Chevrolet Silverado Owner's Manual

Chevrolet Silverado Owner's Manual

2014
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
. . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-46
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
. . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49
. . . . 5-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-24
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-34
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-57
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-63
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-72
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-77
Conversions and
Add-Ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-102
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
. . . . . . . . 9-1

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Summary of Contents for Chevrolet Silverado

  • Page 1: Trademarks And License

    ......1-1 ..... . . 4-1 Trademarks and License Instrument Panel .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....10-1 ....12-1 General Information ..10-2 Vehicle Identification .
  • Page 3 ® If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited savant: diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and the CHEVROLET Emblem, Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine.
  • Page 4 The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of Text marked Caution provides text. Symbols are shown along with information that may indicate a the text describing the operation or hazard that could result in injury information relating to a specific Text marked Danger provides or death.
  • Page 5 LATCH System Child Restraints Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Malfunction Indicator Lamp and what they mean. For more Oil Pressure information on the symbol, refer to the Index. Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Adjustable Pedals Power Airbag Readiness Light Remote Vehicle Start...
  • Page 139: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Information Displays Controls Vehicle Messages Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators...
  • Page 140: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Controls Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment Vehicle Personalization Universal Remote System...
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls (Phone/Mute): Steering Wheel Controls (Previous/Next Menu): (Next/Previous Selection): (Select): (Talk):...
  • Page 142 Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer Wiper Parking (High Speed): (Low Speed): (Heated Steering Wheel, If Equipped): INT (Adjustable Interval Wipes): OFF: (Mist): Horn...
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass Clock Setting the Time and Date With Warning Faceplate Controls (Washer Fluid):...
  • Page 144: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Vehicle with Center Console Setting the Time and Date With Touchscreen Controls Vehicle with Bench Seats...
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls Caution Caution Warning...
  • Page 146 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current Base Shown, Uplevel Similar...
  • Page 147: Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators...
  • Page 148 5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 150 5-12 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) Navigation Audio Settings Units: Phone...
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Speedometer Trip Odometer Info Pages: Odometer Speed Warning: Tachometer Software Information:...
  • Page 152 5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Metric English...
  • Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Caution English Metric...
  • Page 154 5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Voltmeter Gauge Temperature Gauge English Metric...
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Driver Safety Belt Reminder Reminder Light Light...
  • Page 156 5-18 Instruments and Controls Airbag Readiness Light Warning...
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Airbag On-Off Light Warning United States Canada and Mexico...
  • Page 158 5-20 Instruments and Controls Warning United States Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Canada and Mexico...
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Warning Charging System Light...
  • Page 160 5-22 Instruments and Controls Malfunction Caution Indicator Lamp Caution...
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Light On Steady: Light Flashing: Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs...
  • Page 162 5-24 Instruments and Controls Metric English Brake System Warning Light...
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Warning Four-Wheel-Drive Light...
  • Page 164 5-26 Instruments and Controls Hill Descent Control Light Tow/Haul Mode Light Vehicle Ahead Indicator Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Traction Control System ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light ® Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light...
  • Page 166 5-28 Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady...
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Security Light High-Beam On Light Lamps On Reminder Front Fog Lamp Light...
  • Page 168: Information Displays

    5-30 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center Digital Speedometer (DIC) (Base Level) Trip DIC Menu Items Fuel Range...
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Remaining Oil Life Average Fuel Economy Transmission Fluid Temperature Trailer Brake Tire Pressure...
  • Page 170 5-32 Instruments and Controls Hourmeter Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) (Set/Reset): Unit DIC Info Page Options Compass...
  • Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-33 DIC Info Pages Fuel Range: Speed: Trip A or Trip B: Oil Life:...
  • Page 172 5-34 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure: Speed Limit: Engine Hours: Fuel Economy: Transmission Fluid Temperature: Timer: Trailer Brake:...
  • Page 173: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE Maintenance Due: Blank Page:...
  • Page 174 5-36 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST TRANSPORT MODE ON Compass Messages SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM...
  • Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Messages DOOR OPEN AIR CONDITIONING OFF HOOD OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE...
  • Page 176 5-38 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE Engine Power Messages ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL...
  • Page 177: Keys And Locks

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY FORWARD COLLISION ALERT OFF TIGHTEN GAS CAP FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED CLEAN WINDSHIELD Lamp Messages TURN SIGNAL ON LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE...
  • Page 178 5-40 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK STABILITRAK INITIALIZING PARK ASSIST OFF SERVICE FRONT CAMERA TRACTION CONTROL OFF SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL SERVICE PARKING ASSIST...
  • Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-41 TRACTION CONTROL ON Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG STABILITRAK OFF Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM...
  • Page 180 5-42 Instruments and Controls Steering System Tire Messages Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM POWER STEERING ASSIST REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE SERVICE POWER STEERING...
  • Page 181 Instruments and Controls 5-43 FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX GRADE BRAKING ON Transmission Messages FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO 4WD OFF NEUTRAL GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE GRADE BRAKING OFF SERVICE 4WD 4WD SHIFT IN PROGRESS...
  • Page 182 5-44 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages CHECK TRAILER WIRING TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX VEHICLE IN 4WD LOW TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO NEUTRAL...
  • Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Washer Fluid Messages WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Vehicle Speed Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO WITH CARE INITIATE HDC TRAILER CONNECTED...
  • Page 184: Vehicle Personalization

    5-46 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Time and Date Language [Language] Personalization Menus Base Radio Audio System Controls MENU: BACK: Uplevel Radio Audio System Controls...
  • Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Valet Mode Manage Favorites Maximum Startup Volume Number of Favorites Pages Audio Cue Volume Audible Touch Feedback Radio Vehicle Auto Volume...
  • Page 186: Doors

    5-48 Instruments and Controls Climate and Air Quality Parking Assist Vehicle Locator Lights Auto Fan Max Speed Comfort and Convenience Exit Lighting Collision/Detection Systems Chime Volume Power Door Locks Lighting Alert Type...
  • Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Auto Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Unlock Light Feedback Delayed Door Lock Passive Door Unlock Remote Lock Feedback...
  • Page 188 5-50 Instruments and Controls Pair New Device Voice Mail Numbers Passive Door Lock Voice Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Prompt Length Device Management Bluetooth Audio Feedback Speed Ringtones...
  • Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Display Rear Camera Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Guidance Lines Theme Restore Radio Settings Rear Park Assist Symbols Calibrate Touchscreen Software Information Return to Factory Settings Turn Display Off...
  • Page 190: Universal Remote System

    5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Programming the Universal Remote System Universal Remote System Programming...
  • Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Learn or Smart Button...
  • Page 192 5-54 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators...
  • Page 193 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button...
  • Page 194 5-56 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 269 Starting the Engine ..9-27 Fast Idle System ... . . 9-28 Antilock Brake Retained Accessory System (ABS) ....9-54 Power (RAP) .
  • Page 270: Front Seats

    Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-72 distractions. Gasoline Specifications ..9-73 California Fuel Become familiar with vehicle Requirements .
  • Page 271 Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
  • Page 272 If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it If power steering assist is lost vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is because the engine stops or a normally but do not pump the held in that position for an extended system malfunctions, the vehicle...
  • Page 273 Wait until the vehicle is out of 3. Turn the steering wheel to go the curve before accelerating straight down the roadway. gently into the straightaway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may There are three types of skids that be more effective than braking.
  • Page 274 If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the lose control and crash. You and accelerator pedal and steer the your passengers should always way you want the vehicle to go. Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be wear safety belts.
  • Page 275 To gain more ground clearance if For more information about loading needed, it may be necessary to the vehicle, see remove the front fascia lower air dam. Unsecured cargo on the load Always use established trails, floor can be tossed about Operating the vehicle for roads, and areas that have been when driving over rough...
  • Page 276 When possible, drive straight up or down the hill. Driving safely on hills requires good Slow down when approaching judgment and an understanding of If the vehicle has the two speed the top of the hill. what the vehicle can and cannot do. automatic transfer case, shifting Use headlamps even during the the transfer case to N (Neutral)
  • Page 277 Never try to turn the vehicle 3.2. Stay clear of the path the around. If the hill is steep vehicle would take if it enough to stall the vehicle, rolled downhill. Heavy braking when going down it is steep enough to cause Avoid turns that take the vehicle a hill can cause your brakes to it to roll over.
  • Page 278 If an incline must be driven affects steering, accelerating, and across, and the vehicle starts to braking. Drive at a reduced speed slide, turn downhill. This should and avoid sharp turns or abrupt help straighten out the vehicle maneuvers. and prevent the side slipping. Driving through rushing water can Traction is reduced on hard packed be dangerous.
  • Page 279 If the standing water is not too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster Rain and wet roads can reduce speeds, water splashes and the happens, you and other vehicle vehicle traction and affect your vehicle can stall. When going occupants could drown.
  • Page 280 Other driving tips include: Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the Keep the interior vehicle on a long downhill slope temperature cool. Allow extra following distance. can cause brake overheating, can Keep your eyes moving scan Pass with caution.
  • Page 281 Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control on slippery swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so surfaces. center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin own lane.
  • Page 282: Windows

    If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator cannot be seen or smelled. It can Adjust the climate control pedal slightly so the engine runs cause unconsciousness and even system to a setting that faster than the idle speed.
  • Page 283 gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get speed, they can explode, and you the vehicle out after a few tries, it or others could be injured.
  • Page 284 open, you will find the label attached below the door lock It is very important to know how post (striker). The Tire and vehicle handles. This could much weight the vehicle can Loading Information label shows cause loss of control and a carry.
  • Page 285 the front and rear axles. See there will be five 150 lb Certification/Tire Label later in passengers in your vehicle, this section. the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The Determine the combined combined weight of...
  • Page 286 of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lb) Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lb) 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 2.
  • Page 287 Rating (GVWR). The GVWR The Certification/Tire label also includes the weight of the contains important information vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and about the Front Axle Reserve Do not load the vehicle any cargo. Capacity. See heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The Certification/Tire label also (GVWR), or either the tells you the maximum weights...
  • Page 288 Using heavier suspension components to get added Depending on the model of the durability might not change the Never stack heavier pickup, an upper load platform weight ratings. Ask your dealer things, like suitcases, can be created by positioning to help load the vehicle the inside the vehicle so that three or four 5 cm (2 in) by right way.
  • Page 289 Any load that extends beyond Remember not to exceed the the vehicle's taillamp area must Gross Axle Weight be properly marked according to Rating (GAWR) of the front or local laws and regulations. rear axle. Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front or Ladder Rack...
  • Page 290 equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com When carrying a slide-in for additional pickup box load camper, the total cargo load of bearing structural information. the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Everything added to the camper after it left the A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper factory.
  • Page 291 Here is an example of proper of camper cargo, and the weight and on the rear wheels truck and camper match: of passengers in the camper. separately to determine axle The total cargo load should not loads. Individual axle loads exceed the truck's cargo weight should not exceed either of the rating, and the camper's center...
  • Page 292 broken in. Hard stops with If equipped, the position of the new linings can mean throttle and brake pedals can be premature wear and earlier changed. replacement. Follow this No adjustment to the pedals can be breaking-in guideline every made when the vehicle is in time you get new brake The vehicle does not need an R (Reverse) or while using cruise...
  • Page 293 Lift the switch up to move the This position locks the ignition and pedals closer to your body. Press steering wheel. It also locks the the switch down to move the transmission on automatic pedals away. transmission vehicles. The key can be removed in LOCK/OFF.
  • Page 294 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, This position can be can be done while the vehicle is and must be shut off while driving, used to operate the electrical moving. After shifting to neutral, turn the ignition to ACC/ accessories and to display some continue to firmly apply the...
  • Page 295 A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened, the ignition is Move the shift lever to P (Park) or 1. With your foot off the accelerator in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/ N (Neutral). The engine will not start pedal, turn the ignition key to OFF, and the key is in the ignition.
  • Page 296 damage, this system also engine and transmission gently prevents cranking if the engine until the oil warms up and is already running. Engine lubricates all moving parts. the cranking motor, and drain the cranking can be stopped by battery. Wait at least 15 seconds turning the ignition switch to the between each try, to let the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/...
  • Page 297 Press and release the cruise Turning the ignition switch to the control SET- button. Engine LOCK/OFF position. The vehicle may have APOs in speed will be held at several locations. See approximately 1200 rpm. When the fast idle is active, the The APOs in the console or center Driver Information Center (DIC) will The following vehicle accessories...
  • Page 298 Carefully remove the wire tie The length of time the heater should that bundles the electrical plug. remain plugged in depends on The engine heater can provide Do not cut the electrical cord. several factors. Ask a dealer in the easier starting and better fuel area where you will be parking the 3.
  • Page 299 If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the case is in a drive gear. If towing a parking brake is firmly set before trailer, see you leave it. After you move the shift lever into P (Park), hold the regular It can be dangerous to leave the brake pedal down.
  • Page 300 When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an you release the parking brake. uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has a manual If torque lock does occur, you may transmission, before you get out of...
  • Page 301: Engine Exhaust

    When less power is required, such as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in the V4 mode, allowing the vehicle to achieve better fuel economy. When Engine exhaust contains carbon greater power demands are monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch required, such as accelerating from seen or smelled.
  • Page 302 There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic in the vehicle body from engine running. shift lever position indicator within damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the instrument cluster.
  • Page 303 especially when the vehicle has a To rock the vehicle back and forth to heavy load, you might notice an get out of snow, ice, or sand without increase in the effort to shift out of damaging the transmission, see If you have four-wheel drive, the P (Park).
  • Page 304 D (Drive) can be used when towing In some cases, this could appear to a trailer, carrying a heavy load, be a delayed shift, however the driving on steep hills, or driving transmission is operating normally. Shifting out of P (Park) or off-road.
  • Page 305 This position when driving on downhill grades by allows selection of a range of gears using the engine and transmission appropriate for current driving to slow the vehicle. The first time conditions. If equipped, see Range the system engages for each Selection Mode under ignition key cycle, a DIC message will be displayed.
  • Page 306 To use this feature: automatically shift to lower gears. For example, when M5 is selected, 1. Move the shift lever to 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are M (Manual Mode). automatically shifted by the 2. Press the plus/minus buttons on transmission, but 6 (Sixth) cannot the shift lever to select the be used until the plus/minus button...
  • Page 307 Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. Vehicles with an automatic the vehicle warranty. If you are transmission have a Tow/Haul While using Range Selection Mode, stuck, do not spin the tires.
  • Page 308: Manual Transmission

    Also see Tow/Haul Mode under On vehicles with a diesel engine, Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking can be enabled or disabled by pressing the Tow/Haul Mode button. Use the exhaust brake and Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is for maximum grade braking. only enabled while the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and the vehicle is not in the Range Selection Mode.
  • Page 309 complete stop and it is hard to shift To back up, press the into 1 (First), put the shift lever in clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, Neutral and let up on the clutch. shift into R (Reverse). Slowly let up Then press the clutch pedal back on the clutch pedal as you press the down and shift into 1 (First).
  • Page 310 While driving on clean, dry pavement and during tight turns, you may experience vibration in the steering system. If equipped, you can send the Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low engine's driving power to all four will turn Traction Control and wheels for extra traction.
  • Page 311 This setting also engages the front axle and delivers extra torque. You may Shifting the transfer case to never need Four-Wheel Drive Low. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle It sends maximum power to all to roll even if the transmission is four wheels.
  • Page 312 You may notice that it is harder to shift when the vehicle is cold. this setting when you need extra After the vehicle warms up, the traction, such as on snowy or icy Shifts between Two-Wheel Drive shifting will return to normal. roads or in most off-road situations.
  • Page 313 Shift the transfer case shift lever transmission momentarily to in one continuous motion into or D (Drive) and back to out of the Four-Wheel Drive Low N (Neutral), and then complete position. the transfer case shift. When Four-Wheel Drive Low is Shifting the transfer case into engaged, vehicle speed should Four-Wheel Drive Low while...
  • Page 314 and one will stay on. If no lights display, take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. If the lights when extra traction is needed, such display momentarily when the as on snowy or icy roads or in most ignition is in ON/RUN, but none stay off-road situations.
  • Page 315 To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position, the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the vehicle must be Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Shifting the transfer case to stopped or moving less than 5 km/h Drive High position. This can be N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle (3 mph) with the transmission in done at any speed up to 121 km/h...
  • Page 316 It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low transfer case. To help avoid Four-Wheel Drive Low and to Four-Wheel Drive High or damaging the vehicle, always wait Four-Wheel Drive High ranges or Two-Wheel Drive High, the vehicle for the mode indicator lights to...
  • Page 317 less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the Low position. The N (Neutral) 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with transmission in N (Neutral), attempt light will come on when the the engine off, and shift the the shift again. transfer case shift to N (Neutral) transmission to N (Neutral).
  • Page 318 when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If no lights display, This setting is ideal for use take the vehicle to your dealer for when road surface traction service. If the lights display conditions are variable. When momentarily when the ignition is in driving the vehicle in AUTO, the ON/RUN, but none stay on, the...
  • Page 319 deep sand, deep mud, or deep If the SERVICE 4WD message snow, and while climbing or stays on, take the vehicle to your descending steep hills. dealer for service. See SERVICE When Four-Wheel Drive Low is 4WD under engaged, vehicle speed should be Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low kept below 72 km/h (45 mph).
  • Page 320 shift to Four-Wheel Drive High mode. In this case, the knob will need to be turned to the Shifting the transmission into gear Shifting the transmission into gear Four-Wheel Drive High position in before the requested mode before the requested mode order to see the indicator.
  • Page 321 for 30 seconds but will not complete the dial to the Four-Wheel Drive the shift. With the vehicle moving Low position. The N (Neutral) To shift out of N (Neutral): less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the light will come on when the 1.
  • Page 322 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to Shifting the transmission into gear avoid a sudden obstacle, a before the requested mode computer senses that the wheels indicator light has stopped are slowing down.
  • Page 323 suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or Do not pump the brakes. Just hold damage to brake system parts. the brake pedal down firmly and let Make sure that the parking brake ABS work.
  • Page 324 To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then The Brake Assist feature is pull the bottom edge of the lever designed to assist the driver in with the parking brake symbol, stopping or decreasing vehicle located to the right of the steering speed in emergency driving column.
  • Page 325 Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply This vehicle has an HSA feature, the trailer brakes. It will not activate which may be useful when the if the vehicle is in a drive gear and vehicle is stopped on a grade. This facing downhill or if the vehicle is feature is designed to prevent the facing uphill and in R (Reverse).
  • Page 326 Turn on and stay on when either vehicle wheel brakes to assist the system is not working. driver in keeping the vehicle on the and Turning the intended path. Trailer Sway Control Systems Off and On later in this If either system fails to turn on or to (TSC) is also on automatically when section.
  • Page 327 StabiliTrak will automatically turn on press and release the button. The if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h traction off light displayed in the (35 mph). Traction control will instrument cluster will turn off. remain off. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when The vehicle has a Trailer Sway button is pressed, the system Control (TSC) feature and a Hill...
  • Page 328: Cruise Control

    HDC will remain enabled between Press to enable or disable HDC. 22 and 60 km/h (14 and 37 mph), Vehicle speed must be below however vehicle speed cannot be 50 km/h (31 mph). set or maintained in this range. It will automatically disable if the Cruise control can be dangerous vehicle speed is above 80 km/h where you cannot drive safely at...
  • Page 329 If equipped with an Allison or Press briefly to Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic set the speed and activate cruise transmission, see Tow/Haul Mode control. If cruise control is already Grade Braking under active, use to decrease vehicle for an speed. explanation of how cruise control Press to disengage interacts with the Range Selection cruise control without erasing the...
  • Page 330 If the cruise control is set at a How well the cruise control works desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is on hills depends on the vehicle are applied, the cruise control is already activated: speed, the load, and the steepness disengaged without erasing the set of the hills.
  • Page 331: Driver Assistance Systems

    To disable and enable Cruise Grade Braking for the current There are three ways to end cruise ignition key cycle, press and control: hold the Tow/Haul button for This vehicle may have features that To disengage cruise control, five seconds. A DIC message work together to help avoid crashes step lightly on the brake pedal.
  • Page 332 Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by Under many conditions, these When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), beeping. To change the volume of systems will not: the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) and the warning chime, see Comfort Rear Parking Assist may help the Detect children, pedestrians, and Convenience under...
  • Page 333 Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that The RVC system does not display are close to either corner of the children, pedestrians, bicyclists, bumper or under the bumper do not animals, or any other object display.
  • Page 334 the front or rear, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. Beeps for Front Parking The parking assist system does Assist are higher pitched than for not detect children, pedestrians, Rear Parking Assist. bicyclists, animals, or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle.
  • Page 335 Front and Rear Parking Assist can 3. Press Rear Park Assist Symbols be turned off, on, or on with towbar or Guidance Lines and then through vehicle personalization. See select Off or On. Parking Assist under If equipped, when driving the .
  • Page 336 FCA is a warning system and or ice, or if the windshield is does not apply the brakes. When damaged. It may also not detect a approaching a slower-moving or vehicle on winding or hilly roads, stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or in conditions that can limit or when following a vehicle too visibility such as fog, rain,...
  • Page 337 Press the collision alert button on the steering wheel to set the FCA timing to Far, Medium, Near, or Off. The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC. Additional button presses will change this setting. The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the The vehicle ahead indicator will...
  • Page 338 will not warn if the turn signal is on in the departure direction, or if a If the FCA system does not seem to sharp maneuver is made. operate properly, cleaning the departing the lane on the side outside of the windshield in front of where it has detected a lane the camera sensor may correct the marker.
  • Page 339 If the LDW symbol does not appear LDW does not provide a warning when the system is on and the to help avoid a crash, unless it vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h detects the lane markings. LDW (35 mph): may not detect the lane markings When the vehicle is started, the if the camera sensor is blocked...
  • Page 340: E85 Or Flexfuel

    If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code J), use premium For diesel engine vehicles, see unleaded gasoline with a posted Fuel for Diesel Engines in the octane rating of 91 or higher. If the Duramax diesel supplement. octane is less than 91, you could damage the engine and may void For gasoline engine vehicles, use of...
  • Page 341 other fuels containing more than test. See 15% ethanol must be used only in . If this occurs, At a minimum, gasoline should meet flex fuel vehicles. return to your authorized dealer for ASTM specification D 4814. Some diagnosis. If it is determined that the gasolines contain an condition is caused by the type of octane-enhancing additive called...
  • Page 342 The use of E85 or FlexFuel is as much fuel as possible and do not encouraged when the vehicle is add less than 11 L (3 gal) when To keep fuel systems clean, TOP designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel refueling.
  • Page 343 Turn off the engine when Do not use fuel containing refueling. methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also Keep sparks, flames, and damage plastic and rubber parts. smoking materials away That damage would not be from fuel.
  • Page 344: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted nozzle.
  • Page 345: Trailer Towing

    keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. When towing a trailer: Only use towing equipment that has Fill the container no more Become familiar with the state been designed for the vehicle. than 95% full to allow for and local laws that apply to Contact your dealer or trailering expansion.
  • Page 346 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
  • Page 347 minutes before turning the engine off. If the overheat warning comes Reduce speed and shift to a lower on, see gear starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the Making very sharp turns while transmission is not shifted down, the trailering could cause the trailer to brakes might get hot and no longer come in contact with the vehicle.
  • Page 348 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct apply the parking brake and shift equipment is not used or the...
  • Page 349 important for your safety and that of For kingpin weight and trailer your passengers. Read this section tongue weight information, see carefully before pulling a trailer. Weight of the Trailer Tongue later Pulling a trailer improperly can in this section. damage the vehicle and result in Use the following chart to determine costly repairs not covered by the...
  • Page 350 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 903 kg (6,400 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 4.3L V6 (b) 4.10 2 223 kg (4,900 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 3 311 kg (7,300 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42...
  • Page 351 6.2L V8 3.42 4 355 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.73 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Short Box (b) 4.3L V6 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08...
  • Page 352 1500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 039 kg (6,700 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 994 kg (6,600 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73...
  • Page 353 5.3L V8 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 6.2L V8 3.42 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.73 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb)
  • Page 354 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box...
  • Page 355 3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73...
  • Page 356 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 082 kg (9,000 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 123 kg (13,500 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 3500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box...
  • Page 357 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 169 kg (13,600 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 3 946 kg (8,700 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb)
  • Page 358 1500 Weight-Carrying 363 kg (800 lb) 1500 Weight-Distributing 544 kg (1,200 lb) 2500/3500 Weight-Carrying or 680 kg (1,500 lb) Standard Box Weight-Distributing 2500/ Weight-Carrying or 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3500 Long Box Weight-Distributing 2500 Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck 1 361 kg (3,000 lb) 3500 Single Rear Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck 1 814 kg (4,000 lb)
  • Page 359 After loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are Be sure the vehicle's tires are It is important that the combination proper. If they are not, adjustments inflated to the inflation pressures of the tow vehicle and trailer does might be made by moving some found on the Certification/Tire label...
  • Page 360 Consider using sway controls with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional about sway controls or refer to the trailer manufacturer's The correct hitch equipment helps recommendations and instructions. maintain combination control. Many trailers can be towed with a weight-carrying hitch which simply features a coupler latched to the A weight distributing hitch may be hitch ball, or a tow eye latched to a...
  • Page 361 1500 Up to 7,000 lb Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation 1500 Over 7,000 lb Required 2500/3500 Up to 18,000 lb Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation When using a weight-distributing (kingpin weight) on the tow vehicle hitch, measure distance (1) before than conventional trailers.
  • Page 362 forward that it will contact the back step bumper, safety chains may be If equipped, this relay will be on the of the cab in sharp turns. This is attached to the attaching points on driver side of the vehicle, next to the especially important for short box the bumper;...
  • Page 363 For vehicles equipped with heavy headlamps as a second way to duty trailering, the harness boost the vehicle system and All regular, double cab, and crew connector is mounted in the bumper. charge the battery. cab pickups have a seven-wire The seven-wire harness contains trailer towing harness.
  • Page 364 If the vehicle is equipped with the Tow/Haul is a feature that assists heavy-duty trailering option, see when pulling a heavy trailer or a Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness large or heavy load. See Package earlier in this section. When the camper-wiring harness is Tow/Haul is designed to be most ordered without the heavy-duty effective when the vehicle and...
  • Page 365: Control (Tsc)

    Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul This symbol is on the Trailer Brake all of these systems are fully when lightly loaded or with no trailer Control Panel on vehicles with an operational to ensure full at all will not cause damage. Integrated Trailer Brake Control functionality of the ITBC system.
  • Page 366: Instrument Panel

    Activate the Manual Trailer along with the Trailer Brake Display Brake Apply Lever. Page on the DIC to adjust and display power output to the trailer TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be brakes. adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected.
  • Page 367 A trailer with electric brakes has The trailer's and the vehicle's brake Use the following to adjust Trailer become disconnected (a lamps will come on when either Gain for each towing condition: CHECK TRAILER WIRING vehicle brakes or manual trailer 1.
  • Page 368 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING: This the trailer wiring. This message vehicle loading, trailer loading, message will display if: will also turn off if it is or road surface conditions acknowledged. 1. The ITBC system first change or if trailer wheel lock-up To determine if the electrical fault is determines connection to a...
  • Page 369 SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE A GM dealer may be able to If TSC is enabled, the Traction SYSTEM: This message will display diagnose and repair problems with Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak when there is a problem with the the trailer. However, any diagnosis warning light will flash on the ITBC system.
  • Page 370: Equipment

    The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Even if the vehicle is equipped with TSC, trailer sway could result in loss of control and the vehicle could crash. If excessive trailer sway is detected, slow down to a safe speed.
  • Page 371 Before installing a snow plow on the provided certain weights, such as But, even this may be too much if vehicle, here are some things you the weights on the vehicle's axles there is other equipment already need to know: and the Gross Vehicle Weight adding to the weight of the vehicle.
  • Page 372 The snow plow manufacturer or In order to calculate the amount of installer can assist you in weight any front accessory, such as determining the amount of rear a snow plow, is adding to the front ballast required, to help make axle, use the following formula: sure the snowplow/vehicle combination does not exceed...
  • Page 373 For example, adding a 318 kg (700 lb) snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the On some vehicles that have rear weight distribution ratio is front axle. Using the formula, if the certain front mounted equipment, necessary to provide proper snow plow is 122 cm (4 ft) in front of such as a snow plow, it may be...
  • Page 374: Roof

    See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on the vehicle. Also, We are aware that some vehicle owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed. Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there are Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow differences between a chassis cab...
  • Page 375: General Information

    Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Headlamp Aiming ..10-39 (6.0L V8 Engine Only) ..10-26 Engine Fan ....10-26 Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 376 Engine Compartment Fuse Different Size Tires and Block ..... 10-44 Wheels ....10-74 For service and parts needs, visit Instrument Panel Fuse Uniform Tire Quality...
  • Page 377: Service Work

    cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or emit these chemicals.
  • Page 378: Hood

    This vehicle has an airbag system. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to Before attempting to do your own find the secondary hood release. To open the hood: service work, see The handle is under the front edge of the hood near the center.
  • Page 380: Engine Oil

    1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Checking Engine Oil under 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 3. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid under 5. Automatic Transmission Dipstick 12.
  • Page 382: Automatic Transmission

    1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid under 3. Coolant Surge Tank and 11. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Pressure Cap. See 5. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. See How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid under 6.
  • Page 384: Fluid

    1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Remote Negative ( ) Location. For diesel engine vehicles, see Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 10. Power Steering Fluid supplement. 3. Coolant Surge Tank and Reservoir. See Pressure Cap. See To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
  • Page 385 what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle get an accurate reading, the vehicle may be hot;...
  • Page 386 Add enough oil to put the level Cold Temperature Operation: In an somewhere in the proper operating area of extreme cold, where the range. Push the dipstick all the way temperature falls below 29°C back in when through. ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in the 4.3L or 6.0L engine.
  • Page 387 engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, Used engine oil contains certain at this time, the system must be elements that can be unhealthy for reset. For vehicles without the This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON that indicates when to change the...
  • Page 388 The oil life system can also be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Reset the system whenever the the engine off. engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next 2. Fully press the accelerator pedal engine oil change.
  • Page 389 pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, move the shift lever back to P (Park). Use of the incorrect automatic 4. Allow the engine to idle (500 transmission fluid may damage 800 rpm) for at least one minute. the vehicle, and the damage may Too much or too little fluid can Slowly release the brake pedal.
  • Page 390 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out 6. Perform a hot check at the first the dipstick and wipe it with a opportunity after the Use this procedure only as a clean rag or paper towel. transmission reaches a normal reference to determine if the operating temperature between transmission has enough fluid to be...
  • Page 391 Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper fluid level. If readings are still 1. Locate the transmission dipstick inconsistent, contact the dealer. 5. Safe operating level is within the at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the compartment, on the passenger...
  • Page 392: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top-off the fluid level. It is not necessary to regularly Remove the cap only when Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the check clutch fluid unless you necessary to add the proper fluid scheduled maintenance intervals suspect there is a leak in the until the level reaches the MIN line.
  • Page 393 3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) and the connector harness from the cover. helps to stop flames if the engine 4. Remove the four screws (1) on backfires. Use caution when top of the cover of the housing working on the engine and do not and lift up the cover.
  • Page 394 An electric engine cooling fan can Heater and radiator hoses, and start even when the engine is not other engine parts, can be very running. To avoid injury, always hot. Do not touch them. If you do, keep hands, clothing, and tools you can be burned.
  • Page 395 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, vehicle warranty. Always use nothing else needs to be added. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant This mixture: Adding only plain water or some in the vehicle. other liquid to the cooling system Gives freezing protection down can be dangerous.
  • Page 396 The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the mixture can freeze and crack passenger side of the vehicle. See engine cooling parts. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant The vehicle must be on a level for the cooling system.
  • Page 397: Engine Coolant

    1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant You can be burned if you spill the cap when the cooling system, surge tank pressure cap and coolant on hot engine parts. including the surge tank pressure upper radiator hose, is no Coolant contains ethylene glycol cap, is hot.
  • Page 398: Engine Overheating

    mixture to the coolant surge tank If the decision is made not to lift the until the level reaches the FULL hood when this warning appears, COLD mark. get service help right away. See Running the engine without 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. coolant may cause damage or a fire.
  • Page 399 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP necessary. ENGINE or the ENGINE 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Steam from an overheated engine the road, shift to P (Park) or message, along with a low coolant...
  • Page 400 as normal idle speed for at least distances and/or towing a trailer in fan noise. Under heavy vehicle five minutes while the vehicle is the overheat protection mode loading, trailer towing, and/or high parked. If the warning is still there, should be avoided.
  • Page 401 and indicates that the cooling system is functioning properly. The fans will change to low speed when To check the power steering fluid: additional cooling is no longer required. 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. The electric engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been 2.
  • Page 402: Washer Fluid

    ignition cycle. When the WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message displays, washer fluid will need to Do not mix water with Use of the incorrect fluid may be added to the windshield washer ready-to-use washer fluid. damage the vehicle and the fluid reservoir.
  • Page 403: Brakes

    pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be This vehicle has front and rear disc required. Continuing to drive with worn-out brakes. brake pads could result in costly Disc brake pads have built-in wear brake repair. Every time the brakes are applied, indicators that make a high-pitched with or without the vehicle moving,...
  • Page 404: Brake Fluid

    A fluid leak in the brake change in many other ways if the When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause wrong replacement brake parts are level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level. Have the brake installed.
  • Page 405: Battery

    The fluid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have the brake Refer to the replacement number hydraulic system checked to see if Using the wrong fluid can shown on the original battery label there is a leak. badly damage brake when a new battery is needed.
  • Page 406 Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to you and gas that can explode. to determine when to You can be badly hurt if you are check the lubricant. not careful. See for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
  • Page 407 Refer to to determine how often to change the lubricant. Refer to determine what kind of lubricant to use. 1. Fill Plug 1. Fill Plug 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak To get an accurate reading, the is suspected, or an unusual noise is vehicle should be on a level...
  • Page 408 out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Refer to Therefore, a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has determine what kind of lubricant been driven will appear to have a to use. lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two.
  • Page 409 To get an accurate reading, the proper level is from 17 mm to vehicle should be on a level 21 mm (0.6 in to 0.8 in) below surface. the bottom of the fill plug hole, located on the rear axle. Add For all 4.3L and 5.3L 1500 only enough fluid to reach the Series applications, the proper...
  • Page 410 Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: Removal or rendering engine speed 1. The removal or rendering governor, if the vehicle has one, inoperative so as to allow engine inoperative by any person, other speed to exceed manufacturer When you are doing this than for purposes of maintenance, repair or...
  • Page 411: Services

    3. For automatic transmission normal effort. If the shift lever vehicles, try to start the engine moves out of P (Park), contact in each gear. The vehicle should your dealer for service. start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service.
  • Page 412: Check

    To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to Allowing the wiper arm to touch P (Park). Then release the the windshield when no wiper parking brake followed by the blade is installed could damage regular brake.
  • Page 413 Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer.
  • Page 414 1. Open the hood. To replace the front fog lamp bulb: 2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Locate the fog lamp under the assembly cover by turning it front bumper. counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical 3. Turn the bulb socket connector from the fog lamp bulb counterclockwise to remove it assembly by pressing the...
  • Page 415 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws and pull rearward until disengaging the two outer pins on the taillamp 1. Back-Up Lamp assembly from the vehicle. 1. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn 2. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn 3. Turn the bulb socket Signal Lamp Signal Lamp counterclockwise to remove it 2.
  • Page 416 To replace one of these bulbs: To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Locate the license plate lamp under the rear bumper. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
  • Page 417 headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off. Front Turn Signal 7443 LL Lamp and Parking Lamp If the wiper motor overheats due to The vehicle has fuses to protect heavy snow or ice, the windshield High-Beam 9005 LL against an electrical system...
  • Page 418 Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure Spilling liquid on any electrical you replace a bad fuse with a new If the vehicle has a diesel engine, component on the vehicle may one of the identical size and rating.
  • Page 419 Trailer Brake Trailer Battery Antilock Brake System Pump Instrument Panel BEC 1 MSB Passenger 4WD Trec Electric Parking Brake Instrument Panel BEC 2 MSB Driver Rear Window Defogger Starter...
  • Page 420: Parking Lamps

    Cooling Fan 1 Fuel Pump Power Air Conditioning Module Compressor Clutch Cooling Fan 2 Upfitter Switch 1 Heated Mirrors Upfitter 2 Upfitter 1 Front Wiper Center Trailer Stop/Turn High-Mounted Antilock Brake Lamps, Left Stoplamp System Valves Trailer Park Lamps Miscellaneous Upfitter SW 2 Ignition Trailer...
  • Page 421: Fog Lamps

    Oxygen Sensor B Air Conditioning Fuel Pump Compressor/ Throttle Control Upfitter 2 Battery Regulated Horn Voltage Control Upfitter 3 Fog Lamp Upfitter 4 Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensor A Trailer Park Lamps Module/ Run/Crank Engine Control Battery Pack Module Upfitter 1 Transmission Interior Heater Control Module/...
  • Page 422: Block

    Rear Window Defogger Engine Control Module Cooling Fan Clutch The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block.
  • Page 424 The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Discrete Logic Ignition Spare features shown. Switch Spare Switch Backlighting Accessory Power Park Enable/ Outlet 2 Body Control Electrically Adjustable Module 1 Pedals SEO Retained Accessory Power Spare Universal Garage Spare...
  • Page 425 Run/Crank Accessory Power Outlet 1/Cigarette Lighter The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block.
  • Page 427: Rear Seats

    The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Export/Power Take Retained Accessory features shown. Off/SEO Battery 1 Power/Accessory Obstacle Detection/ Rear Sliding Accessory Power USB Ports Window Open Outlet 3 Body Control Rear Sliding Window Accessory Power Module 2 Close...
  • Page 428 and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can cause a crash. If the tread Every new GM vehicle has is badly worn, high-quality tires made by a replace them. Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer. See the same danger as Replace any tires that the warranty manual for overloaded tires.
  • Page 429 If using winter tires: Use tires of the same brand and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally tread type on all four wheel all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter positions. designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered...
  • Page 430: Low-Profile Tires

    If the vehicle has P275/55R20, This vehicle may have All-Terrain Tires. These tires provide good P285/50R20, or P285/45R22 performance on most road surfaces, size tires, they are classified as weather conditions, and for off-road low-profile tires. driving. See The tread pattern on these tires may wear more quickly than other tires.
  • Page 431: Tire Pressure

    week of the year 2010 would resistance. For more have a four-digit DOT date information, see Original of 0310. equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance The letters and numbers Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT code are the can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall.
  • Page 432 U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Original Safety Standards. equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance The last four criteria have a TPC specification digits of the TIN indicate the tire code molded onto the sidewall. manufactured date. The first two GM's TPC specifications meet or digits represent the week exceed all federal safety...
  • Page 433 The type would mean that the tire's of cord and number of plies in sidewall is 75 percent as high as the sidewall and under the tread. it is wide. A letter Maximum load that can code is used to indicate the type be carried and the maximum of ply construction in the tire.
  • Page 434 (LT-Metric) tire illustration, it (single/dual). The speed rating is would mean that the tire's the maximum speed a tire is sidewall is 75 percent as high as certified to carry a load. it is wide. A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
  • Page 435 A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Gross Axle Weight cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See tread. Cords may be made from passengers and cargo. steel or other reinforcing A code molded materials.
  • Page 436 model name molding that is The portion of a tire load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall pressure for that tire. of the tire.
  • Page 437 A tire Load on an individual tire Tires need the correct amount of information system that provides due to curb weight, accessory air pressure to operate consumers with ratings for a weight, occupant weight, and effectively. tire's traction, temperature, and cargo weight.
  • Page 438 The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one. See indicates the original equipment Overinflated tires, or tires that tires and the correct cold tire for additional have too much air, can inflation pressures.
  • Page 439 add air until the recommended vehicle placard or tire inflation Please note that the TPMS is not a pressure label. (If your vehicle has substitute for proper tire pressure is reached. If the tires of a different size than the size maintenance, and it is the driver's inflation pressure is high, press indicated on the vehicle placard or...
  • Page 440 wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tires and transmit the tire buttons, tire pressure levels can be the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure readings to a receiver viewed. For additional information Always check the TPMS malfunction located in the vehicle. and details about the DIC operation telltale after replacing one or more and displays, see...
  • Page 441 The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS can warn about a low process was not done or not tire pressure condition but it does completed successfully after not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires. The maintenance.
  • Page 442 Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. If the vehicle has an uplevel being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, DIC, use the DIC controls on the wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger right side of the steering wheel TPMS could cause the TPMS...
  • Page 443 The tire has a bump, bulge, 6. Start with the driver side 11. Turn the ignition switch to or split. front tire. LOCK/OFF. 7. Place the relearn tool against 12. Set all four tires to the The tire has a puncture, cut, the tire sidewall, near the valve recommended air pressure or other damage that cannot...
  • Page 444 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, also see Use this rotation pattern when Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires if the vehicle rotating the tires if the vehicle has dual rear wheels (except has polished forged aluminum polished forged aluminum dual rear wheels.
  • Page 445: System

    Loading Information label after Lightly coat the center of the the tires have been rotated. See wheel hub with wheel bearing When the vehicle is new, grease after a wheel change or or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, tire rotation to prevent corrosion or wheel nut is replaced, check the or rust build-up.
  • Page 446 maintenance affect how fast aging takes place. GM recommends that tires, including the spare if If the vehicle is operated with a equipped, be replaced after six tire that is underinflated, the tire years, regardless of tread wear. The can overheat. An overheated tire tire manufacturer date is the last can lose air suddenly or catch four digits of the DOT Tire...
  • Page 447 Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire information on proper tire cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring rotation. However, if it is may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec necessary to replace only one driving.
  • Page 448 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Mixing tires of different sizes, Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle. See brands, or types may cause vehicle may cause the wheel for the label loss of control of the vehicle, rim flanges to develop cracks location and more information resulting in a crash or other...
  • Page 449 nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found tires. there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety if While the tires available on sidewall between tread shoulder tires not recommended for those...
  • Page 450 graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The graded 100.
  • Page 451 surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new The wrong wheel can also cause road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
  • Page 452: Tires

    Tire chains used on a vehicle If the vehicle does not have dual without the proper amount of wheels and has a tire size other Replacing a wheel with a used clearance can cause damage to than P265/65R18, P275/55R20, one is dangerous. How it has the brakes, suspension, or other LT265/70R17, LT265/70R18, been used or how far it has been...
  • Page 453 It is unusual for a tire to blowout 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. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to Re-inflating a tire after it has been dangerous without the...
  • Page 454 6. Place wheel blocks on both Changing a tire can be sides of the tire at the dangerous. The vehicle can slip opposite corner of the tire off the jack and roll over or fall being changed. causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire.
  • Page 455 1. Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder. 2. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. 3. Turn the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 456 1. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the spare tire lock (10). To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key turn and pull straight out. 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (10) of the extension through the hole (9) in the rear bumper.
  • Page 457 5. Pull the spare tire out from under The tools you will be using include the vehicle. the jack (1), the wheel blocks (2), the jack handle (3), the jack handle Use the following pictures and extensions (4), and the wheel instructions to remove the flat tire wrench (5).
  • Page 458 2. If the vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened.
  • Page 459 4. Position the jack under the 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, for vehicle, as shown. If the flat tire 1500 models position the jack is on the front of the vehicle under the rear axle about 5 cm (1500 models), position the jack (2 in) inboard of the shock under the bracket attached to...
  • Page 460 For all other models, position the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor and the shock Raising the vehicle with the jack absorber bracket. improperly positioned can If a snow plow has been added damage the vehicle and even to the front of the vehicle, lower make the vehicle fall.
  • Page 461 towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts If wheel studs are damaged, they a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might can break. If all the studs on a remove all rust or dirt.
  • Page 462 service whenever you have a tire removed or serviced. See Wheel nuts that are improperly or sequence and to the proper incorrectly tightened can cause torque specification. See When reinstalling the regular wheel the wheels to become loose or Capacities and Specifications for and tire, also reinstall either the come off.
  • Page 463 Store the tire under the rear of the 10. Hoist End of Extension Tool vehicle in the spare tire carrier. 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear.
  • Page 464 To store the jack and jack tools: 4. Insert the hoist end (10) through the hole (9) in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft. Do not use the chiseled end of 7. Make sure the tire is stored the wheel wrench.
  • Page 465: Full-Size Spare Tire

    1. Put the tools (4) in the tool how to remove, install, or store a bag (5) and place them in the spare tire, see retaining bracket (3). four-wheel drive when a different 2. Tighten down the wing nut (3). If equipped with a temporary use size spare tire is installed on the full-size spare tire, it is indicated on...
  • Page 466 Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not For more information about the fit. Keep your spare tire and its Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see wheel together. If the vehicle has a in costly damage to the vehicle spare tire that does not match the that would not be covered by the...
  • Page 467 2. If you have a vehicle with a procedure. Put the automatic avoid sparks and help save both diesel engine with two batteries, transmission in P (Park) or a batteries. And it could save the you should know before you manual transmission in Neutral radio! begin that, especially in cold...
  • Page 468 6. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that get a shock. The vehicles could when the engine is not running first.
  • Page 469 9. Connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. 10.
  • Page 470 If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting vehicle may cause damage. The may occur and damage the damage would not be covered by vehicle. The repairs would not be the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 471: Recreational Vehicle

    Consult your dealer or a Here are some important things to professional towing service if the consider before recreational vehicle disabled vehicle must be towed. towing: To tow the vehicle behind another What is the towing capacity of vehicle for recreational purposes, the towing vehicle? Be sure to such as behind a motor home, see read the tow vehicle...
  • Page 472 Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is transmissions have no provisions See your dealer for the procedure to towed with the rear wheels on the for internal lubrication while being tow this vehicle.
  • Page 473 Use the following procedure to dolly tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: products can be obtained from 1. Attach the dolly to the tow your dealer. Follow all vehicle following the dolly manufacturer directions regarding manufacturer's instructions. correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory.
  • Page 474 This symbol is on any underhood compartment electrical Application of aftermarket clearcoat center that should not be power sealant/wax materials is not Machine compounding or washed. This could cause damage recommended. If painted surfaces aggressive polishing on a that would not be covered by the are damaged, see your dealer to basecoat/clearcoat paint finish vehicle warranty.
  • Page 475 The bright metal moldings on the rinse the bedliner surface following emblems. Follow instructions under vehicle are aluminum. To prevent a chemical spill to avoid permanent "Washing the Vehicle" previously in damage always follow these damage. this section. cleaning instructions: Spray-in bedliners can fade from Lamp covers are made of plastic, Be sure the molding is cool to...
  • Page 476 Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty Failure to clean lamps properly Using petroleum-based tire conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, can cause damage to the lamp dressing products on the vehicle snow, and ice.
  • Page 477 washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can develop. or sodium chloride. These Visually inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for chlorides are used on roads for damaged, loose, or missing parts or conditions such as ice and dust.
  • Page 478 Never use a brush with stiff Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the Never rub any surface and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive causing blotchy, ring-shaped permanent damage.
  • Page 479 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive prevent forcing the soil in to the...
  • Page 480 these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a of leather or soft trim and are not microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. recommended. Use a soft microfiber cloth Before wiping the surface with the dampened with water to remove microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle dust and loose dirt.
  • Page 481: Safety Belts

    Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage: Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended Do not bleach or dye safety belts. that GM certified floor mats be It may severely weaken them.
  • Page 507: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
  • Page 508: Vehicle Identification

    If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's...
  • Page 509 Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
  • Page 510 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 View maintenance schedules, and who use Text Telephones www.gm.ca required alerts, OnStar onboard (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY vehicle diagnostic information, and 1-800-263-3777 (English) equipment available at its Customer schedule service appointments. 1-800-263-7854 (French) Assistance Center.
  • Page 511 General Motors of Canada also has vehicle. a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives.
  • Page 512 Roadside Assistance is not a part of Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When calling Roadside Assistance, nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of have the following information warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to ready:...
  • Page 513 Towing or services for vehicles If the vehicle cannot be scheduled driven on a non-public road or assistance cannot be provided into the service department highway. right away, the Roadside immediately, keep driving it until it Assistance advisor may give can be scheduled for service, permission to get local unless, of course, the problem is...
  • Page 514: Agreements

    Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes Your dealer may arrange to provide reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service you with a courtesy rental vehicle or warranty repairs are required.
  • Page 515 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any All program options, such as shuttle related failures are not covered by service, may not be available at that warranty.
  • Page 516 center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Driver license number.
  • Page 517 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that damage repairs, GM recommends insurance company's collision policy that you take an active role in its...
  • Page 518 To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Technical Service Bulletins and toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Manuals are available for current (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to and past model GM vehicles. ORDER TOLL FREE: write to: 1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday Administrator, NHTSA 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
  • Page 519 Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33170 The vehicle has a number of believe that the vehicle has a safety Detroit, MI 48232-5170 computers that record information...
  • Page 520 These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or event data recorder EDR.
  • Page 521 OnStar Terms and Conditions and GM vehicles does not use or record Privacy Statement on the OnStar personal information or link with any website. other GM system containing personal information. If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the This vehicle has systems that system may result in the storage of...
  • Page 523: Onstar Overview

    Press 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 524 Press the OnStar Emergency button to get a priority connection to an OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Advisor available Directions and Connections 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or Be a Good Samaritan or...
  • Page 525 2. Say Repeat. System responds After the call ends, press the Go with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to responds with OnStar ready, begin driving directions. then a tone. If directions are downloaded to the 1.
  • Page 526 Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . System responds: ® mobile app to select Apple OnStar Ready, followed by 1. Press . System responds: ® Android , and BlackBerry devices a tone. OnStar ready. to check vehicle fuel level, oil life, 2.
  • Page 527: Vehicle Checks

    Automatic Crash Response, Press and say Minutes then Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Verify to check how many minutes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle remain and their expiration date. Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will can assist in canceling or removing...
  • Page 528 to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a system can provide in-vehicle may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network access to all of the OnStar services, discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming. except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
  • Page 529 change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the after the vehicle is driven into an current number. vehicle.
  • Page 530 THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF The OnStar system is integrated ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT vehicle. Do not add any electrical libcurl and unzip software. Below LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES equipment.
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