the vehicle has the automatic The mirrors are accidentally dimming mirror, the driver outside obstructed while folding.

  • Page 47: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 1. When the approaching vehicle is vehicle. Check the blind spot Interior Mirrors a long distance away, the image mirror for a vehicle in the blind in the main mirror is small and zone. Then, glance over your Manual Rearview Mirror near the inboard edge of the shoulder to double check before...

  • Page 48: Windows

    2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Dimming Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy Rearview Mirror performance. This may result in a WARNING pulsing sound when either rear The vehicle may have an automatic window is down and the front dimming inside rearview mirror.
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the window switch until the window Windows is fully open. A window with the express-up/down 3. Pull up and hold the window feature allows it to be raised or switch to close the window.

  • Page 50: Sun Visors

    2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Window Lockout Sun Visors Roof Pull the sun visor down or unhook it Sunroof and move it to the side to reduce glare. The ignition must be in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Visor Vanity Mirror Accessory Power (RAP) must be Lift the cover to use the mirror and active to operate the sunroof and...
  • Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Manual Sunshade Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This The front sunshade must be opened could cause an issue with sunroof and closed manually. To open the operation or noise. It could also plug sunshade, press the button on the the water drainage system.
  • Page 52 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
  • Page 115 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-14 Vehicle Messages Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages ... 5-31 Controls Indicator ....5-14 Battery Voltage and Charging Charging System Light .

  • Page 116: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Vehicle Personalization ..5-40 Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Controls Universal Remote System . . . 5-48 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming .

  • Page 117: Horn

    Instruments and Controls To select tracks on an iPod or USB equipped vehicles, DVD, front 2. To stop the SCAN function, device: auxiliary, rear auxiliary, Pandora, press again. Stitcher, and iPod/USB. Press and hold while 3. In CD/DVD, iPod, or AUX USB, For vehicles with an uplevel radio, listening to a song listed in the press and hold to quickly move...

  • Page 118: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/ Washer FRONT (Washer Fluid): Press the button at the end of the lever, to The rear wiper and rear wash button spray washer fluid on the is located on the instrument panel windshield.

  • Page 119: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Compass give false readings. The compass must be set to the variance zone in Your vehicle may have a compass which the vehicle is traveling. in the Driver Information Center To adjust for compass variance, use (DIC). See Driver Information the following procedure: Center (DIC) on page 5 22 for more information about the DIC.

  • Page 120: Clock

    Instruments and Controls 5. If calibration is necessary, note pad holder, or any other 4. The DIC will display calibrate the compass. See magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN Compass Calibration move the magnetic item, then turn CIRCLES.

  • Page 121: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Press Settings on the Home Page, Power Outlets equipment when not in use and then press the Set Time or Set Date do not plug in equipment that The vehicle has 12-volt outlets that settings screen button to display the exceeds the maximum 20 ampere can be used to plug in electrical different options for setting the time...
  • Page 122 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 120 Volt The indicator light does not come on The power outlet is not designed for when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or and may not work properly, if the Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated following are plugged in: The vehicle may have a power into the outlet.

  • Page 123: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while Gauges, and driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, Indicators check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Warning lights and gauges can Waiting to do repairs can be costly signal that something is wrong...

  • Page 124: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...

  • Page 125: Odometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left The speedometer shows the in the tank. vehicle's speed in either kilometers An arrow in the fuel gauge indicates per hour (km/h) or miles per the side of the vehicle the fuel door hour (mph).

  • Page 126: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-12 Instruments and Controls gauge may have indicated the See Engine Overheating on tank was half full, but it actually page 10 16 for more information. took a little more or less than Voltmeter Gauge half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.

  • Page 127: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 This is normal. Readings between Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt the low and high warning zones Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder indicate the normal operating range. There is a passenger safety belt Light Readings in the low warning zone reminder light near the passenger may occur when a large number of There is a driver safety belt...

  • Page 128: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-14 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status warning light and chime may turn on for several seconds when the Indicator if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started.

  • Page 129: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 as a system check. If you use a check to show the light is working. WARNING remote start, if equipped, to start the It should go out when the engine is vehicle, you may not see the system started.
  • Page 130 5-16 Instruments and Controls are at acceptable levels, helping to assists the service technician in Maintenance test. See maintain a clean environment. The correctly diagnosing any malfunction indicator lamp comes malfunction. on when the vehicle is placed in If the vehicle is This light comes on during a ON/RUN, as a check to show it is continually driven with this light...
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-17 follow the previous steps and see stalling when the vehicle is emission system test equipment will your dealer for service as soon as changed into gear, misfiring, likely connect to the vehicle's Data possible. hesitation on acceleration, Link Connector (DLC).

  • Page 132: Brake System Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls systems have not been If the warning light comes on, there If the light comes on while driving, completely diagnosed. The is a brake problem. Have the brake pull off the road and stop carefully. vehicle would be considered not system inspected right away.

  • Page 133: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 ® Antilock Brake System there are no antilock brakes and StabiliTrak Indicator there is a problem with the regular (ABS) Warning Light Light brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 18. Tow/Haul Mode Light The ABS warning light comes on This light comes on briefly while briefly when the ignition key is...

  • Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-20 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady Temperature Warning If the light flashes for about a minute Light and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle.

  • Page 135: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 The security light should come on High-Beam On Light briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

  • Page 136: Cruise Control Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls The light goes out when the fog Information Displays The outside air temperature and lamps are turned off. See Fog compass, if equipped, also display Lamps on page 6 4 for more on the DIC when viewing the trip Driver Information information.
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-23 DIC Buttons on vehicles with this feature, and When the remaining oil life is low, compass calibration and zone the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON setting on vehicles with this feature. message will appear on the display. See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON (Trip/Fuel): Press this button under Engine Oil Messages on...
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls 5-25 information button again until the Blank Display time. Pressing the trip odometer DIC displays REAR TIRES kPa reset stem will also display the trip This display shows no information. (PSI) LEFT ## RIGHT ##. odometers. Trip/Fuel Menu Items If a low tire pressure condition is Each trip odometer can be reset to detected by the system while...
  • Page 140 5-26 Instruments and Controls again, and then the retroactive reset making frequent stops, this display To start the timer, press the set/ feature is activated, the display will may read one number, but if the reset button while TIMER is show 8 km (5 mi).

  • Page 141: Head-Up Display (Hud)

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 the fuel used information, press and The language of the HUD WARNING (Continued) hold the set/reset button while FUEL information displayed can be USED is displayed. changed and the speedometer things you need to see when it is reading can be shown in either AVG (Average) SPEED dark outside.
  • Page 142 5-28 Instruments and Controls The HUD information appears as an If you try to use the HUD image focused out toward the front image as a parking aid, you may of the vehicle. misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use When the ignition key is turned to the HUD image as a parking aid.
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Brightness: Turn the knob on the HUD control clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the display. (Up) or (Down): Press the up or down arrows to center the HUD Metric Metric image in your view. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, Format One: This display gives the Format Two: This display includes...
  • Page 144 5-30 Instruments and Controls The HUD image can temporarily If You Cannot See the HUD light up depending on the angle and Image When the Ignition Is On position of the sunlight on the HUD Is anything covering the display. This is normal and will HUD lens? change when the angle of the sunlight on the HUD display...

  • Page 145: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 Vehicle Messages The following are the possible SERVICE BATTERY messages that can be displayed CHARGING SYSTEM Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. On some vehicles, this message to notify the driver that the status of displays if there is a problem with the vehicle has changed and that Battery Voltage and...

  • Page 146: Cruise Control Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls when you begin driving, the brake HOOD OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN system needs service as soon as On some models, this message This message displays and a chime possible. See your dealer. displays and a chime sounds if the sounds if the passenger door is not hood is not fully closed.

  • Page 147: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 Engine Cooling System occur. If an overheat warning the engine speed above normal appears on the instrument cluster idling speed. See Messages and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase more information. ENGINE HOT A/C (Air the engine speed above normal Conditioning) OFF...

  • Page 148: Engine Power Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls See Oil Life under Driver This message displays when the accelerate. If this message is on, Information Center (DIC) on vehicle's engine oil pressure is low. but there is no reduction in page 5 22 and Engine Oil Life The oil pressure light also appears performance, proceed to your System on page 10 9.

  • Page 149: Key And Lock Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on Lamp Messages Object Detection System page 5 15. Reinstall the fuel cap Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT fully. See Filling the Tank on page 9 40. The diagnostic system CONTROL OFF PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE can determine if the fuel cap has OWNERS MANUAL This message displays when the...

  • Page 150: Messages

    5-36 Instruments and Controls REAR CROSS TRAFFIC needs service. See your dealer. See no guardrails, trees, or road signs Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on and light traffic. Your vehicle does ALERT SYSTEM OFF page 9 32 for more information. not need service.

  • Page 151: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 SERVICE TRACTION Airbag System Messages away from your vehicle. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 11 for CONTROL SERVICE AIR BAG more information. This message displays when there This message displays if there is a is a problem with the Traction Service Vehicle Messages problem with the airbag system.

  • Page 152: Tire Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls SERVICE VEHICLE SOON The low tire pressure warning light tire pressure light also flashes and will also come on. See Tire then remains on during the same This message displays when a Pressure Light on page 5 20. ignition cycle.

  • Page 153: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 Transmission Messages SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays if a problem ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF occurs with the All-Wheel Drive Do not drive the vehicle If your vehicle has the All-Wheel (AWD) system.

  • Page 154: Vehicle Reminder

    5-40 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Messages Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Your vehicle may have WITH CARE customization capabilities that allow This message displays when the you to program certain features to windshield washer fluid is low.
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-41 Entering the Feature Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current Settings Menu the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN setting will remain. ENGLISH screen appears on the 1. Turn the ignition on and place DIC display.
  • Page 156 5-42 Instruments and Controls AT VEHICLE SPEED: The doors Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ will automatically lock when the AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on reset button while the desired vehicle speed is above 13 km/h the DIC display.
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-43 LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps vehicle with the RKE transmitter if DELAY DOOR LOCK will flash when you press the lock the doors are open. See Remote This feature allows you to select button on the RKE transmitter. Keyless Entry (RKE) System whether or not the locking of the Operation on page 2 2 for more...
  • Page 158 5-44 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select the DIC display. Press the set/reset display. Press the set/reset button whether or not to have the exterior button once to access the settings once to access the settings for this...
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-45 See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until System Operation on page 2 2 for made to this feature. The current PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on more information. setting will remain.
  • Page 160 5-46 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until reset button while the desired movement will only occur one time MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears setting is displayed on the DIC. after the key is removed from the on the DIC display.
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-47 To select a setting, press the set/ NO CHANGE: No change will be To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired made to this feature. The current reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.

  • Page 162: Universal Remote System

    5-48 Instruments and Controls The trip/fuel or vehicle Universal Remote devices such as garage door information DIC buttons are openers, security systems, and System pressed. home automation devices. The end of the feature settings Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Statement on menu is reached and exited.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-49 When programming a garage door, To program up to three devices: procedure noted in Gate park outside of the garage. Park Operator and Canadian 1. Hold the end of the hand-held directly in line with and facing the Programming later in this transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to garage door opener motor-head or...
  • Page 164 5-50 Instruments and Controls does not move, continue 5. Firmly press and release the To program the remaining two with programming Learn or Smart button. After Universal Remote system buttons, Steps 4 6. pressing this button, you will begin with Step 1 of Programming have 30 seconds to complete the Universal Remote System.

  • Page 165: Universal Remote System Operation

    Instruments and Controls 5-51 If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System 1. Press and hold down the two having difficulty programming a gate outside buttons until the Operation operator or garage door opener by indicator light begins to flash, using the Programming the after 20 seconds.
  • Page 166 5-52 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 217 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-18 Object Detection Systems Shifting out of Park ..9-19 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-31 Operating Parking over Things Side Blind Zone...

  • Page 218: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.

  • Page 219: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.

  • Page 220: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating If the vehicle seems harder to steer Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery than normal when parking or driving Take curves at a reasonable slowly, there may be a problem with speed. the system. You will still have power Reduce speed before entering a steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds.

  • Page 221: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Driving on Wet Roads accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.

  • Page 222: Highway Hypnosis

    Driving and Operating Keep your eyes moving scan Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (Continued) the road ahead and to the sides. Besides slowing down, other wet Check the rearview mirror and weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle instruments often.

  • Page 223: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the WARNING (Continued) swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too none going down a hill. You could speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin crash.
  • Page 224 Driving and Operating Turn off cruise control on slippery WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) surfaces. Blizzard Conditions to the highest setting. See cannot be seen or smelled. It can Climate Control Systems in cause unconsciousness and even Being stuck in snow can be a the Index.

  • Page 225: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck system. Shift back and forth nonfactory-installed options. between R (Reverse) and a low Two labels on your vehicle show Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible.
  • Page 226 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information maximum vehicle capacity Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit weight (2) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also shows the never exceed XXX kg or size of the original equipment XXX lbs on your vehicle's...
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-11 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
  • Page 228 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined GVWR includes the weight of weight of the driver, passengers, the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo should never exceed and cargo. your vehicle's capacity weight. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights Certification/Tire Label for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight...

  • Page 229: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Starting and WARNING (Continued) WARNING Operating (GVWR), or either the Things you put inside the maximum front or rear Gross vehicle can strike and injure New Vehicle Break-In Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). people in a sudden stop or The vehicle does not This can cause systems to turn, or in a crash.

  • Page 230: Ignition Positions

    9-14 Driving and Operating breaking-in guideline every Ignition Positions and turn it only with your hand. time you get new brake If the key cannot be turned by linings. hand, see your dealer. Do not tow a trailer during (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ break-in.
  • Page 231 Driving and Operating 9-15 Do not turn the engine off when the 4. Set the parking brake. See instrument panel warning and vehicle is moving. This will cause a indicator lights. This position can loss of power assist in the brake also be used for service and and steering systems and disable diagnostics, and to verify the proper...

  • Page 232: Starting The Engine

    9-16 Driving and Operating The key lock release will not work if Starting Procedure the engine is already running. the battery is charged less than Engine cranking can be stopped 1. With your foot off the accelerator 9-volts, or uncharged. Try charging by turning the ignition switch to pedal, turn the ignition to START.

  • Page 233: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-17 If the vehicle starts briefly but with an engine coolant heater WARNING then stops again, repeat these should be plugged in at least four steps. This clears the extra hours before starting. Some models Plugging the cord into an gasoline from the engine.

  • Page 234: Retained Accessory

    9-18 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park WARNING (Continued) Power (RAP) 1. Hold the brake pedal down and It is dangerous to get out of the set the parking brake. See These vehicle accessories can be vehicle if the shift lever is not fully used for up to 10 minutes after the more information.

  • Page 235: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-19 regular brake pedal down. Then, Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): see if you can move the shift lever 1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN. The vehicle is equipped with an away from P (Park) without first electronic shift lock release system.

  • Page 236: Parking Over Things

    9-20 Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) That Burn There are holes or openings WARNING in the vehicle body from WARNING damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.

  • Page 237: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 9-21 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the It is better not to park with the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully engine running. in P (Park) with the parking brake If the vehicle is left with the engine firmly set.
  • Page 238 9-22 Driving and Operating then press the button on the back of the vehicle is already moving, use D (Drive): This position is for the shift lever before shifting from N (Neutral) only. Also, use normal driving. It provides the best P (Park).

  • Page 239: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-23 and performance. Use the brake to highest gear that the transmission hold the vehicle on a hill. Do not use will be allowed to operate in. This the accelerator pedal. means that all gears below that number are available.

  • Page 240: Tow/Haul Mode

    9-24 Driving and Operating While using the ERS, cruise control Automatic Engine Grade Drive Systems and the Tow/Haul mode can be Braking used. See Tow/Haul Mode following. All-Wheel Drive Automatic Engine Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill Tow/Haul Mode Vehicles with this feature transfer grade.

  • Page 241: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...

  • Page 242: Parking Brake

    9-26 Driving and Operating Parking Brake brake is fully released and the power brake system under brake warning light is off before conditions where the driver has driving. quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly To release the parking brake, hold stop or slow down the vehicle.

  • Page 243: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System

    Driving and Operating 9-27 completely stops and holds the Ride Control Systems SERVICE STABILITRAK, the vehicle in a complete standstill on a StabiliTrak light will come on and grade, HSA will be automatically stay and four chimes are heard. ® StabiliTrak System activated.
  • Page 244 9-28 Driving and Operating system. See Traction Control The traction control system is Operation following for more enabled automatically when the information. vehicle is started. It will activate and the StabiliTrak light will flash if it When the traction control system senses that any of the wheels are has been turned off, system noises spinning or beginning to lose...

  • Page 245: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating 9-29 wheel(s) excessively while these Cruise Control lights and messages are With cruise control, a speed of displayed. about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can The traction control system may be maintained without keeping your activate on dry or rough roads or foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 246 9-30 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using (Cancel): Press to disengage Cruise Control cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is are applied, the cruise control is already activated:...

  • Page 247: Object Detection Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-31 you might have to step on the Object Detection WARNING (Continued) accelerator pedal to maintain the Systems vehicle speed. When going prevent injury, death, or vehicle downhill, you might have to brake or damage, even with URPA, always shift to a lower gear to keep the Ultrasonic Parking Assist check the area around the vehicle...

  • Page 248: Side Blind Zone

    9-32 Driving and Operating The bumper is damaged. Take must also be within 2.5 m (8 ft) from PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE the vehicle to your dealer to the rear bumper. This detection OWNERS MANUAL: This repair the system. distance may be less during warmer message can occur under the or humid weather.
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-33 5.0 m (16 ft). The height of the zone When the vehicle is started, both WARNING (Continued) is approximately between outside mirror SBZA displays will 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2.0 m (6 ft) off the briefly come on to indicate the or vehicle damage.
  • Page 250 9-34 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem TEMPORARILY OFF message after your blind zone, or the vehicle is To Work Properly cleaning the bumper, see your passing through an open field of dealer. view area, such as the desert, Missed alerts can occur under where there is insufficient data for normal circumstances and will...

  • Page 251: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Rear Vision The rear vision camera system is The display remains on after shifting designed to help the driver when out of R (Reverse) for approximately Camera (RVC) backing up by displaying a view of 10 seconds. The display can be the area behind the vehicle.
  • Page 252 9-36 Driving and Operating To turn the symbols on or off: Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Rear Vision Camera Location 1. Shift into P (Park). On vehicles with RCTA, a red The camera is located above the warning triangle with an arrow may license plate.
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating 9-37 Ice, snow, mud, or anything else When the System Does Not builds up on the camera lens. Seem To Work Properly Clean the lens, rinse it with The rear vision camera system water, and wipe it with a soft might not work properly or display a cloth.

  • Page 254: Fuel

    9-38 Driving and Operating Fuel Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with Use of the recommended fuel is an a posted octane rating of 87 or important part of the proper higher. If the octane rating is less maintenance of this vehicle. To help than 87, an audible knocking noise, keep the engine clean and maintain commonly referred to as spark...

  • Page 255: Gasoline Specifications

    Driving and Operating 9-39 Gasoline Specifications emission control system to work . If this occurs, return to properly. In most cases, nothing At a minimum, gasoline should meet your authorized dealer for diagnosis. should have to be added to the fuel. ASTM specification D 4814.

  • Page 256: Filling The Tank

    9-40 Driving and Operating gasoline additive recommended by additive called WARNING (Continued) General Motors. It is available at methylcyclopentadienyl manganese your dealer. tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant Keep sparks, flames, and where you buy gasoline whether the Gasolines containing oxygenates, smoking materials away fuel contains MMT.

  • Page 257: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-41 To open the fuel door, push the pumping before removing the fit properly, might cause the rearward center edge in and release nozzle. Clean fuel from painted malfunction indicator lamp to and it will open. surfaces as soon as possible. See light, and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system.

  • Page 258: Towing

    9-42 Driving and Operating Towing Driving Characteristics WARNING (Continued) and Towing Tips General Towing Place container on the Driving with a Trailer ground. Information When towing a trailer: Place the nozzle inside the fill Only use towing equipment that has opening of the container Become familiar with the state been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating 9-43 Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during WARNING amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the Following Distance gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
  • Page 260 9-44 Driving and Operating Making Turns burned out. Check occasionally to To avoid this, let the engine run be sure the trailer bulbs are still while parked, preferably on level Making very sharp turns working. ground, with the transmission in while trailering could cause the P (Park) for a few minutes before trailer to come in contact with the...

  • Page 261: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-45 The weight of the trailer tongue 2. Have someone place chocks Maintenance When Trailer under the trailer wheels. Towing The total weight on the vehicle's tires 3. When the wheel chocks are in The vehicle needs service more place, release the brake pedal often when pulling a trailer.
  • Page 262 9-46 Driving and Operating Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 7,500 lbs (3 402 kg) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 5,200 lbs (2 359 kg) 10,250 lbs (4 649 kg) All-Wheel Drive 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg) All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 5,200 lbs (2 359 kg)

  • Page 263: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-47 If a weight-carrying hitch or a It is important that the vehicle Towing Equipment weight-distributing hitch is being does not exceed any of its Hitches used, the trailer tongue (1) should ratings GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, weigh 10-15 percent of the total Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue It is important to have the correct loaded trailer weight (2).
  • Page 264 9-48 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitches and the trailer to help prevent the tongue the vehicle's frame. The harness Weight Carrying Hitches from contacting the road if it connector can be plugged into a becomes separated from the hitch. seven-pin universal heavy-duty Always leave just enough slack so trailer connector available through the rig can turn.

  • Page 265: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating 9-49 If a remote (non-vehicle) battery is Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and being charged, press the Tow/Haul Wiring Provisions Add-Ons mode switch located on the center These wiring provisions for an console near the climate controls. electric trailer brake controller are This will boost the vehicle system Add-On Electrical...
  • Page 266 9-50 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 267 Overheated Engine Protection High Voltage Devices and Operating Mode ... 10-18 Wiring ..... 10-26 Power Steering Fluid .
  • Page 268 When It Is Time for New cause cancer and birth defects or Tires ..... . 10-51 other reproductive harm. Engine For service and parts needs, visit Buying New Tires .
  • Page 269 handling, emissions systems, This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see brakes, traction control, and stability control. These accessories or modifications could even cause Keep a record with all parts receipts malfunction or damage not covered and list the mileage and the date of by the vehicle warranty.

  • Page 270: Hood

    Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. To open the hood: Pull the hood down to close. Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced. Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight.
  • Page 272 1. Radiator Pressure Cap. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of 2. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap. View). See Checking Engine Oil under 3. Remote Negative ( ) Terminal. 10. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick. See Checking the Fluid Level under 11. Brake Master Cylinder 5.
  • Page 273 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful Remove it again, keeping the tip get an accurate reading, the vehicle...
  • Page 274 Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity ® with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use certification mark. Engine oils other viscosity grade oils such as meeting the requirements for the SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
  • Page 275 Engine oil system flushes are not and, at this time, the system must recommended and could cause be reset. Your dealer has trained engine damage not covered by the service people who will perform this vehicle warranty. work and reset the system. It is also This vehicle has a computer system important to check the oil regularly that indicates when to change the...
  • Page 276 this display. Press the trip 3. Press and hold the set/reset transmission fluid listed in odometer reset stem until OIL button until 100% is displayed. LIFE REMAINING displays. Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 2. Press and hold the trip odometer message goes off.
  • Page 277 . If driving in dusty/dirty To inspect or replace the engine air conditions, inspect the filter at each cleaner/filter: engine oil change. for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter (away 1.
  • Page 278 5. Loosen the six housing cover (3) screws (2). 6. Remove the housing cover (3) An electric engine cooling fan with outlet duct. under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running 7. Remove the filter (4) and any and can cause injury.
  • Page 279 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system Gives freezing protection down can be dangerous. Plain water to 37°C ( 34°F), outside and other liquids, can boil before temperature.
  • Page 280 the cooling system is cool before this is done. See Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on You can be burned if you spill the ground, or into sewers, streams, coolant on hot engine parts. or bodies of water.
  • Page 281 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out 2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, and burn you badly. Never turn including the upper radiator the cap when the cooling system, hose, is no longer hot. Turn the including the surge tank pressure pressure cap slowly cap, is hot.
  • Page 282 coolant mixture through the filler message in the Driver Information neck until the level is back up to Center (DIC). See the base of the filler neck. You may decide not to lift the hood 9. Replace the pressure cap tightly. At any time during this when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away.
  • Page 283 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary. 3. If in a traffic jam, shift to for information on N (Neutral); otherwise, shift to driving to a safe place in an the highest gear while emergency.
  • Page 284 To check the power steering fluid: 1. Turn the key off and let the This emergency operating mode lets engine compartment cool down. the vehicle be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an 2. Remove the engine cover. See overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which The power steering fluid reservoir is...
  • Page 285 To determine what kind of fluid to When the windshield washer fluid use, see reservoir is low, a WASHER FLUID . Always LOW ADD FLUID message will be use the proper fluid. displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See for more information.
  • Page 286 heard all the time the vehicle is proper sequence to torque new, approved replacement parts. moving, except when applying the specifications in If this is not done, the brakes might brake pedal firmly. not work properly. For example, installing disc brake pads that are Brake linings should always be wrong for the vehicle, can change replaced as complete axle sets.
  • Page 287 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it With the wrong kind of fluid in the The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, brake hydraulic system, the because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough.
  • Page 288 not careful. See for tips on working When you are doing this around a battery without inspection, the vehicle could Refer to the replacement number on getting hurt. move suddenly. If the vehicle the original battery label when a moves, you or others could be new battery is needed.
  • Page 289 If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the position, contact your dealer for ignition on, but do not start the service. engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort.
  • Page 290 To check the P (Park) be covered by your warranty. Do mechanism's holding ability: not allow the wiper blade arm to With the engine running, shift to touch the windshield. P (Park). Then release the 4. Repeat the steps for the other parking brake followed by the blade.
  • Page 291 2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement the wiper arm (1) out of the should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see blade assembly (3). If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, 3.
  • Page 292 License Plate Lamp 194LL For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer. Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can 2. Turn and pull the license plate only be serviced by technicians lamp forward through the liftgate with special training.
  • Page 293 An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The vehicle has fuses and circuit The wiring circuits in your vehicle some cases to remain off. Have the breakers to protect against an are protected from short circuits by headlamp wiring checked right away electrical system overload.
  • Page 294 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 295 Adaptive Forward Lighting System Headlamp Washer ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils (China)/Fog AIRBAG Airbag System PCM IGN Powertrain Control Lamps (GMC) Module Ignition AUX POWER Auxiliary Power FSCM Fuel System PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate Auxiliary Control Module VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump...
  • Page 296 TRLR Trailer Back-up HDLP WASH Headlamp Washer RT LO BEAM Right Low-Beam Headlamp BCK/UP Lamps (CHINA) (China)/Fog Lamps (GMC) RT PRK Right TRLR BRK Trailer Brake LAMP (GMC) Parking Lamp TRLR Trailer Parking HI BEAM High-Beam RT TRLR Trailer Right...
  • Page 297 Stop Lamps Stop Lamps (China Only) (China Only) TRLR Trailer Back-up BCK/UP Lamps Windshield Wiper WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Speed...
  • Page 298 The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and EMISSION 1 Emission 1 LT DRL Left Daytime features shown. Running Lamp EMISSION 2 Emission 2 LT PRK Left Parking Lamp A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils Clutch LT TRLR Trailer Left...
  • Page 299 WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ LT TRLR Trailer Left RT TRLR Trailer Right STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn Washer STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn Signal Signal Lamp RVC SNSR Regulated Voltage PRK LAMP Parking Lamp Control Sensor Air Conditioning PWR/TRN Powertrain CMPRSR Compressor Clutch S/ROOF/ Sunroof RR DEFOG...
  • Page 300 GMC NON HID = Lo Beam GMC NON HID = High Shutter Chevy = Fog Lamps Buick China = Rear Fog Lamp AIRBAG Airbag Amplifier Back-up Lamp/ UP/STOP Stoplamp The instrument panel fuse block is under the instrument panel on the Body Control passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 301 Power Mirrors, DRL/ Daytime Running LO BEAM Lamps Relay/Low Liftgate Release Beam Headlamps PWR MODE Power Mode Relay PWR MIR Power Mirrors DSPLY Display Radio EMPTY Empty REAR WPR Rear Wiper FRT WSW Front Windshield RPA/ Rear Park Assist/ Washer SBZA/UGDO Side Blind Zone HTD/...
  • Page 302 DRL/ Daytime Running Driver Side Power PWR/SEAT Seat Relay LO BEAM Lamps Relay (If Equipped) Every new GM vehicle has Passenger Side high-quality tires made by a PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps Relay leading tire manufacturer. See (Chevy) PWR/WNDW Power Windows the warranty manual for...
  • Page 303 This vehicle may come with and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces is badly worn, and weather conditions. Original replace them.
  • Page 304 Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and This vehicle was not, originally, Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. molded into its sidewall. The tires are designed for increased examples show a typical Winter tires with the same speed...
  • Page 305 and service description. See the digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, Tire Size illustration later in this (01 52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature section. the year. For example, the third resistance. For more information week of the year 2010 would have a four-digit DOT date of 0310.
  • Page 306 criteria have a TPC specification compact spare tire or temporary Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to exceed all federal safety The compact spare tire is for...
  • Page 307 vehicle tire engineered to Diameter of steering, power brakes, power standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air and Rim Association. conditioning. These The three-digit characters represent the load The relationship number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width.
  • Page 308 before a tire has built up heat Gross Axle Weight from driving. See Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. The maximum air pressure is The weight of a Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall.
  • Page 309 outward when mounted on a A metal support for a tire vehicle. The side of the tire that and upon which the tire beads A tire contains a whitewall, bears are seated. information system that provides white lettering, or bears consumers with ratings for a The portion of a tire manufacturer, brand, and/or...
  • Page 310 A label How the vehicle is loaded permanently attached to a affects vehicle handling and ride vehicle showing the vehicle comfort. Never load the vehicle capacity weight and the original with more weight than it was equipment tire size and designed to carry.
  • Page 311 Remove the valve cap from the pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly tire valve stem. Press the tire under-inflated. gauge firmly onto the valve to The Tire Pressure Monitor System get a pressure measurement. Accordingly, when the low tire (TPMS) uses radio and sensor If the cold tire inflation pressure pressure telltale illuminates, you...
  • Page 312 The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. for information This sequence will continue upon When a low tire pressure condition regarding Part 15 of the Federal subsequent vehicle start-ups as is detected, the TPMS illuminates...
  • Page 313 displays see DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause these to come The low tire pressure warning light on are: may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then One of the road tires has been turn off as the vehicle is driven.
  • Page 314 One or more TPMS sensors are The TPMS sensor matching process missing or damaged. The is outlined below: malfunction light and the DIC 1. Set the parking brake. Each TPMS sensor has a unique message should go off when the identification code.
  • Page 315 The tire has a puncture, cut, 6. Proceed to the passenger side or other damage that cannot front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, procedure in Step 5. be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the 7.
  • Page 316 towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor remove all rust or dirt. System. See Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing Check that all wheel nuts are grease after a wheel change or properly tightened.
  • Page 317 The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate never used. Multiple factors rubber.
  • Page 318 GM's exclusive TPC Spec maintenance have been done, system considers over a dozen all four tires should wear out at critical specifications that impact about the same time. See Only your dealer or authorized the overall performance of the tire service center should vehicle, including brake system information on proper tire mount or dismount the tires.
  • Page 319 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the A tire and/or wheel could fail If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See suddenly and cause a crash. there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if Use only radial-ply tires with tires not recommended for those the wheels on the vehicle.
  • Page 320 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires. graded 100.
  • Page 321 straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is characteristics.
  • Page 322 Using the wrong replacement parts. The area damaged by the wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel tire chains could cause loss of Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous. It could control and a crash. one is dangerous. How it has affect the braking and handling of Use another type of traction been used or how far it has been...
  • Page 323 It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting under while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. it to do maintenance or repairs is are maintained properly.
  • Page 324 When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (1). dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death.
  • Page 325 4. Turn the jack on its side, with the 1. Open the storage compartment bottom facing toward you. door of the convenience The compact spare tire is located center (1) that is nearest the 5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom under the vehicle, in front of the rear liftgate.
  • Page 326 5. Tilt the retainer and slip it edges may be sharp. Do not try between the lock nut and through the wheel opening to to remove the cover with your wrench. The key is supplied in remove the spare tire from the bare hands.
  • Page 327 6. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the the compact spare tire near you. wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well.
  • Page 328 11. Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface. 12. Put the nuts on by hand by Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the using accessory locking wheel turning them clockwise until the parts to which it is fastened, can nuts.
  • Page 329 Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger The underbody-mounted spare compartment of the vehicle could tire needs to be stored with the cause injury. In a sudden stop or valve stem pointing down. If the collision, loose equipment could spare tire is stored with the valve strike someone.
  • Page 330 4. When the compact spare tire is almost in the stored position, turn the tire so the valve is toward the rear of the vehicle. This position helps when checking the air pressure in the compact spare tire. 5. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle.
  • Page 331 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it storage area with the valve stem is secure. pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Pull the cable (1) through the door striker (5), the center of the wheel (4), and the plastic spare tire heat shield (3), as shown.

  • Page 332: Compact Spare Tire

    3. Turn the jack (3) on its side and (50 mph). To conserve the tread of place down on the holding the spare tire, have the standard tire bracket. repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire 4.
  • Page 333 clutch in the AWD, replace the compact spare tire with a full-size For more information about the tire as soon as possible. vehicle battery, see If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
  • Page 334 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not Using a match near a battery can touching each other. If they are, 3. Turn off the ignition on both cause battery gas to explode. it could cause a ground vehicles.
  • Page 335 negative ( ) cable to the 7. Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) terminal on the dead metal. Connect it to the battery because this can cause positive (+) terminal of the good Fans or other moving engine sparks.
  • Page 336 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. If a wheel lift tow truck is used, the drive wheels cannot contact the 9.
  • Page 337 Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: Recreational vehicle towing means What is the towing capacity of towing the vehicle behind another the towing vehicle? Be sure to vehicle such as behind a read the tow vehicle motorhome.
  • Page 338 For vehicles being dinghy towed, passenger seat on the floor. 3. Shift the transmission to the vehicle should be run at the Also, remove the 50 amp BATT1 P (Park), turn the ignition to beginning of each day and at each fuse from the underhood fuse LOCK/OFF and remove the key RV fuel stop for about five minutes.
  • Page 339 5. Remove the key from the ignition. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle ground. To properly tow these from the front with two wheels on vehicles, they should be placed on the ground:...
  • Page 340 Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after, to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they To preserve the vehicle's finish, are allowed to dry on the surface, wash it often and out of direct they could stain. sunlight. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
  • Page 341 If necessary, use non-abrasive Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cleaners that are marked safe for cloth or paper towel soaked with painted surfaces to remove foreign windshield washer fluid or a mild Regularly clean bright metal parts matter. detergent. Wash the windshield with water or chrome polish on thoroughly when cleaning the chrome or stainless steel trim,...
  • Page 342 check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to leaks. clean the tires. Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the steel fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick...
  • Page 343 material to parts repaired or remain on the surface being replaced to restore corrosion cleaned for extended periods To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection. of time. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Cleaners may contain solvents that Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils. Note parts will provide the corrosion can become concentrated in the that newspapers or dark garments...
  • Page 344 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. A concentrated soap solution will Start by vacuuming the surface leave a residue that creates using a soft brush attachment. If a streaks and attracts dirt. Do not rotating brush attachment is being use solutions that contain strong used during vacuuming, only use it or caustic soap.
  • Page 345 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Use a soft microfiber cloth a clean area frequently to dampened with water to remove For vehicles with high gloss prevent forcing the soil in to the dust and loose dirt.
  • Page 346 Do not use cleaners that increase Use the following guidelines for gloss, especially on the instrument proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease The original equipment floor visibility through the windshield mats were designed for your under certain conditions.
  • Page 347 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that Floor mats with a button-type it does not interfere with the 1. Turn the knob until it is aligned retainer. pedals. with the slot in the floor mat grommet.
  • Page 371 Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) ....13-7 Reporting Safety Defects to Roadside Assistance the United States Program (U.S. and Government ....13-18 Canada) .
  • Page 372 1-800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied GMC. Normally, any concerns with 1-800-263-7854 (French). with the new vehicle. However, the sales transaction or the We encourage you to call the...
  • Page 373 40 days. If you do not agree with the For further information concerning decision given in your case, you In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor may reject it and proceed with any not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), other venue for relief available addressed after following the...
  • Page 374 However, we recognize that despite the good intentions of all parties If your case is not resolved in a involved, sometimes a reasonable amount of time by your misunderstanding may occur. dealer, please call the General Motors Customer Assistance If you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the the normal means, we suggest the...
  • Page 375 GMC encourages customers to call CA1-163-005 the toll-free number for assistance. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive However, if a customer wishes to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail GMC, the letter www.gmc.ca 5329-0812 should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French)
  • Page 376 OnStar onboard vehicle. 1-800-462-8583. TTY users in vehicle diagnostic information, and Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. schedule service appointments. View Take a trip to the GMC Owner printable dealer-recorded service Centre: records and self-recorded service records. Chat live with online help representatives.
  • Page 377 This program is available to services are available at no cost your vehicle, quickly and easily. qualified applicants for cost under the terms and conditions of Find the GMC-recommended reimbursement of eligible the program. The Roadside maintenance services for your aftermarket adaptive equipment Assistance program is not part of, vehicle.
  • Page 378 For more information about the renewal of this program at the end If the vehicle is in another city Transmission of urgent phone of its term, contact the GMC outside of your residence, messages. Customer Assistance Center at Roadside Assistance is limited : Call for 01-800-466-0801.
  • Page 379 Once the dealer has not possible for the nearest than 3.5 tons. reported that the vehicle has GMC dealership to repair the been repaired, Roadside Complimentary Transportation: If vehicle the same day, requiring Assistance will provide bus or...
  • Page 380 01-800-466-0801 unforeseen circumstances, such Cost of towing a trailer when as natural phenomena of an choosing a GMC dealer that is extraordinary nature, 1-866-466-8902 nearest to the temporary storage earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, facility for the disabled vehicle.
  • Page 381 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ready: is given. GMC and General Motors of Your name, home address, and Canada Limited reserve the right to home telephone number Tow to the make any changes or discontinue...
  • Page 382 Service to Mounting, dismounting, the Roadside Assistance advisor change a flat tire with the spare or changing of snow tires, will help to make arrangements tire. The spare tire, if equipped, chains, or other traction devices. and explain how to receive must be in good condition and payment.
  • Page 383 of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your Warranty service can generally be inconvenience. completed while you wait. However, If the vehicle cannot be scheduled if you are unable to wait, GM helps To enhance your ownership into the service department to minimize inconvenience by immediately, keep driving it until it experience, we and our participating...
  • Page 384 original receipts and can only be up insurance coverage, credit card, etc. to the maximum amount allowed by You are responsible for fuel usage GM for shuttle service. In addition, charges and may also be for U.S. customers, should you responsible for taxes, levies, usage If the vehicle is involved in a arrange transportation through a...
  • Page 385 Recycled original equipment parts Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some may also be used for repair. These failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not parts are typically removed from covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts.
  • Page 386 General description of the puts you in danger, or you are Insurance pays the bill for the repair, damage to the other vehicle. instructed to move it by a police but you must live with the repair. officer. Depending on your policy limits, Choose a reputable repair facility your insurance company may that uses quality replacement parts.
  • Page 387 In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 Service Manuals have the diagnosis shipping fees. and repair information on the Prices are subject to change without engines, transmission, axle, Without Portfolio: Owner...
  • Page 388 Traffic Safety Administration Call 1-800-GMC-8782 (NHTSA) in addition to notifying (1-800-462-8782), or write: General Motors. GMC Customer Assistance Center If NHTSA receives similar P.O. Box 33172 complaints, it may open an Detroit, MI 48232-5172 investigation, and if it finds that...
  • Page 389 In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 This vehicle is equipped with an (French), or write: event data recorder (EDR). The General Motors of Canada Limited main purpose of an EDR is to Customer Care Centre, Mail record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of Code: CA1-163-005 crash-like situations, such as an air...
  • Page 390 These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or website.
  • Page 391 GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN/210/220/310.
  • Page 393 Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ....14-2 Navigation voice commands.
  • Page 394 Push the OnStar Emergency button equipped with automatic door locks, to get a priority connection to an and can help police locate the Emergency Advisor available vehicle if it is stolen. 24/7 to: With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically OnStar navigation requires the Be a Good Samaritan or...
  • Page 395 2. Say Repeat. System responds Push with the last direction given, then then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle. After the call ends, push the Go 1.
  • Page 396 2. Say Call. System responds: Please say the name or number Push . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Push . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready. pausing, including a 1 and the 2. Say Call <name tag>. System area code.
  • Page 397 Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling perform a vehicle check every are available on most vehicles. Not month. It will check the engine, all OnStar services are available transmission, antilock brakes, and everywhere or on all vehicles.
  • Page 398 network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar The website provides access to service. Service involving location account information, manages the Advisors provide services to help information about the vehicle cannot OnStar subscription, and allows subscribers with physical disabilities work unless GPS signals are viewing of videos of each service.
  • Page 399 manufacturer of the vehicle garages; or in an area with very furnishes detailed warranty dense trees. If GPS signals are information. not available, the OnStar system If there is limited cellular coverage should still operate to call or the cellular network has reached OnStar.
  • Page 400 Permission to use, copy, modify, Except as contained in this notice, and distribute this software for any the name of a copyright holder shall The complete OnStar Privacy purpose with or without fee is not be used in advertising or Statement may be found at hereby granted, provided that the otherwise to promote the sale, use...
  • Page 401 Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, 2. Redistributions in binary form Info-ZIP releases including, but Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, (compiled executables) must not limited to, labeling of the Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, reproduce the above copyright altered versions with the names George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, notice, definition, disclaimer, and Info-ZIP (or any variation...
  • Page 403 Airbag System (cont'd) Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ....13-7, 13-11 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-28 Audio Controller, Modifications .
  • Page 404 Check Engine Light ....5-15 Battery ..... . . 10-22 Calibration .
  • Page 405 Connections Customer Assistance ..13-6 Diagnostics ® ® OnStar ..... .14-3 Offices .
  • Page 406 Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Vehicle Load Limits ... . 9-9 Features Wet Roads ....9-5 Gauge .
  • Page 407 Fuel ......9-38 Gauges Headlamps Additives .....9-39 Engine Coolant Aiming .
  • Page 408 Lights Airbag Readiness ... . .5-14 Ignition Positions ....9-14 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-38 Antilock Brake System Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps...
  • Page 409 Loss of Control ....9-5 Messages (cont'd) Monitor System, Tire Fuel System ....5-34 Lower Anchors and Tethers Pressure .
  • Page 410 Older Children, Restraints ..3-36 Power Online Owner Center ..13-6 Door Locks ....2-7 Parade Dimming .
  • Page 411 Recommended Fluids and Retained Accessory Lubricants ....11-12 Power (RAP) ....9-18 Radio Frequency Records Ride Control Systems...
  • Page 412 Safety Defects Reporting Service Specifications and Canadian Government ..13-18 Accessories and Capacities ....12-2 General Motors ... . . 13-18 Modifications .
  • Page 413 Symbols ......iv Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program, Sidewall Labeling ... 10-38 System Courtesy .
  • Page 414 Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Security ..... . 2-11 Alignment and Tire Speed Messages ... . .5-40 Balance .

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