Chevrolet Silverado 2015 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 2015 Silverado chevrolet.com (U.S.) chevrolet.gm.ca (Canada) chevrolet.com.mx (Mexico)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls . - Page 3 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
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Page 4: Using This Manual
à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the the CHEVROLET Emblem, Attention: Customer Service features. - Page 5 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols Caution Cautions The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of Text marked Caution provides text. Symbols are shown along with Danger information that may indicate a the text describing the operation or hazard that could result in injury information relating to a specific Text marked...
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Page 6: Index
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Heated Steering Wheel and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index. - Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
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Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-12 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Steering Wheel System ..... 1-25 Adjustment . -
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Base Shown, Uplevel Similar... - Page 10 In Brief 1. Instrument Panel Illumination 8. Hazard Warning Flashers on 14. Data Link Connector (DLC) Control on page 6-6. page 6-4. (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-21. 2. Integrated Trailer Brake Control 9. Shift Lever. See Automatic (ITBC) System (If Equipped).
- Page 11 In Brief 21. Heated and Cooled Front Cargo Lamp on page 6-6. Power Take Off (PTO) Seats on page 3-9 (If Button (If Equipped). See the Parking Assist Button (If Equipped). Duramax diesel supplement. Equipped). See Assistance 22. Climate Control Systems (with Auxiliary Button (If Equipped).
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Page 12: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Information Operation on page 2-3. This section provides a brief Remote Vehicle Start overview about some of the important features that may or may If equipped, the engine can be not be on your specific vehicle. -
Page 13: Door Locks
In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. - Page 14 In Brief Power Windows Press the switch to lower the Power Sliding Rear Window window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See Windows on page 2-18 and Power Windows on page 2-19. Express Windows If equipped, the express window feature allows the windows to be raised or lowered without holding the switch.
- Page 15 In Brief If equipped, raise or lower the The power sliding rear window 3. Try to move the seat back and seat by moving the rear of the cannot be operated manually. See forth to be sure it is locked in control up or down.
- Page 16 In Brief Power Lumbar Press and hold the control down 2. To recline, move the seatback to increase lower lumbar support rearward to the desired position, and decrease upper lumbar then release the lever to lock the support. seatback in place. See Lumbar Adjustment on 3.
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Page 17: Memory Features
1-10 In Brief Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Heated and Cooled Front Seats Crew/Double Cab Shown, Other To recline a power seatback, Models Similar Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons if equipped: Shown, Heated Seat Buttons If equipped, the SET, "1," "2," and Tilt the top of the control Similar (Exit) buttons on the driver door... -
Page 18: Passenger Sensing System
In Brief 1-11 Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Press to cool the driver or passenger seat. System See Heated and Cooled Front Seats The passenger sensing system, on page 3-9. if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Head Restraint under certain conditions. -
Page 19: Mirror Adjustment
1-12 In Brief Exterior Mirrors 2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad to move the Manual Mirrors mirror up, down, right, or left. If equipped, adjust manual mirrors 3. Adjust each outside mirror so by moving them up and down or left that a little of the vehicle and the to right to see a little of the side of area behind it can be seen. - Page 20 In Brief 1-13 2. Press the arrows on the control Interior Mirror Steering Wheel pad while the indicator light on Adjustment Adjustment the (1) or (3) button is illuminated, to move the mirror Adjust the mirror for a clear view of up, down, right, or left.
- Page 21 1-14 In Brief Tilt and Telescoping Steering The ignition may need to be set Wheel to the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position to disengage the tilt and telescoping steering column and allow easier adjustment. 2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to move the steering wheel up or down, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
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Page 22: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-15 Interior Lighting DOOR: The lamps come on automatically when a door is Dome Lamps opened. ON: Turns all dome lamps on. Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. For more information about interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6. - Page 23 1-16 In Brief Exterior Lighting AUTO: Automatically turns on the Windshield Wiper/Washer headlamps at normal brightness, together with the following: Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps The windshield wiper control is on Roof Marker Lamps (If the turn signal lever. Equipped) The windshield wipers are controlled The exterior lamp control is on the...
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Page 24: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-17 Climate Controls : Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. the windshield. Climate Control System (with Heater Only) See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-4. - Page 25 1-18 In Brief Climate Control System (with Air Conditioning) Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) Outside Heated Mirror (If Equipped) Outside Air (If Equipped) 1. Fan Control 4. Defrost 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control 6.
- Page 26 In Brief 1-19 Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the automatic transmission shift lever. To enable: 1. Driver Temperature Control 10. Rear Window Defogger 1. Move the shift lever to the 2.
- Page 27 1-20 In Brief 2. Press the plus/minus buttons on Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9-37. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used.
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Page 28: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-21 Automatic Transfer Case Do not use AUTO mode to park on Vehicle Features a steep grade with poor traction such as ice, snow, mud or gravel. In Infotainment System AUTO mode only the rear wheels will hold the vehicle from sliding The base radio and base radio with when parked. -
Page 29: Portable Audio Devices
1-22 In Brief www.xmradio.ca or call Setting the Clock : Press to go to the Home Page. 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). See Clock on page 5-5. MENU: Press to select a menu. See Satellite Radio on page 7-10. : Press to seek the previous Satellite Radio station or track. -
Page 30: Onstar Overview
In Brief 1-23 The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone Steering Wheel Controls ® : If equipped with OnStar or a must be paired with the in-vehicle ® Bluetooth system, press to interact Bluetooth system before it can be with those systems. See OnStar used in the vehicle. - Page 31 1-24 In Brief Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 9-56.
- Page 32 In Brief 1-25 Forward Collision Alert The LDW indicator, , appears (FCA) System green if a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane, the If equipped, FCA may help avoid or indicator will change to amber and reduce the harm caused by flash.
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Page 33: Parking Assist
1-26 In Brief Parking Assist The vehicle may have up to four Universal Remote System accessory power outlets. If equipped, Rear Parking Assist Vehicles with a Center Console (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and One or two in front of the avoiding objects while in cupholders on the center... - Page 34 In Brief 1-27 Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of the TILT switch to deflector will automatically raise. vent the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold The sunroof also has a sunshade...
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Page 35: Maintenance
1-28 In Brief To turn off both traction control Performance and The low tire pressure warning light and StabiliTrak, press and alerts to a significant loss in Maintenance hold until illuminate pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, in the instrument cluster and the Traction Control/ stop as soon as possible and inflate... -
Page 36: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-29 Engine Oil Life System The oil life system can also be reset Driving for Better Fuel as follows: Economy The engine oil life system calculates 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with engine oil life based on vehicle use Driving habits can affect fuel the engine off. -
Page 37: Onstar Services
Program subscription. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5. -
Page 38: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-13 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-13 Keys Trailer-Tow Mirrors . - Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Keys Programming without a Recognized Key Follow these procedures to program Program a new key to the vehicle up to eight keys to the vehicle. when a recognized key is not Programming with a available. Canadian regulations Recognized Key require that owners see their dealer.
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Page 40: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Repeat Steps 2 4 two more Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry times. After the third time, turn to (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no See Radio Frequency Statement on The RKE transmitter functions may longer work with the vehicle. - Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows exterior lamps may turn on. See when is pressed again within Vehicle Personalization on three seconds. See Vehicle page 5-46. Personalization on page 5-46. Pressing on the RKE transmitter Pressing arms the content disarms the content theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system.
- Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows RUN or is pressed again. The Caution ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work. When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on Programming Transmitters to the transmitter. Static from your the Vehicle body could damage the Only RKE transmitters programmed...
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Page 43: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows There is an emission control Remote Vehicle Start When the vehicle starts, the system malfunction and the parking lamps will turn on. The If equipped with the remote start malfunction indicator lamp is on. doors will be locked and the feature, the climate control system climate control system may The engine will turn off during a... - Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows Canceling a Remote Start There are several ways to lock and Warning (Continued) unlock the vehicle. To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: From outside, use the Remote passengers should wear Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or safety belts properly and the Press and hold until the...
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Page 45: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Pressing the power lock switch twice overrides the delayed locking feature and immediately locks all doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. Turn delayed locking on or off using vehicle personalization. -
Page 46: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remove the key from the Doors ignition for a manual transmission. Tailgate Lockout Protection Warning If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver It is extremely dangerous to ride door is open and the key is in the on the tailgate, even when the ignition, all of the doors will lock and vehicle is operated at low speeds. - Page 47 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows To shut the tailgate, firmly push it To remove the tailgate: 2. With the tailgate about halfway upward until it latches. open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot. After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely.
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Page 48: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Vehicle Security Slow Flash: Alarm system is If the driver door is opened without armed. first unlocking the RKE transmitter, This vehicle has theft-deterrent the horn will chirp and the lights will Arming the Alarm System features;... -
Page 49: Immobilizer Operation
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation The security light, in the instrument accident: cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming Lock the vehicle after all the theft-deterrent system. occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed. -
Page 50: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors Using hood-mounted air deflectors system to learn new or replacement and add-on convex mirror keys. Up to eight keys can be attachments could decrease mirror Convex Mirrors programmed for the vehicle. -
Page 51: Power Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows The lower portion of the mirror is Power Mirrors 4. Move the selector switch to the convex. A convex mirror's surface is center position when not curved to see more from the driver adjusting either outside mirror. seat. -
Page 52: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 3. Adjust each outside mirror so Folding Mirrors The mirrors may also include a that a little of the vehicle and the memory function that works with the area behind it can be seen. memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3-7. -
Page 53: Automatic Dimming Mirror
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Folding Turn Signal Indicator Automatic Dimming Mirror If equipped, push the mirror toward If equipped, indicator lights on the the vehicle to fold. Push the mirror mirror flash in the direction of the If equipped, the driver outside mirror outward to return to its original turn or lane change. -
Page 54: Reverse Tilt Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Driving with the Blind Spot adjacent lane, behind your 1. When the approaching vehicle is vehicle. Check the blind spot Mirror a long distance away, the image mirror for a vehicle in the blind in the main mirror is small and zone. -
Page 55: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Windows If equipped, push the tab forward for Interior Rearview Mirrors daytime use and pull it rearward for Warning nighttime use to avoid glare from Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless the headlamps from behind. -
Page 56: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. - Page 57 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Will stop operation when any Programming the Power Express Window Anti-Pinch door is opened. Windows Feature Press the switch down to lower the If the battery on the vehicle has If any object is in the path of the window, and pull up the front of the been recharged or disconnected, window when express-up is active,...
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Page 58: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 The anti-pinch feature can be Window Lockout Rear Windows overridden in a supervised mode. Power Sliding Rear Window Hold the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. The window rises for as long as the switch is held. -
Page 59: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows The power sliding rear window Roof Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To cannot be operated manually. open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until Sunroof Sun Visors the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully... - Page 60 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
- Page 61 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
- Page 62 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-14 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-36 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-19 Airbag System Check .
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Page 63: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same... -
Page 64: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints restraint forward, grasp the head Front Seats To adjust a manual seat: restraint and pull forward to the 1. Pull the handle at the front of desired locking position. To adjust Seat Adjustment the seat. the head restraint rearward, grasp 2. -
Page 65: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints If equipped, raise or lower the Power Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control Manual Lumbar up or down. If equipped, raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. -
Page 66: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar Press and hold the control down Warning (Continued) to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar For proper protection when the support. vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well Reclining Seatbacks back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. - Page 67 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback: Power Reclining Seatbacks 1. Lift the lever. Warning The seatback will automatically fold forward. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden 2. To recline, move the seatback stop or crash.
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Page 68: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory Positions To save positions to the 1 and 2 buttons: If the vehicle is OFF or not in P (Park), press and hold "1," "2," or 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside to manually recall the previously mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if stored memory positions. - Page 69 Seats and Restraints If the memory position is still not To stop recall movement, press one button. See Storing Memory recalling, see your dealer for of the memory, power mirror or Positions listed previously. See service. power seat controls; or press the also Vehicle Personalization on adjustable pedal control (if page 5-46.
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Page 70: Heated And Cooled Front
Seats and Restraints Heated and Cooled Front The indicator light on the button comes on when this feature is on. Seats Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Warning the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to If you cannot feel temperature the off setting. -
Page 71: Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints The heated or cooled seat indicator Rear Seats lights do not turn on during a remote start. Rear Seats (Double Cab The temperature performance of an Full Bench) unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. Folding the Rear Seat The heated or cooled seats will not turn on during a remote start unless... -
Page 72: Rear Seats (Split Bench)
Seats and Restraints 3-11 To unfold the seat: Rear Seats (Split Bench) 1. Push the seat cushion rearward Folding Rear Seat while pulling the release strap Either side of the rear seat can be loop under the seat cushion. Pull folded for added cargo space. -
Page 73: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Warning Warning (Continued) This section of the manual A safety belt that is improperly are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts routed, not properly attached, injured or killed. Do not allow properly. -
Page 74: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly... -
Page 75: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-14 Seats and Restraints There are important things to know would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause If the vehicle is a regular cab, then serious or even fatal injuries. all seating positions in the vehicle Wear the shoulder belt over the have a lap-shoulder belt. - Page 76 Seats and Restraints 3-15 The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged.
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Page 77: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
3-16 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt Adjust the height so the shoulder height adjuster, move it to the portion of the belt is on the shoulder height that is right for you. See and not falling off of it. The belt Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster should be close to, but not later in this section for... - Page 78 Seats and Restraints 3-17 After the adjuster is set to the Pretensioners work only once. If the desired position, try to move it down pretensioners activate in a crash, without pushing the release button they will need to be replaced, and to make sure it has locked into the vehicle's safety belt system will position.
- Page 79 3-18 Seats and Restraints 2. Attach the adjustable comfort 6. Adjust the guide so the shoulder guide to the anchor loop by portion of the belt is on the threading the hook through shoulder and not falling off of it. the loop.
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Page 80: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash. -
Page 81: Safety Belt Extender
3-20 Seats and Restraints But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. -
Page 82: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints 3-21 crash. They can rip apart under Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety impact forces. If a belt is torn or belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a frayed, get a new one right away. replaced. -
Page 83: Airbag System
3-22 Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on with airbags. Airbags are airbags: the instrument panel for the front designed to work with safety outboard passenger. -
Page 84: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Where Are the Airbags? Warning Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed. - Page 85 3-24 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Crew Cab Shown, The front outboard passenger Side Similar Passenger Side Double and frontal airbag is in the passenger Regular Cabs Similar side instrument panel. If the vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and If the vehicle has roof-rail airbags front outboard passenger, they are...
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Page 86: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-25 When Should an Airbag Whether the frontal airbags will or Warning (Continued) should inflate is not based primarily Inflate? on how fast the vehicle is traveling. or it might force the object into It depends on what is hit, the This vehicle is equipped with that person causing severe injury direction of the impact, and how... - Page 87 3-26 Seats and Restraints Advanced technology frontal airbags Vehicles with a GVWR at or below The roof-rail airbags are also adjust the restraint according to 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) have roof-rail rollover capable except on models crash severity. Vehicles with airbags.
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Page 88: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 an incomplete vehicle, as a chassis For airbag locations, see Where Are But airbags would not help in many cab, or with the pickup box the Airbags? on page 3-23. types of collisions, primarily removed, and has roof-rail airbags, because the occupant's motion is How Does an Airbag the roof-rail airbags are not rollover... - Page 89 3-28 Seats and Restraints The parts of the airbag that come Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may problems following an airbag the vehicle, such as the fuel be some smoke and dust coming deployment, you should seek system, brake and steering...
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Page 90: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints 3-29 to help protect you in another Airbag On-Off Switch This switch should only be turned to crash. A new system will include the off position if the person in the If the passenger side instrument airbag modules and possibly front outboard passenger position is panel endcap has the switch other parts. - Page 91 3-30 Seats and Restraints Makes the potential harm from Child age 1 to 12. A child the passenger airbag in a crash age 1 to 12 must ride in the front greater than the potential harm seat because: from turning off the airbag and My vehicle has no rear seat;...
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Page 92: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-31 To turn the front outboard passenger Warning frontal airbag on again, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, If the airbag readiness light ever and move the switch to the on comes on and stays on, it means position. - Page 93 3-32 Seats and Restraints certain conditions. No other airbag Warning Warning (Continued) is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal is off.
- Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-33 A front outboard passenger For some children, including If the On Indicator Is Lit for a takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints, and for Child Restraint seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger The passenger sensing system is sensing system may or may not turn...
- Page 95 3-34 Seats and Restraints 4. Reinstall the child restraint 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an following the directions provided restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant by the child restraint vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, manufacturer and refer to turn the vehicle off.
- Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-35 2. Remove any additional material A thick layer of additional material, Warning from the seat, such as blankets, such as a blanket or cushion, cushions, seat covers, seat or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger heaters, or seat massagers.
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Page 97: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-36 Seats and Restraints diagnostic module, steering wheel, Warning Warning instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the garnish trim, overhead console, passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the front sensors, side impact sensors, passenger seat cushion and... -
Page 98: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-37 could either prevent proper the modifications will affect the Caution (Continued) deployment of the passenger vehicle's airbag system, or if you airbag(s) or prevent the passenger have questions about whether the covering and/or airbag module sensing system from properly airbag system will be affected if the replaced. -
Page 99: Child Restraints
3-38 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that Older Children inspected and any necessary booster. Use a booster seat with a replacements made as soon as lap-shoulder belt until the child possible. - Page 100 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Can proper safety belt fit be Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort maintained for the length of the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on trip? If yes, continue. If no, page 3-14. return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics, If you have the choice, a child children are safer when properly...
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Page 101: Infants And Young
3-40 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be the way back into the retractor, Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. but it cannot do this if it is protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal wrapped around a child s neck. - Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Warning Warning (Continued) Never hold an infant or a child the front outboard seat, always while riding in a vehicle. Due to move the front passenger seat as crash forces, an infant or a child far back as it will go. will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash.
- Page 103 3-42 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer Warning add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
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Page 104: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness. -
Page 105: Where To Put The Restraint
3-44 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station. - Page 106 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Whenever possible, children age Warning Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints If a child restraint is secured in the restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag front outboard passenger seat, and...
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Page 107: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-46 Seats and Restraints Do not use child restraints in the rear-facing child restraint should not In order to use the LATCH system in center front seat position. be installed in the vehicle, even if your vehicle, you need a child the airbag is off. - Page 108 Seats and Restraints 3-47 When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor.
- Page 109 3-48 Seats and Restraints The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
- Page 110 Seats and Restraints 3-49 To assist in locating the lower Do not install a child restraint in the anchors on crew cab models, each center seating position. See seating position with lower anchors Securing Child Restraints (Center has two labels near the crease Front Seat) on page 3-58 or between the seatback and the seat Securing Child Restraints (Front...
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Page 111: System
3-50 Seats and Restraints Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the Securing a Child Restraint same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child Designed for the LATCH seating position where the child restraint will be placed. - Page 112 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Warning Warning (Continued) Caution Do not attach more than one child pulled all the way out of the Do not let the LATCH restraint to a single anchor, retractor. It unlocks when the attachments rub against the except for the center top tether shoulder belt is allowed to go all vehicle s safety belts.
- Page 113 3-52 Seats and Restraints Instead use the vehicle's anchors Refer to the child restraint If the position you are using and child restraint attachments to instructions and the following has an adjustable head secure the restraints. Some steps: restraint and you are using restraints also use another vehicle a dual tether, route the 1.1.
- Page 114 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2. Secure the child restraint in the Crew Cab Models 2. For forward-facing child right front seating position with restraints, attach and tighten the 1. Attach and tighten the lower the vehicle safety belts. See top tether to the top tether attachments to the lower Securing Child Restraints anchor (loop), if your vehicle has...
- Page 115 3-54 Seats and Restraints 2.1.3. Then attach the top through the loop on tether (4) to the top the passenger side tether and behind the anchor (loop) (1) at inboard the center rear headrest post. seating position. 2.3.3. Then attach the top 2.2.
- Page 116 Seats and Restraints 3-55 4. Before placing a child in the 2. Attach and tighten the lower 3. For forward-facing child child restraint, make sure it is attachments to the lower restraints, attach and tighten the securely held in place. To check, anchors.
- Page 117 3-56 Seats and Restraints 3.1.3. Then attach the top 3.3.2. Route the top tether (4) to the top tether (4) through the tether loop on the anchor (loop) (1) at passenger side. the center rear 3.3.3. Then attach the top seating position.
- Page 118 Seats and Restraints 3-57 5. Before placing a child in the To reinstall the headrest: To remove the headrest: child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
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Page 119: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
3-58 Seats and Restraints To reinstall the headrest: Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Center Front Seat) Warning Warning A crash can damage the LATCH A child in a child restraint in the system in the vehicle. A damaged center front seat can be badly LATCH system may not properly injured or killed by the frontal... -
Page 120: (Front Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints 3-59 Securing Child Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) (Front Passenger Seat) A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee With Passenger Sensing restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy System or killed if the front outboard under some unusual passenger airbag inflates. - Page 121 3-60 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions System) on page 3-46 for how and that came with the child restraint.
- Page 122 Seats and Restraints 3-61 4. Push the latch plate into the 7. If the vehicle does not have a buckle until it clicks. rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child Position the release button so restraint manufacturer's that the safety belt could be instructions regarding the use of...
- Page 123 3-62 Seats and Restraints If a child restraint has been installed Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) and the on indicator is lit, see If the the front unless airbag is off. This is On Indicator Is Lit for a Child because the risk to the rear-facing deploy under some unusual Restraint under Passenger Sensing...
- Page 124 Seats and Restraints 3-63 If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions passenger frontal airbag could System) on page 3-46 for how and that came with the child restraint.
- Page 125 3-64 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push the latch plate into the 5.
- Page 126 Seats and Restraints 3-65 7. If your vehicle does not have a when you remove the child restraint rear seat and your child restraint from the vehicle unless the person has a top tether, follow the child who will be sitting there is a member restraint manufacturer's of a passenger airbag risk group.
- Page 127 3-66 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires because the back of the that the top tether be anchored, or if rear-facing child restraint would the instructions that come with the be very close to the inflating...
- Page 128 Seats and Restraints 3-67 7. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46 for more information on using the top tether anchors.
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Page 129: (Rear Seat)
3-68 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that 2. Put the child restraint on forward-facing child restraints have the seat. (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run attached. - Page 130 Seats and Restraints 3-69 7. For forward-facing child restraints, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (loop). Refer to the child restraint instructions, the vehicle LATCH anchor weight limits and instructions listed in Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46.
- Page 131 3-70 Seats and Restraints See Headrest Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46 for additional information on installing the headrest properly. Crew Cab 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through 3.
- Page 132 Seats and Restraints 3-71 6. If the child restraint has a top For outboard rear seating positions, tether, follow the child restraint if the child restraint cannot be manufacturer's instructions installed properly with the headrest regarding the use of the top in place, the headrest may be tether.
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Page 134: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box ....4-2 objects in storage compartments. -
Page 135: Glove Box
Storage Glove Box Cupholders Rear Front Base There may be cupholders on the center front seat console armrest. Uplevel If equipped, the cupholder in the center console is removable and can be repositioned. Lift the cupholder from the sides to remove it. -
Page 136: Sunglasses Storage
Storage Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage Bucket Seat Bench Seat If equipped, the center console may If equipped, sunglasses storage is have the following features: If equipped, pull the front center on the overhead console. Press the seat armrest down to access the 1. -
Page 137: Floor Console Storage
Storage 9. Auxiliary Input Jack Floor Console Storage Additional Storage 10. Latch Features 11. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Cargo Tie-Downs Press the latch (10) and lift the armrest to access the main storage compartment. There is an open storage compartment on the rear of the center console. - Page 138 Storage 2. Turn the tie-down loop clockwise 5. Reinstall the tie-down loop Caution to tighten. The tie-down will be through the backing plate into hard to turn until the toggle the toggle nut for reuse. The truck bed walls will collapse if moves past the installation point the tie-downs are overloaded.
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Page 140: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-16 Front Fog Lamp Light ..5-29 Safety Belt Reminders ..5-17 Lamps On Reminder . -
Page 141: Controls
Instruments and Controls Security Messages ..5-41 Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Steering System Wheel Messages ....5-41 Steering Wheel Tire Messages . -
Page 142: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls 2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to ® (Talk): For vehicles with OnStar (Select): Press to select a move the steering wheel up or ® or a Bluetooth system, press to highlighted menu option. down, then release the lever to interact with those systems. -
Page 143: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10-37. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. -
Page 144: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass Clock The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Time and Date with Warning display on the Driver Information Faceplate Controls Center (DIC). The compass receives In freezing weather, do not use To set the time or date: its heading and other information the washer until the windshield is from the Global Positioning... -
Page 145: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: If auto timing is set, the time Power Outlets displayed on the clock may not 1. Select SETTINGS from the Accessory power outlets can be update immediately when driving Home Page, then select Time used to plug in electrical equipment, into a new time zone. - Page 146 Instruments and Controls The power outlets on the center When adding electrical equipment, Caution stack and in front of the cupholders be sure to follow the proper are powered at all times. The power installation instructions included with Leaving electrical equipment outlets inside the storage area and the equipment.
- Page 147 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns The power outlet is not designed for on to show it is in use. The light the following, and may not work Alternating Current comes on when the ignition is in properly if they are plugged in: ON/RUN, equipment requiring less Equipment with high initial peak...
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Page 148: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators... -
Page 149: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar) - Page 150 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
- Page 151 5-12 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) Phone Press to access the cluster There is an interactive display area applications. Use to scroll Press to select the Phone app, in the center of the instrument through the list of available then press to enter the Phone cluster.
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Page 152: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 viewing this page. If the selected Trip Odometer Units: Press while Units is speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up displayed to enter the Units menu. The trip odometer can show how far warning is displayed with a chime. Choose English or metric units by the vehicle has been driven since pressing... -
Page 153: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls The gauge takes a few seconds Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel to stabilize after the ignition is gauge indicates about how much turned on, and goes back to fuel is left in the tank. empty when the ignition is There is an arrow near the fuel turned off. -
Page 154: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-15 A reading outside the normal If the vehicle has a diesel engine, operating range can be caused by a see the Duramax diesel dangerously low oil level or some supplement. other problem causing low oil Engine Coolant pressure. -
Page 155: Voltmeter Gauge
5-16 Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge voltmeter gauge may also read lower when in fuel economy mode. This is normal. Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. -
Page 156: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Readings outside the normal the driver remains or becomes flashes and a chime may come on operating range indicate a possible unbuckled while the vehicle is to remind passengers to fasten their problem in the electrical system. moving. -
Page 157: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Airbag Readiness Light Warning This light shows if there is an If the airbag readiness light stays electrical problem with the airbag on after the vehicle is started or system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger comes on while driving, it means sensing system (if equipped), the the airbag system might not be... - Page 158 Instruments and Controls 5-19 When the front outboard passenger Warning Warning frontal airbag is manually turned off using the airbag on-off switch on the If the front outboard passenger If the airbag readiness light ever instrument panel endcap, the OFF frontal airbag is turned off for a comes on and stays on, it means indicator light or the off symbol will...
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Page 159: Passenger Airbag Status
5-20 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status or either the on or off symbol to let indicator lights remain on, or if there you know the status of the front are no lights at all, there may be a outboard passenger frontal airbag. -
Page 160: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to Warning It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The started. malfunction indicator lamp comes If the airbag readiness light ever on when the vehicle is placed in If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means... - Page 161 5-22 Instruments and Controls assists the service technician in To prevent more serious damage to Caution (Continued) correctly diagnosing any the vehicle: malfunction. Reduce vehicle speed. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause Avoid hard accelerations. Caution this light to come on.
- Page 162 Instruments and Controls 5-23 The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
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Page 163: Brake System Warning
5-24 Instruments and Controls This can happen if the 12-volt If the warning light comes on, there If the light comes on while driving, battery has recently been is a brake problem. Have the brake pull off the road and stop carefully. replaced or run down. -
Page 164: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Antilock Brake System If the ABS light is the only light on, Some delay between the shifting the vehicle has regular brakes, but and the light coming on is normal. (ABS) Warning Light the antilock brakes are not See Four-Wheel Drive on page 9-41 functioning. -
Page 165: Hill Descent Control Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls Hill Descent Control Light If it does not, have the vehicle See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) serviced by your dealer. If the System on page 9-62. system is working normally, the Traction Off Light indicator light then turns off. This light comes on green when the system is on and ready to operate. -
Page 166: Stabilitrak ® Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 See Traction Control/Electronic Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on Stability Control on page 9-53. and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively ® StabiliTrak OFF Light working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-53. -
Page 167: Low Fuel Warning Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls A Driver Information Center (DIC) Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light tire pressure message may also display. See Tire Messages on page 5-42. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. -
Page 168: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog Cruise Control Light lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-5 for more information. Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the For vehicles with cruise control, the high-beam headlamps are in use. -
Page 169: Information Displays Driver Information Center
5-30 Instruments and Controls Hourmeter Information Displays recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel Unit tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. Driver Information Center Digital Speedometer Average Fuel Economy (DIC) (Base Level) The speedometer shows how fast The Average Fuel Economy display the vehicle is moving in either The DIC displays are shown in the... - Page 170 Instruments and Controls 5-31 See Tire Pressure Monitor System when the oil has just been changed. bar graph. Dashes may appear in on page 10-63 and Tire Pressure It cannot be reset accurately until the TRAILER OUTPUT display if a Monitor Operation on page 10-64.
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Page 171: (Dic) (Uplevel)
5-32 Instruments and Controls Driver Information Center : Press to move between 6. Press while an item is the interactive display zones in the (DIC) (Uplevel) highlighted to select or deselect cluster. that item. When an item is The DIC displays are shown in the selected, a checkmark will (Set/Reset): Press to open a center of the instrument cluster in... - Page 172 Instruments and Controls 5-33 L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the When the remaining oil life is low, Tire Pressure: Shows the last time this menu item was reset. the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON approximate pressures of all four This number reflects only the message will appear on the display.
- Page 173 5-34 Instruments and Controls the timer to zero, press and TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer Press to select the distance or gain setting. This setting can be hold while this display is active, reset best value. Use adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either or press and select reset.
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Page 174: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC On some vehicles, this message indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START displays if there is a problem with some action that may be needed to VEHICLE the battery charging system. -
Page 175: Brake System Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Brake System Messages When this message displays, power Door Ajar Messages is no longer available to the trailer BRAKE FLUID LOW DOOR OPEN brakes. This message is displayed when the This message displays and a chime As soon as it is safe to do so, brake fluid level is low. -
Page 176: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the AIR CONDITIONING OFF This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too engine oil needs to be changed. hot. -
Page 177: Engine Power Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime engine oil becomes hotter than the may sound when the cooling system may sound if the fuel level is low. -
Page 178: Key And Lock Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System when it is temporarily unavailable. The LDW system does not need Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN service. REMOTE KEY FORWARD COLLISION This message could be due to the ALERT OFF camera being blocked. -
Page 179: Ride Control System Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls SERVICE PARKING ASSIST SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION CONTROL OFF CONTROL This message displays if there is a This message displays when the problem with the Parking Assist traction control has been turned off. This message displays when there system. -
Page 180: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 STABILITRAK OFF may also Airbag System Messages Steering System display when the stability control Messages SERVICE AIR BAG has been automatically disabled. The following conditions can cause STEERING ASSIST IS This message displays if there is a this message to appear: REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE problem with the airbag system. -
Page 181: Tire Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE If equipped with the Tire Pressure SERVICE TIRE MONITOR Monitor System (TPMS), this If equipped with the Tire Pressure SYSTEM message displays when the system Monitor System (TPMS), this If equipped with the Tire Pressure is relearning the tire positions on... -
Page 182: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Transmission Messages FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE NEUTRAL This message displays when grade 4WD OFF braking has been activated while If a four-wheel drive shift into If equipped with four-wheel drive, driving on downhill grades. This Four-Wheel Drive Low is requested, this message displays when the message will only appear the first... -
Page 183: Vehicle Reminder
5-44 Instruments and Controls TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder TO XXX ENGINE Messages If a four-wheel drive shift out of This message displays and a chime CHECK TRAILER WIRING Four-Wheel Drive Low is requested, may sound if the transmission fluid but the vehicle speed is too high, in the vehicle gets hot. -
Page 184: Vehicle Speed Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after Washer Fluid Messages carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also WASHER FLUID LOW ADD side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it. -
Page 185: Vehicle Personalization
5-46 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Detailed information for each menu 3. Press BACK on the faceplate follows. or the screen button to return Personalization Time and Date to the previous menu or exit. Use the audio system controls to Turn the vehicle to ON/RUN to Manually set the time and date. - Page 186 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Radio Audible Touch Feedback Select On, then press + or increase or decrease the volume. This allows Audible Touch Press to display the Radio menu Feedback to be turned on or off. and the following may display: Vehicle Select Off or On.
- Page 187 5-48 Instruments and Controls Collision/Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Reverse Tilt Mirror Select and the following may When on, the driver and/or Select the Collision/Detection display: passenger mirrors will tilt downward Systems menu and the following when the vehicle is shifted to may be displayed: Auto Memory Recall R (Reverse) to improve visibility of...
- Page 188 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Vehicle Locator Lights Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Remote Lock, Unlock, Start This feature will flash the exterior When on, this feature will keep the Select and the following may driver door from locking when the display: lamps when on the Remote door is open.
- Page 189 5-50 Instruments and Controls Remote Door Unlock Select All Doors or Driver Pair New Device Door Only. This allows selection of which doors Select to pair a new device. See Pairing in Infotainment Passive Door Lock will unlock when pressing on the Controls under Bluetooth (Voice RKE transmitter.
- Page 190 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Voice Mail Numbers Display Rear Camera This feature displays the voice mail Select and the following may Select and the following may number for all connected phones. display: display: To change the voice mail number, Theme Guidance Lines select EDIT or press the EDIT button.
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Page 191: Universal Remote System
5-52 Instruments and Controls Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener This allows selection of restoring System that does not have the stop and vehicle settings. reverse feature. This includes any See Radio Frequency Statement on Select Restore or Cancel. - Page 192 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6.
- Page 193 5-54 Instruments and Controls does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does replace Step 2 under Programming...
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Page 194: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-55 Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons. - Page 195 5-56 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
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Page 196: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-6 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps . -
Page 197: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically Exterior Lamps Off (Headlamps): Turns on the turns on the headlamps at normal headlamps together with the parking Reminder brightness, together with the lamps and instrument panel lights. following: A reminder chime sounds when the When the headlamps are turned on headlamps or parking lamps are Parking Lamps while the vehicle is on, the... -
Page 198: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting When the high beams are on, this Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior indicator light on the instrument lamp control to the off position and Lamps (DRL) cluster will also be on. then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only work when DRL can make it easier for others to Flash-to-Pass... -
Page 199: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The system may also turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change headlamps when driving through a Signals parking garage or tunnel. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). -
Page 200: Fog Lamps
Lighting one second will cause the turn Fog Lamps When the headlamps are changed signals to flash until the lever is to high beam, the fog lamps go off. released. When the high-beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will come The lever returns to its starting on again. -
Page 201: Interior Lighting
Lighting When the wiring is connected to an Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp auxiliary roof-mounted lamp, pressing the bottom of the button Instrument Panel will activate the lamp and illuminate Illumination Control an indicator light at the bottom of this button. Pressing the top of the button will turn off the roof-mounted lamp and indicator. -
Page 202: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are dome lamps in the There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. if equipped. -
Page 203: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting When the battery's state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly The interior lamps, headlamps, to quickly bring the charge back up. Entry Lighting parking lamps, back-up lamps, and When the state of charge is high, license plate lamps come on when the voltage is lowered slightly to The vehicle has an illuminated entry... -
Page 204: Battery Power Protection
Lighting EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection discharge of the battery. It does this This feature shuts off the dome and by balancing the generator's output reading lamps, if they are left on for and the vehicle's electrical needs. more than 10 minutes after the It can increase engine idle speed to ignition is turned off. - Page 205 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
- Page 206 Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..7-30 System Bluetooth (Infotainment Infotainment Controls - Base Radio) ..7-31 Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base radio information is included in Base Radio) .
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Page 207: Infotainment System
Infotainment System All functions are available when the See Defensive Driving on page 9-3. Warning vehicle is parked. Before driving: The audio system can be played Become familiar with the even after the ignition is turned off. Taking your eyes off the road for infotainment system operation See Retained Accessory Power too long or too often while using... -
Page 208: Overview
Infotainment System Overview Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate and steering wheel controls, if equipped. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3. Radio with CD... - Page 209 Infotainment System Turn to increase or decrease the volume. 5. MEDIA Press to change the audio source between CD, USB, SD card, AUX, and Bluetooth Audio, if equipped. 6. RADIO Press to change the audio source between AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. Radio with TONE (Seek) (Favorite Pages)
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Page 210: Home Page
Infotainment System AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If Home Page (Home Page) Equipped): Press Press to go to the Home Home Page Features to seek to the previous or Page from any point in the next strong station. The infotainment system displays a system. - Page 211 Infotainment System PHONE: Select the PHONE screen Setting Radio Preferences 4. Enter the four-digit code icon to display the Phone main to unlock the system. Select the SETTINGS screen icon page. See Bluetooth (Voice Select BACK to go back to to display the Settings menu and Recognition - Base Radio) on the previous menu.
- Page 212 Infotainment System Radio Setup Number of Favorites Shown: Rear Camera (If Equipped) Select Auto and the system will Press the RADIO button and the From the Rear Camera screen automatically adjust the number of following may display: button, the following may display: favorite pages when favorites are Manage Favorites: Park Assist Symbols (If...
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Page 213: Software Updates
Playing the Radio Restore Radio Settings: This In the U.S., see While on the audio main page, option will restore factory radio www.chevrolet.com press the RADIO button repeatedly settings. Select Restore Radio to cycle through the available In Canada, see Settings. - Page 214 Infotainment System DSP: If equipped with a Bose Press the MENU knob and the Auto Volume: If equipped, this ® Surround sound system, it will following radio settings may display: feature adjusts the volume based on have three DSP modes the vehicle speed.
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Page 215: Satellite Radio
7-10 Infotainment System Also see the radio settings common Mixed-Audio Favorites See www.siriusxmradio.com or call for all sources earlier in this section. 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.); or see Media (if equipped) and Broadcast www.xmradio.ca or call favorites can be stored. Finding a Station 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). -
Page 216: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-11 Loading XM: The audio system is Radio Reception when things like storms and power acquiring and processing audio and lines interfere with radio reception. Frequency interference and static text data. No action is needed. When this happens, try reducing the can occur during normal radio treble on the radio. -
Page 217: Fixed Mast Antenna
7-12 Infotainment System Fixed Mast Antenna Pandora Internet Radio Launching Pandora Connect the iPhone to the USB ® The fixed mast antenna will go If equipped, Pandora is a free ® port, or connect Android through most car washes as long as Internet radio service that streams ®... - Page 218 Infotainment System 7-13 Using the iPhone The login screen may display on the (Bookmarks): When selected device. during a track, a choice displays to 1. Plug the device into the USB bookmark the artist or track. This port. The phone screen must be Pandora Menus sends the bookmark to the Pandora unlocked.
- Page 219 7-14 Infotainment System For Android and BlackBerry Pandora Skip Limit 3. Wait about 30 seconds, and devices, check that the device is try to connect the device again. Pandora limits the number of skips paired with the vehicle, and See Bluetooth (Voice allowed on their service.
- Page 220 Infotainment System 7-15 Loss of Audio check the volume setting on No skips remaining for this both phone/device and the station or permitted during Loss of Pandora audio can happen Infotainment system. advertisements: in different ways: The maximum Pandora skip limit Common Pandora Messages Weak or lost data connection.
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Page 221: Audio Players
7-16 Infotainment System Audio Players There can be increased skipping, damaged or improperly loaded, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or there is an error and the disc difficulty in loading and ejecting. ejects. CD Player If these problems occur, check the Playing an Audio CD disc for damage or try a known If the vehicle is equipped with a CD... - Page 222 Infotainment System 7-17 Press and hold to fast reverse CD Menu Error Messages through a track. Release the While on the CD main page, press If Disc Error displays and/or the disc button to return to playing the MENU knob to display the CD comes out, it could be for one of the speed.
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Page 223: Usb Port
7-18 Infotainment System Maximum number of folders: If Disc Player Error displays, it could USB Port eight folders with 255 files per be for one of the following reasons: folder. Playing from a USB The player temperature is Maximum of 1,000 files on A USB mass storage device or too high. - Page 224 Infotainment System 7-19 iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, While the USB source is active, See Tone Settings under Playing iPhone 4 press the corresponding faceplate an Audio CD in CD Player on button for the icons on the screen to page 7-16. There may be problems with operate USB function: operation and function in the...
- Page 225 7-20 Infotainment System The music information displays on Tone Settings : Select to adjust 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the radio s display and begins Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, and press to select the song playing through the vehicle s audio Fade, and EQ (Equalizer).
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Page 226: Sd Card Reader
Infotainment System 7-21 2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Songs: Playing Music from the SD Card and press to select an album 1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight An SD card is played the same way name to view a list of all songs and press to view a list of all a USB device is played. -
Page 227: Bluetooth Audio
7-22 Infotainment System If an auxiliary device has already DSP: If equipped, this feature To play music via Bluetooth: been connected, but a different adjusts the pre-defined settings. 1. Power on the device, and pair to source is currently active, press the See DSP in AM-FM Radio on connect the device. -
Page 228: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System 7-23 All devices launch audio differently. Voice Recognition audio features that are easily When selecting Bluetooth Audio as performed by pressing one or two If equipped, voice recognition allows a source, the radio may show as buttons, and are not supported by for hands-free operation within the paused on the screen. - Page 229 7-24 Infotainment System Using Voice Recognition 2. The audio system mutes and the If a command is not spoken, the system plays a prompt followed voice recognition system says a Voice recognition becomes available by a beep. help prompt. once the system has been 3.
- Page 230 Infotainment System 7-25 Usually Phone and Audio Canceling Voice Recognition For languages that do not support commands can be spoken in a natural language commands in Press the Home screen button single command. sentence form, use the direct to terminate the voice commands shown as examples on For example, Call Dave Smith recognition session which was...
- Page 231 7-26 Infotainment System Using Voice Recognition for The screen returns back to the Pressing while the help prompt is screen where voice recognition was List Options playing will terminate the prompt initiated. and a beep will be heard. Doing this When a list is displayed, a voice will stop the help prompt so that a The Back Command...
- Page 232 Infotainment System 7-27 Tune to <AM frequency> AM : Tune to XM <XM channel Play Genre : Begin a dialog to Tune to the radio station whose name> : Tune to the SiriusXM enter a specific genre. frequency is identified in the radio station whose channel name Play Genre <genre name>...
- Page 233 7-28 Infotainment System Play Audiobook <audiobook My Media : Begin a dialog to There are no restrictions if the name> : Begin playback of the enter the desired media content. number of song files and albums is media selection identified in the less than 4,000.
- Page 234 Infotainment System 7-29 Once the number of songs has Voice Recognition for the Switch Phone : Select a different exceeded approximately 8,000, phone for outgoing calls. Phone there is no support for accessing the Voice Keypad : Begins a dialog Call <contact name>...
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Page 235: Phone
7-30 Infotainment System Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. Warning (Continued) If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) Taking your eyes off the road too Review the controls and long or too often could cause a Instructions for using the cell phone operation of the infotainment crash resulting in injury or death. -
Page 236: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)
Infotainment System 7-31 Bluetooth Controls PHONE: Select to enter the phone Audio System main menu. See Bluetooth (Voice Use the buttons on the instrument When using the Bluetooth system, Recognition - Base Radio) on panel, faceplate, and the steering sound comes through the vehicle's page 7-36 or Bluetooth (Overview) wheel to operate the Bluetooth front audio system speakers and... - Page 237 7-32 Infotainment System Switching to Handset or the cell phone changes or the 2. Turn the MENU knob and press cell phone is deleted from the to select Manage Phones. Hands-Free Mode system. 3. Press the button just below the To switch between handset mode PAIR/screen button.
- Page 238 Infotainment System 7-33 7. Repeat steps 1 6 to pair 5. A confirmation screen is Contacts: Turn the MENU knob to additional phones or devices. displayed. Press the button just highlight Contacts and press to below the DELETE screen select. Listing All Paired and Connected button to confirm deletion.
- Page 239 7-34 Infotainment System If the phone prompts to allow phone 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight 4. Press the MENU knob to call the book download during the pairing the letter group and press to contact. process, select Always Accept and select.
- Page 240 Infotainment System 7-35 Accepting a Call Accepting a Call Waiting Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones To accept a call, do one of the To accept a call waiting call, do one following: of the following: The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call.
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Page 241: Radio)
7-36 Infotainment System Bluetooth (Voice 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected cell phone that you want to pair. Phones Recognition - Base For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones Radio) your cell phone manufacturer's paired to it. - Page 242 Infotainment System 7-37 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone 3. Say the entire phone number or a group of digits all at once with Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, no pauses, then follow the the Bluetooth system looks for the The following commands are used directions given by the system to...
- Page 243 7-38 Infotainment System Using the Delete Command 2. Say Directory. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. 1. Press . The system responds speakers. Ready, followed by a tone. 4. Say List. Calling 911 Emergency (U.S.
- Page 244 Infotainment System 7-39 After each digit is entered, the Using the Re-dial Command Call Waiting system repeats back the digit it Call waiting must be supported on 1. Press . The system responds heard followed by a tone. the cell phone and enabled by the Ready, followed by a tone.
- Page 245 7-40 Infotainment System 3. Use the Dial or Call command To Transfer Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell to dial the number of the third Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone: party to be called. During a call with the audio in the 1.
- Page 246 Infotainment System 7-41 Sending a Number or Name Tag Switching to Handset or Pairing During a Call Hands-Free Mode A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth 1. Press . The system responds To switch between handset or system and then connected to the hands-free mode, from the Home Ready, followed by a tone.
- Page 247 If no devices have been paired, Step 2 can be 2. Turn the MENU knob and press 6. If Chevrolet MyLink does not skipped. to select Manage Phones. appear, turn the phone off or remove the phone battery and 2.
- Page 248 Infotainment System 7-43 5. Press the button below the Phone Menu to make calls. See your cell phone DELETE screen button to delete manufacturer s user guide or Once a phone is connected and the highlighted device. contact your wireless provider to selected, the following may display: find out if this feature is supported 6.
- Page 249 7-44 Infotainment System To make a call using the If necessary, select between Accepting or Declining a Call Contacts menu: Missed, Recent, and Sent calls When an incoming call is received, by pressing the button below the 1. From the Home Page, turn the the infotainment system mutes and appropriate screen button.
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Page 250: Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base Connected Radio)
Infotainment System 7-45 Call Waiting Ending a Call From the PHONE main menu, turn the MENU knob to highlight Active Call waiting must be supported on To end a call, do one of the Call and press to select. the Bluetooth phone and enabled by following: the wireless service carrier to work. - Page 251 7-46 Infotainment System Using the Dial or Call Once connected, the person called Once connected, the person called Command will be heard through the audio will be heard through the audio speakers. speakers. To call a number: Calling 911 Emergency (U.S. and Using the Switch Phone 1.
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Page 252: Trademarks And License Agreements
Infotainment System 7-47 ® ® Using the Voice mail Command Trademarks and iPod shuffle , and iPod touch trademarks of Apple Inc., registered License Agreements 1. Press . The system responds in the U.S. and other countries. Say a command or say help, FCC Information followed by a tone. - Page 253 7-48 Infotainment System Explicit Language Notice: Channels Furthermore, the AMBER voice HD Radio Technology with frequent explicit language are compression software included in indicated with an XL preceding the this product is protected by channel name. Channel blocking is intellectual property rights including available for SiriusXM Satellite patent rights, copyrights, and trade Radio receivers by notifying...
- Page 254 Infotainment System 7-49 Schedule I: Gracenote EULA CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the This application or device may Gracenote logo and logotype, and contain content belonging to the "Powered by Gracenote" logo Gracenote s providers. If so, all of are either registered trademarks or the restrictions set forth herein with trademarks of Gracenote in the respect to Gracenote Data shall...
- Page 255 7-50 Infotainment System You agree that your non-exclusive are. For more information, see the LIMITED TO, IMPLIED license to use the Gracenote Data, web page for the Gracenote Privacy WARRANTIES OF the Gracenote Software, and Policy for the Gracenote service. MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS Gracenote Servers will terminate if FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,...
- Page 256 Infotainment System 7-51 Unicode Manufacturer. If permitted by the Manufacturer, or by applicable law, Copyright © 1991-2013 Unicode, Portions of this software are you may make one backup copy of Inc. All rights reserved. Distributed copyright © 2008-2013, QNX the Software as part of the Product under the Terms of Use in Software Systems.
- Page 257 7-52 Infotainment System EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LICENSORS HAVE BEEN OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY APPLICABLE LAW, QSSC AND ITS APPLICABLE LAW (SUCH AS IN OF SUCH DAMAGES. LICENSORS PROVIDE THE THE CASE OF DELIBERATE OR SOFTWARE ON AN "AS IS"...
- Page 258 Infotainment System 7-53 END USER NOTICE The marks of companies displayed by this product to indicate business locations are the marks of their respective owners. The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by such companies of this product.
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Page 260: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with With this system, the heating and ventilation can be controlled. Heater Only) ....8-1 Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) . - Page 261 Climate Controls Do not drive the vehicle until all the (Fan Control): Turn clockwise (Floor): Air is directed to the windows are clear. or counterclockwise to increase or floor outlets, with some air directed decrease the fan speed. Turn the to the windshield, side window, and See Air Vents on page 8-8.
- Page 262 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the fan off. Air Delivery Mode Control: Press , or...
- Page 263 Climate Controls vehicle. The recirculation mode 10 minutes after the button is first (Defrost): Press to clear the cannot be used with the outside pressed. Each subsequent press, windshield of fog or frost more air mode. the rear window defogger stays on quickly.
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Page 264: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The system automatically controls With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be the fan speed, air delivery, air controlled. conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. - Page 265 Climate Controls The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control: The automatic operation and the system temperature can be adjusted goes into manual mode. Press Press to manually select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic recirculation;...
- Page 266 Climate Controls enter the vehicle. The air (Defrost): Press to clear the Caution conditioning compressor also comes windshield of fog or frost more on when this mode is activated. quickly. Air is directed to the Using a razor blade or sharp windshield and the side window Rear Window Defogger object to clear the inside rear...
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Page 267: Air Vents
Climate Controls Sensors The climate control system uses the Air Vents information from these sensors to Use the air vents in the center and maintain comfort settings by on the side of the instrument panel adjusting the outlet temperature, fan to direct airflow. -
Page 268: Maintenance
Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the Passenger Compartment base of the windshield that could Air Filter block the flow of air into the vehicle. The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside Keep the path under the front air that is pulled into the vehicle. - Page 269 8-10 Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
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Page 270: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Fast Idle System ... . . 9-28 Brakes Retained Accessory Antilock Brake Operating Power (RAP) ....9-28 System (ABS) . -
Page 271: Driving Information
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Page 272: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving. -
Page 273: Steering
Driving and Operating 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 274: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Wait until the vehicle is out of Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go the curve before accelerating straight down the roadway. gently into the straightaway. Loss of Control Steering in Emergencies Skidding There are some situations when steering around a problem may There are three types of skids that be more effective than braking. -
Page 275: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help Warning (Continued) these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the lose control and crash. You and Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the your passengers should always way you want the vehicle to go. - Page 276 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, To gain more ground clearance if Warning (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb needed, it may be necessary to wildlife. remove the front fascia lower Keep cargo in the cargo area air dam. Do not park over things that as far forward and as low as burn.
- Page 277 Driving and Operating Before driving on a hill, assess the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) steepness, traction, and obstructions. If the terrain ahead another vehicle. You could be else could be injured. If leaving cannot be seen, get out of the seriously injured or killed.
- Page 278 Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning (Continued) N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a brake. rollover. descending a hill and use a low The vehicle can roll Surface conditions can be a gear to keep vehicle speed under backward quickly and you problem.
- Page 279 9-10 Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the ground from under your tires. driving on hard packed snow downhill side when stopped Traction could be lost, and the and ice.
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Page 280: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Hydroplaning Warning Remove any brush or debris that Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water has collected on the underbody or can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. chassis, or under the hood. These tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a accumulations can be a fire hazard. -
Page 281: Hill And Mountain Roads
9-12 Driving and Operating Have good tires with proper Pay attention to special road Warning (Continued) tread depth. See Tires on signs (falling rocks area, winding page 10-51. roads, long grades, passing or could result in a loss of braking. no-passing zones) and take Turn off cruise control. - Page 282 Driving and Operating 9-13 Try not to break the fragile traction. Turn off cruise control on slippery Warning If you accelerate too fast, the drive surfaces. wheels will spin and polish the Blizzard Conditions Snow can trap engine exhaust surface under the tires even more. under the vehicle.
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Page 283: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-14 Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument speed, they can explode, and you... -
Page 284: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Vehicle Load Limits the forward and reverse directions It is very important to know how causes a rocking motion that could much weight the vehicle can free the vehicle. If that does not get carry. - Page 285 9-16 Driving and Operating open, you will find the label the front and rear axles. See Warning (Continued) attached below the door lock Certification/Tire Label later in post (striker). The Tire and this section. vehicle handles. This could Loading Information label shows cause loss of control and a Steps for Determining Correct the number of occupant seating...
- Page 286 Driving and Operating 9-17 there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo 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.
- Page 287 9-18 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and Rating (GVWR). The GVWR cargo should never exceed the includes the weight of the vehicle's capacity weight. vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
- Page 288 Driving and Operating 9-19 vehicle goes. If you have to stop Warning Warning (Continued) or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. In the case of a sudden stop cause loss of control and a or collision, things carried in crash.
- Page 289 9-20 Driving and Operating When using this upper load Add-On Equipment Warning (Continued) platform, be sure the load is When carrying removable items, securely tied down to prevent it When you carry something a limit on how many people from shifting. The load's center inside the vehicle, secure carried inside the vehicle may of gravity should be positioned...
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Page 290: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating 9-21 Loading Points equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com Maximum for additional pickup box load * Equipment Weight bearing structural information. Ladder Rack 340 kg (750 lb) Truck-Camper Loading and Cargo Information Cross Toolbox 181 kg (400 lb) and Cargo A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper Loading Information label is Side Boxes... - Page 291 9-22 Driving and Operating When carrying a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Everything added to the camper after it left the factory. Everything in the camper. Use the rear edge of the load All the people inside.
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Page 292: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-23 exceed the truck's cargo weight should not exceed either of the Starting and rating, and the camper's center gross axle weight ratings Operating of gravity (1) should fall within (GAWR). The total axle loads the truck's recommended center should not exceed the vehicle's New Vehicle Break-In of gravity zone (2) when... -
Page 293: Adjustable Throttle And Brake
9-24 Driving and Operating No adjustment to the pedals can be Before you start driving, fully press Caution (Continued) made when the vehicle is in the brake pedal to confirm the R (Reverse) or while using cruise adjustment is right for you. While broken in. - Page 294 Driving and Operating 9-25 To shift out of P (Park), the ignition Do not turn the engine off when the Warning must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ vehicle is moving. This will cause a ACCESSORY and the regular brake loss of power assist in the brake Turning off the vehicle while pedal must be applied.
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Page 295: Starting The Engine
9-26 Driving and Operating transmission is also unlocked in this Caution (Continued) Caution position on automatic transmission vehicles. only with your hand. If the key If you add electrical parts or If the key is left in the ACC/ cannot be turned by hand, see accessories, you could change ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position your dealer. - Page 296 Driving and Operating 9-27 Automatic Transmission Starting Procedure Caution (Continued) Move the shift lever to P (Park) or 1. With your foot off the accelerator N (Neutral). To restart the engine pedal, turn the ignition key to ended, can overheat and damage when the vehicle is already moving, START.
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Page 297: Fast Idle System
9-28 Driving and Operating Pressing the accelerator more after starting it. Operate the To control the fast idle: than one-quarter of the engine and transmission gently To enable the Fast Idle System, way down. until the oil warms up and press and release the cruise lubricates all moving parts. -
Page 298: Engine Coolant Heater
Driving and Operating 9-29 Accessory Power Outlets (APOs) Engine Coolant Heater Carefully remove the wire tie that bundles the electrical plug. The vehicle may have APOs in The engine heater can provide Do not cut the electrical cord. several locations. See Power easier starting and better fuel Outlets on page 5-6. -
Page 299: Shifting Into Park
9-30 Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on Engine Running several factors. Ask a dealer in the case is in a drive gear. If towing a area where you will be parking the Warning trailer, see Driving Characteristics... -
Page 300: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-31 If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake. -
Page 301: Transmission)
9-32 Driving and Operating Parking (Manual Parking over Things When less power is required, such as cruising at a constant vehicle Transmission) That Burn speed, the system will operate in the V4 mode, allowing the vehicle to If the vehicle has a manual Warning achieve better fuel economy. -
Page 302: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-33 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be... -
Page 303: Automatic Transmission
9-34 Driving and Operating Automatic especially when the vehicle has a Warning heavy load, you might notice an Transmission increase in the effort to shift out of If you have four-wheel drive, the P (Park). See Torque Lock under If equipped, there is an electronic vehicle will be free to roll even Shifting Into Park on page 9-30. - Page 304 Driving and Operating 9-35 To rock the vehicle back and forth to Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without when towing a trailer, carrying a damaging the transmission, see If heavy load, driving on steep hills, Shifting out of P (Park) or the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-14.
- Page 305 9-36 Driving and Operating In some cases, this could appear to M (Manual Mode): This position but is not enabled in Range be a delayed shift, however the allows selection of a range of gears Selection Mode. It assists in transmission is operating normally.
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Page 306: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-37 Manual Mode To use this feature: For example, when M5 is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are 1. Move the shift lever to Range Selection Mode automatically shifted by the M (Manual Mode). transmission, but 6 (Sixth) cannot 2. -
Page 307: Tow/Haul Mode
9-38 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode 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 Caution (Continued) Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-38. the vehicle warranty. -
Page 308: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-39 The selector button is on the end of On vehicles with a gasoline engine, Manual Transmission the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul to disable or enable Tow/Haul Mode on and off by pressing the Grade Braking within the current button. -
Page 309: Shift Speeds
9-40 Driving and Operating You can shift into 1 (First) when you Neutral: Use this position when Use R (Reverse), along with the are going less than 30 km/h you start or idle the engine. parking brake, for parking the (20 mph). -
Page 310: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-41 Drive Systems Shifting into 4 will turn Traction Warning ® Control and StabiliTrak off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to Control on page 9-53. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is Manual Transfer Case engages the front axle for extra... - Page 311 9-42 Driving and Operating climbing or descending steep hills. Shifting from 2 to 4 When engaged, keep vehicle speed Shifts can be made at any below 72 km/h (45 mph). vehicle speed. 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use Shift in one continuous motion. this setting when extra traction is Shifting while the vehicle is in needed.
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Page 312: Electronic Transfer Case
Driving and Operating 9-43 transmission to D (Drive) and Electronic Transfer Case Shifting In or Out of 4 back to N (Neutral), and reattempt the transfer case shift. Caution Shifting In or Out of Neutral Shifting the transfer case into 4 1. - Page 313 9-44 Driving and Operating been turned while the vehicle was The settings are: 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use off. To see the indicator, turn the when extra traction is needed. The N (Neutral): Use only when the knob to another position so that it front axle engages and helps when vehicle needs to be towed.
- Page 314 Driving and Operating 9-45 2. Set the parking brake and press Shifting Into 4 Shifting Out of 4 and hold the brake pedal. See When 4 is engaged, vehicle speed 1. To shift out of 4 the vehicle Parking Brake on page 9-50. should be kept below 72 km/h must be stopped or moving less 3.
- Page 315 9-46 Driving and Operating 8. Turn the engine off, and the 4. Turn the transfer case knob Automatic Transfer Case ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. to 2 . 9. Place the transmission shift After the transfer case has lever in P (Park). See shifted out of N (Neutral), the Recreational Vehicle Towing on N (Neutral) light will go out.
- Page 316 Driving and Operating 9-47 To see the indicator, turn the knob to AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel 4 (Four-Wheel Drive Low): This another position so that it matches Drive): Use when road surface setting engages the front axle and the actual transfer case setting. If no traction conditions are variable.
- Page 317 9-48 Driving and Operating If the transmission is in gear and/or Shifting Into 4 Caution moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), When 4 is engaged, keep vehicle the 4 indicator light will flash for Shifting the transmission into gear speed below 72 km/h (45 mph).
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Page 318: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-49 4. Shift the transmission to 9. Place the transmission shift Brakes N (Neutral). lever in P (Park). See Recreational Vehicle Towing on Antilock Brake 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 . page 10-95. System (ABS) 6. -
Page 319: Parking Brake
9-50 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are... - Page 320 Driving and Operating 9-51 To release the parking brake, hold Caution the regular brake pedal down. Then pull the bottom edge of the lever Driving with the parking brake on with the parking brake symbol, can overheat the brake system located to the right of the steering and cause premature wear or column.
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Page 321: Brake Assist
9-52 Driving and Operating Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) the trailer brakes. It will not activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear and The Brake Assist feature is This vehicle has an HSA feature, facing downhill or if the vehicle is designed to assist the driver in which may be useful when the facing uphill and in R (Reverse). -
Page 322: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-53 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak selectively applies See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on braking pressure to any one of the page 9-14 and Turning the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the Systems Off and On later in this Traction Control/ driver in keeping the vehicle on the section. - Page 323 9-54 Driving and Operating Turn on and stay on when either Turning the Systems Off press and release the button. The system is not working. and On traction off light displayed in the If either system fails to turn on or to instrument cluster will turn off.
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Page 324: Hill Descent
Driving and Operating 9-55 StabiliTrak will automatically turn on HDC will remain enabled between Press to enable or disable HDC. if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h 22 and 60 km/h (14 and 37 mph); Vehicle speed must be below (35 mph). Traction control will however vehicle speed cannot be 50 km/h (31 mph). -
Page 325: Cruise Control
9-56 Driving and Operating Cruise Control If equipped with an Allison or Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic transmission, see Tow/Haul Mode Warning Grade Braking under Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-38 for an Cruise control can be dangerous explanation of how cruise control where you cannot drive safely at interacts with the Range Selection a steady speed. - Page 326 Driving and Operating 9-57 To increase vehicle speed in SET (Set/Coast): Press briefly to The cruise control indicator on the small increments, briefly press set the speed and activate cruise instrument cluster turns green after the +RES button. For each control.
- Page 327 9-58 Driving and Operating The speedometer reading can be While going downhill: For other forms of Grade Braking, displayed in either English or metric see Automatic Transmission on Vehicles with a 6-speed units. See Instrument Cluster on page 9-34.Tow/Haul Mode on automatic transmission and a page 5-10.
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Page 328: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating 9-59 Driver Assistance Audible or Safety Alert Seat Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features Systems alert the driver of obstacles by Under many conditions, these beeping. To change the volume of This vehicle may have features that systems will not: the warning chime, see Comfort work together to help avoid crashes... - Page 329 9-60 Driving and Operating The RVC and RPA will not work Warning (Continued) properly if the tailgate is down. If the tailgate is down, do not use these vehicle using only the RVC systems. screen, during longer, higher When the vehicle is shifted into speed backing maneuvers, R (Reverse), the RVC displays an or where there could be cross...
- Page 330 Driving and Operating 9-61 objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and Safety Alert Seat will pulse five 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle times. Beeps for FPA are higher within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off pitched than for RPA.
- Page 331 9-62 Driving and Operating assist on again, select On in the The RVC is disconnected by beeps or pulses the driver seat. vehicle personalization menu. The removing the connector from the FCA also lights an amber visual On with Towbar setting allows for electrical junction block mounted on alert if following another vehicle the parking assist to work properly...
- Page 332 Driving and Operating 9-63 FCA can be disabled with the FCA Collision Alert Warning steering wheel control. Detecting the Vehicle Ahead FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is...
- Page 333 9-64 Driving and Operating Continue to apply the brake pedal Selecting the Alert Timing Consider traffic and weather as needed. Cruise control may be conditions when selecting the alert disengaged when the Collision Alert timing. The range of selectable alert occurs.
- Page 334 Driving and Operating 9-65 Lane Departure Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (LDW) The LDW system is an aid to help and maintain proper vehicle If equipped, LDW may help avoid the vehicle stay in the driving position within the lane, or vehicle crashes due to unintentional lane lane.
- Page 335 9-66 Driving and Operating The windshield may be If LDW is on, the LDW indicator will Warning (Continued) damaged. appear green if the system detects a left or right lane marking while the The weather may be limiting also not detect a lane on winding vehicle is traveling at 56 km/h visibility.
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Page 336: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-67 Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, knocking is heard when using E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the gasoline with a 91 octane rating or For diesel engine vehicles, see vehicle. See E85 or FlexFuel on higher, the engine needs service. -
Page 337: California Fuel
9-68 Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Caution Requirements Countries Do not use fuel containing If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries methanol. It can corrode metal California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S. -
Page 338: E85 Or Flexfuel
Driving and Operating 9-69 gasoline additive recommended by E85 or FlexFuel should meet Caution General Motors. It is available at ASTM Specification D 5798 or your dealer. CAN/CGSB 3.512 in Canada. Do Some additives are not not use the fuel if the ethanol Do not use additives with E85 or compatible with E85 or FlexFuel content is greater than 85%. - Page 339 9-70 Driving and Operating The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Warning Warning (Continued) door on the driver side of the vehicle. Vehicles that have a Fuel can spray out if the fuel Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap is opened too quickly.
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Page 340: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-71 the fuel cap has been left off or Filling a Portable Fuel Caution improperly installed. This would Container allow fuel to evaporate into the If a new fuel cap is needed, be atmosphere. See Malfunction sure to get the right type of cap Warning Indicator Lamp on page 5-21. -
Page 341: Trailer Towing
9-72 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) and Towing Tips General Towing keep it in contact with the fill Driving with a Trailer opening until filling is Information 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. - Page 342 Driving and Operating 9-73 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Warning 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 343 9-74 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills Caution (Continued) the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often Warning The vehicle could be damaged. under heavy loads and/or hilly Avoid making very sharp turns conditions.
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Page 344: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-75 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then Maintenance when Trailer Warning apply the parking brake and shift Towing into P (Park). The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when 5. Release the brake pedal. often when pulling a trailer. - Page 345 9-76 Driving and Operating Successful, safe trailering takes Weight of the Trailer Caution correct equipment, and it has to be How heavy can a trailer safely be? used properly. Pulling a trailer improperly can It depends on how the rig is used. The following information has many damage the vehicle and result in Speed, altitude, road grades,...
- Page 346 Driving and Operating 9-77 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Weights listed apply for conventional trailers and fifth-wheel trailers unless otherwise noted. Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box...
- Page 347 9-78 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 495 kg (5,500 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 858 kg (6,300 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42...
- Page 348 Driving and Operating 9-79 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.08 3 039 kg (6,700 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 445 kg (9,800 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 085 kg (6,800 lb)
- Page 349 9-80 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73 4 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb) 6.2L V8 3.23 4 082 kg (9,000 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
- Page 350 Driving and Operating 9-81 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Double Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 536 kg (10,000 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...
- Page 351 9-82 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 400 kg (9,700 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...
- Page 352 Driving and Operating 9-83 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 2500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 355 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...
- Page 353 9-84 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 441 kg (14,200 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 355 kg (9,600 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb)
- Page 354 Driving and Operating 9-85 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 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 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)
- Page 355 9-86 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 3500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 264 kg (9,400 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb)
- Page 356 Driving and Operating 9-87 Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 3500 Series Chassis Cab 2WD/4WD 6.0L V8 3.73 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 4.10 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) (a) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions.
- Page 357 9-88 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 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 2500/3500 Weight-Carrying or 907 kg (2,000 lb) Long Box Weight-Distributing 2500...
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Page 358: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-89 After loading the trailer, weigh the a weight-distributing hitch, make pintle hook. Other trailers may trailer and then the tongue, sure not to exceed the RGAWR require a weight-distributing hitch separately, to see if the weights are before applying the weight that uses spring bars to distribute proper. - Page 359 9-90 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitch and Adjustment A weight distributing hitch may be useful with some trailers. Use the following guidelines to determine if a weight distributing hitch should be used. Weight Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 3175 kg (7,000 lb)
- Page 360 Driving and Operating 9-91 Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck There should be at least 15 cm (6 in) of clearance between the top of the Trailering pickup box and the bottom of the Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers trailer shelf that extends over can be used with many pickup the box.
- Page 361 9-92 Driving and Operating Always leave just enough slack so Be sure to follow the proper Trailer Wiring Harness the combination can turn. Never installation instructions included with The vehicle is equipped with one of allow safety chains to drag on the any electrical equipment that is the following wiring harnesses for ground.
- Page 362 Driving and Operating 9-93 White/Green: Back-up Lamps Yellow/Gray: Right Stop/Turn Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Signal Package Red/Green: Battery Feed Gray/Brown: Taillamps/Parking Dark Blue: Trailer Brake Lamps If charging a remote (non-vehicle) White: Ground battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode button, if equipped, at the end of the White/Green: Back-up Lamps shift lever.
- Page 363 9-94 Driving and Operating When pulling a heavy trailer or a The harness should be installed by This indicator light on the instrument large or heavy load in busy your dealer or a qualified service cluster comes on when the Tow/ parking lots where improved low center.
- Page 364 Driving and Operating 9-95 If the vehicle s brake, antilock brake, Warning (Continued) or StabiliTrak systems are not functioning properly, the ITBC system only with electric or system may not be fully functional electric over hydraulic trailer or may not function at all. Make sure brakes.
- Page 365 9-96 Driving and Operating See Instrument Panel on page 1-2. current Trailer Gain setting. The Trailer Output will indicate The control panel allows adjustment Each press and release of the - - - - - - on the Trailer Brake to the amount of output, referred to gain buttons will then change the Display Page whenever the...
- Page 366 Driving and Operating 9-97 Manual Trailer Brake Apply 2. Adjust the Trailer Gain, using the Warning (Continued) Trailer Gain Adjustment Buttons, The Manual Trailer Brake Apply to just below the point of trailer Lever is used to apply the trailer s as intended and can result in a wheel lock-up, indicated by electric brakes independent of the...
- Page 367 9-98 Driving and Operating TRAILER CONNECTED: This message will also turn off if it is If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will briefly display when a acknowledged or if the trailer message only reappears when trailer with electric brakes is first harness is reconnected.
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Page 368: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-99 A GM dealer may be able to If TSC is enabled, the Traction Warning (Continued) diagnose and repair problems with Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak the trailer. However, any diagnosis warning light will flash on the vehicle or trailer tires. See Towing and repair of the trailer is not instrument cluster. -
Page 369: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-100 Driving and Operating Conversions and For information on wiring auxiliary Caution (Continued) switches, see www.gmupfitter.com Add-Ons or contact your dealer. vehicle was built to carry a snow plow, do not add one to the Adding a Snow Plow or Add-On Electrical vehicle. - Page 370 Driving and Operating 9-101 The plow the vehicle can carry Here are some guidelines for safely the GVW rating, the front and depends on many things, such as: carrying a snow plow on the vehicle: rear axle ratings, and the front and rear weight distribution ratio.
- Page 371 9-102 Driving and Operating In order to calculate the amount of For example, adding a 318 kg weight any front accessory, such as (700 lb) snow plow actually adds a snow plow, is adding to the front more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the axle, use the following formula: front axle.
- Page 372 Driving and Operating 9-103 The total vehicle reserve capacity Warning Warning (Continued) for the vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the On some vehicles that have rear weight distribution ratio is Certification/Tire label as shown certain front mounted equipment, necessary to provide proper previously.
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Page 373: Pickup Conversion To
9-104 Driving and Operating Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 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 differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety. -
Page 374: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Headlamp Aiming Protection Headlamp Aiming ..10-38 Operating Mode ... 10-26 Bulb Replacement Engine Fan ....10-26 General Information Bulb Replacement . - Page 375 10-2 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Buying New Tires ... 10-71 General Information Block ..... 10-43 Different Size Tires and For service and parts needs, visit Instrument Panel Fuse...
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Page 376: Warning
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control. -
Page 377: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 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 Servicing the The handle is under the front Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on edge of the hood near the page 3-36. - Page 378 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 4.3L V6 Engine...
- Page 379 10-6 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Starting on page 10-90. See Jump Starting on Brake Fluid on page 10-29. page 10-90. 2. Battery on page 10-31. 11.
- Page 380 Vehicle Care 10-7 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine Similar...
- Page 381 10-8 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Starting on page 10-90. (Out of View). See Jump Starting Reservoir. See Adding Washer on page 10-90. Fluid under Washer Fluid on 2.
- Page 382 Vehicle Care 10-9 6.0L V8 Engine...
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Page 383: Engine Oil
10-10 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 9. Remote Negative ( ) Location. Engine Oil Starting on page 10-90. See Jump Starting on For diesel engine vehicles, see page 10-90. 2. Battery on page 10-31. Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 10. -
Page 384: Checking Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-11 Checking Engine Oil what kind of oil to use. For engine Warning oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine Capacities and Specifications on oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle page 12-2. - Page 385 10-12 Vehicle Care Add enough oil to put the level oil of this viscosity grade will provide somewhere in the proper operating easier cold starting for the engine at range. Push the dipstick all the way extremely low temperatures. back in when through. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, always Selecting the Right Engine Oil...
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Page 386: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-13 What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil not necessary for up to a year. The elements that can be unhealthy for engine oil and filter must be This vehicle has a computer system... -
Page 387: Automatic Transmission
10-14 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil The oil life system can also be reset Automatic Transmission as follows: Life System Fluid 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Reset the system whenever the When to Check and Change the engine off. - Page 388 Vehicle Care 10-15 How to Check Automatic pausing for about three seconds Caution in each range. Then, move the Transmission Fluid shift lever back to P (Park). Use of the incorrect automatic Caution 4. Allow the engine to idle transmission fluid may damage (500 800 rpm) for at least the vehicle, and the damage may Too much or too little fluid can...
- Page 389 10-16 Vehicle Care Cold Check Procedure See Engine Compartment 5. If the fluid level is below the Overview on page 10-5. COLD check band, add only Use this procedure only as a enough fluid as necessary to reference to determine if the 2.
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Page 390: Manual Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-17 The hot check is the most accurate 3. Install the dipstick by pushing it band. It does not take much method to check the fluid level. The back in all the way; wait fluid, generally less than 0.5 L hot check should be performed at three seconds, and then pull it (1 pt). -
Page 391: Hydraulic Clutch
10-18 Vehicle Care See Recommended Fluids and How to Check and Add Fluid When to Inspect the Engine Air Lubricants on page 11-12 for the Cleaner/Filter Visually check the clutch fluid proper fluid to use. reservoir to make sure the fluid level Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the is at the MIN (minimum) line on the scheduled maintenance intervals... - Page 392 Vehicle Care 10-19 Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ 3. Disconnect the electrical Warning Filter connectors (2) and the connector harness from the Operating the engine with the air cover. cleaner/filter off can cause you or 4. Remove the four screws (1) on others to be burned.
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Page 393: Cooling System
10-20 Vehicle Care Cooling System 3. Engine Electric Cooling Fans 3. Engine Belt-Driven Cooling Fan If the vehicle has the Duramax Warning Warning diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. An electric engine cooling fan can Heater and radiator hoses, and The cooling system allows the start even when the engine is not other engine parts, can be very... -
Page 394: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-21 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning 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. - Page 395 10-22 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Caution (Continued) 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 Engine Compartment Overview on would not be covered by the page 10-5.
- Page 396 Vehicle Care 10-23 1. Remove the coolant surge tank Warning Warning (Continued) 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...
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Page 397: Engine Overheating
10-24 Vehicle Care mixture to the coolant surge tank If the decision is made not to lift the Caution until the level reaches the FULL hood when this warning appears, COLD mark. get service help right away. See Running the engine without Roadside Assistance Program on 5. - Page 398 Vehicle Care 10-25 If there is an engine overheat If the temperature overheat gauge is Warning (Continued) warning, but no steam is seen or no longer in the overheat zone or an heard, the problem may not be too overheat warning no longer from the engine if you see or hear serious.
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Page 399: Overheated Engine
10-26 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the increases as the clutch more fully Caution engine for five minutes while engages, so an increase in fan parked. If the warning is still noise may be heard. This is normal After driving in the overheated displayed, turn off the engine until it and should not be mistaken as the... -
Page 400: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-27 fans will change to low speed when When to Check Power Steering 5. Remove the cap again and look additional cooling is no longer at the fluid level on the dipstick. Fluid required. The level should be between the It is not necessary to regularly The electric engine cooling fans ADD and FULL marks. -
Page 401: Washer Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid Caution (Continued) What to Use When using concentrated When windshield washer fluid needs washer fluid, follow the to be added, be sure to read the manufacturer instructions for manufacturer's instructions before adding water. Open the cap with the washer use. -
Page 402: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-29 proper sequence to torque new, approved replacement parts. Warning specifications in Capacities and If this is not done, the brakes might Specifications on page 12-2. not work properly. For example, The brake wear warning sound installing disc brake pads that are Brake linings should always be means that soon the brakes will wrong for the vehicle, can change... -
Page 403: Checking Brake Fluid
10-30 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough. -
Page 404: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-31 Always clean the brake fluid Caution (Continued) Warning reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This be replaced. Do not let Battery posts, terminals, and helps keep dirt from entering the someone put in the wrong related accessories contain lead reservoir. -
Page 405: Four-Wheel Drive
10-32 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the To get an accurate reading, the Front Axle black, negative ( ) cable from the vehicle should be on a level When to Check and Change battery or use a battery trickle surface. Lubricant charger. -
Page 406: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-33 What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12 to determine what kind of lubricant to use. Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is 1500 Series All Except 1500 Series... - Page 407 10-34 Vehicle Care out along the axle tubes and has fill plug hole, located on the rear not drained back to the sump area. axle. Add only enough fluid to Therefore, a reading taken reach the proper level. five minutes after the vehicle has For all 6.0L 2500HD Series been driven will appear to have a applications, the proper level is...
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Page 408: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care 10-35 Noise Control System 2. The use of the vehicle after such Air Intake: device or element of design has Removal of the air cleaner The following information relates to been removed or rendered silencer. compliance with federal noise inoperative by any person. -
Page 409: Function Check
10-36 Vehicle Care 2. Apply both the parking brake Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever and the regular brake. moves out of P (Park), contact Shift Lock Control your dealer for service. Do not use the accelerator Function Check pedal, and be ready to turn off Ignition Transmission the engine immediately if it... -
Page 410: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-37 To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) Caution mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check 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 Warning blade is installed could damage... -
Page 411: Glass Replacement
10-38 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-41. 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... -
Page 412: Headlamps, Front Turn
Vehicle Care 10-39 Headlamps, Front Turn Headlamp Fog Lamps Signal, Sidemarker, and 1. Open the hood. To replace the front fog lamp bulb: Parking Lamps 2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Locate the fog lamp under the assembly cover by turning it front bumper. -
Page 413: Models)
10-40 Vehicle Care Taillamps (Chassis Cab Taillamps, Turn Signal, Models) Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 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. -
Page 414: Center High-Mounted
Vehicle Care 10-41 Center High-Mounted To replace one of these bulbs: 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it Stoplamp (CHMSL) and straight out. Cargo Lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamp... -
Page 415: Electrical System
10-42 Vehicle Care Electrical System headlamp wiring checked right away Exterior Lamp Bulb if the lamps go on and off or Number remain off. Electrical System Low-Beam H11 LL Windshield Wipers Overload Headlamp If the wiper motor overheats due to License W5W LL The vehicle has fuses to protect... -
Page 416: Block
Vehicle Care 10-43 Look at the silver-colored band Caution 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 component on the vehicle may one of the identical size and rating. - Page 417 10-44 Vehicle Care Micro Usage J-Case Fuses Trailer Brake Trailer Battery J-Case Usage Fuses Antilock Brake System Pump Instrument Panel BEC 1 Spare 4WD Trec Spare Instrument Panel BEC 2 Spare Rear Window Defogger Starter Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 2...
- Page 418 Vehicle Care 10-45 Mini Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage (2 Pin) (2 Pin) (2 Pin) Trailer Stop/Turn Front Wiper Center Lamps, Left High-Mounted Antilock Brake Stoplamp Trailer Parking System Valves Lamps Miscellaneous Upfitter SW 2 Ignition Trailer Upfitter SW 3 Back-up Lamp Transmission...
- Page 419 10-46 Vehicle Care Micro Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage Micro Usage (2 Pin) (3 Pin) Relays Engine Control Transmission Fuel Pump 2 Module Control Module/ Air Conditioning Engine Control Interior Heater Control Module Spare Starter Headlamps Aeroshutter Mini Relays Usage Micro Usage Front Washer...
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Page 420: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-47 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) 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 421 10-48 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Accessory Power Heater, Ventilation, features shown. Outlet Retained and Air Conditioning/ Number Usage Accessory Power Auxiliary Heater, Accessory Power Ventilation and Air Accessory Power Outlet 2 Conditioning Ignition...
- Page 422 Vehicle Care 10-49 Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Right) Spare Spare Spare Left Doors Park Enable/ Driver Power Seat Electrically Adjustable Left Front Heated/ Pedals Cooled Seat Right Front Heated/ Accessory/Run Crank Cooled Seats Spare Heated Steering Wheel Retained Accessory Spare...
- Page 423 10-50 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Number Usage Accessory Power Outlet 3 Accessory Power Outlet 4 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 8 Rear Seat Entertainment Cargo Lamp Steering Wheel Controls Radio...
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Page 424: Tires
Vehicle Care 10-51 Wheels and Tires Number Usage Number Usage Export/Power Take Tires Off/SEO Battery 1 Body Control Every new GM vehicle has Obstacle Detection/ Module 6 high-quality tires made by a USB Ports Body Control leading tire manufacturer. See Body Control Module 7 the warranty manual for... -
Page 425: All-Season Tires
10-52 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Poorly maintained and Overinflated tires are more center should repair, replace, dismount, and improperly used tires are likely to be cut, punctured, dangerous. or broken by a sudden mount the tires. impact such as when Overloading the tires can Do not spin the tires in... -
Page 426: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-53 identified by the last two characters With winter tires, there may be Low-Profile Tires of this TPC code, which will decreased dry road traction, If the vehicle has P275/55R20, be MS. increased road noise, and shorter P285/50R20, or P285/45R22 tread life. -
Page 427: All-Terrain Tires
10-54 Vehicle Care All-Terrain Tires criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. This vehicle may have all-terrain GM's TPC specifications meet or tires. These tires provide good exceed all federal safety performance on most road surfaces, guidelines. weather conditions, and for off-road driving. - Page 428 Vehicle Care 10-55 (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation (TIN) The letters and numbers Load Limit Maximum load that following the DOT code are the can be carried and the Tire Identification Number (TIN). maximum pressure needed to The TIN shows the support that load.
- Page 429 10-56 Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire (4) DOT (Department of The TIN shows the Performance Criteria Transportation) manufacturer and plant code, Specification) Original Department of Transportation tire size, and date the tire was equipment tires designed to (DOT) code indicates that the manufactured.
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Page 430: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-57 Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit capacity a tire is certified to number that indicates the tire carry. The speed rating is the Tire Size height-to-width measurements. maximum speed a tire is For example, if the tire size certified to carry a load. -
Page 431: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-58 Vehicle Care (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit (7) Service Description automatic transmission, power number that indicates the tire service description indicates the windows, power seats, and air height-to-width measurements. load index and speed rating of a conditioning. For example, if the tire size tire. - Page 432 Vehicle Care 10-59 Cold Tire Pressure identify the tire manufacturer, Load Index An assigned amount of air pressure in a tire, production plant, brand, and number ranging from 1 to 279 measured in kPa (kilopascal) date of production. that corresponds to the load or psi (pounds per square inch) carrying capacity of a tire.
- Page 433 10-60 Vehicle Care Occupant Distribution Recommended Inflation Traction The friction between Designated seating positions. Pressure Vehicle the tire and the road surface. manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. Outward Facing Sidewall tire inflation pressure as shown side of an asymmetrical tire that Tread The portion of a tire that on the tire placard.
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Page 434: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-61 The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure Caution (Continued) sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tires need the correct amount of Tire Quality Grading on Overinflated tires, or tires that air pressure to operate page 10-73. have too much air, can effectively. - Page 435 10-62 Vehicle Care For additional information Check the tire inflation pressure Tire Pressure for regarding how much weight the when the tires are cold, meaning High-Speed Operation vehicle can carry, and an the vehicle has not been driven example of the Tire and Loading for at least three hours or no Warning Information label, see Vehicle...
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Page 436: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Vehicle Care 10-63 Vehicles with P275/55R20 or P285/ Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the 50R20 size tires require inflation provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping pressure adjustment when driving monthly when cold and inflated to ability. -
Page 437: Operation
10-64 Vehicle Care pressure as intended. TPMS condition exists. TPMS sensors are A message to check the pressure in malfunctions may occur for a variety mounted onto each tire and wheel a specific tire displays in the Driver of reasons, including the installation assembly, excluding the spare tire Information Center (DIC). - Page 438 Vehicle Care 10-65 A Tire and Loading Information label light and the DIC message Caution (Continued) shows the size of the original should go off after the road tire equipment tires and the correct is replaced and the sensor the GM approved tire sealant inflation pressure for the tires when matching process is performed available through your dealer or...
- Page 439 10-66 Vehicle Care Replacement tires or wheels do should be performed after replacing The TPMS sensor matching not match the original equipment a spare tire with a road tire process is: tires or wheels. Tires and wheels containing the TPMS sensor. The 1.
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Page 440: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-67 5. If the vehicle has an uplevel 8. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection front tire, and repeat the DIC, press and hold the (Set/ We recommend that the tires, procedure in Step 7. Reset) button located in the including the spare tire, if the center of the DIC controls. -
Page 441: Tire Rotation
10-68 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Anytime unusual wear is or other damage that cannot noticed, rotate the tires as soon be repaired well because of as possible, check for proper tire the size or location of the inflation pressure, and check for damage. - Page 442 Vehicle Care 10-69 Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10-61 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
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Page 443: Dual Tire Rotation
10-70 Vehicle Care See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Warning (Continued) Warning and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10-79. towel can be used; however, use If the vehicle is operated with a a scraper or wire brush later to tire that is underinflated, the tire Dual Tire Rotation remove all rust or dirt. -
Page 444: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-71 including temperatures, loading Parking for an extended period can conditions, and inflation pressure cause flat spots on the tires that maintenance affect how fast aging may result in vibrations while takes place. GM recommends that driving. When storing a vehicle for tires, including the spare if at least a month, remove the tires or equipped, be replaced after six... - Page 445 10-72 Vehicle Care GM's exclusive TPC Spec time. If proper rotation and Warning system considers over a dozen maintenance have been done, critical specifications that impact all four tires (six for dual rear Mixing tires of different sizes, the overall performance of the wheels) should wear out at brands, or types may cause vehicle, including brake system...
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Page 446: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-73 The Tire and Loading Warning Warning Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Using bias-ply tires on the If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel there may not be an acceptable on page 9-15 for the label level of performance and safety if rim flanges to develop cracks... - Page 447 10-74 Vehicle Care Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal habits, service practices and Temperature A safety requirements and differences in road additional General Motors Tire characteristics and climate. The following information relates Performance Criteria (TPC) to the system developed by the Traction standards.
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Page 448: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-75 Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A Replace any wheel that is bent, loading, either separately or in (the highest), B, and C, cracked, or badly rusted or combination, can cause heat representing the tire's resistance corroded. -
Page 449: Tire Chains
10-76 Vehicle Care Whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, Tire Chains Warning or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup, check the wheel nut Warning Using the wrong replacement torque after 160, 1 600 and wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel 10 000 km (100, 1,000 and 6,000 mi) If the vehicle has dual wheels or nuts can be dangerous. -
Page 450: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-77 If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout and road conditions. Follow that are the proper size for the tires. while driving, especially if the tires manufacturer's instructions. To Install them on the tires of the are maintained properly. - Page 451 10-78 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall...
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Page 452: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-79 Tire Changing Warning (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and 6. Place wheel blocks on both Tools sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed. When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1). - Page 453 10-80 Vehicle Care For regular cab models, the equipment you will need is behind the passenger seat. For double and crew cab models, the equipment is on the shelf behind the passenger side second row seat. 1. Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder.
- Page 454 Vehicle Care 10-81 1. Open the spare tire lock cover 5. Pull the spare tire out from under on the bumper and use the the vehicle. ignition key to remove the spare tire lock (8). To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key turn and pull straight out.
- Page 455 10-82 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and The tools you will be using include If the vehicle has a center cap the jack (1), the wheel blocks (2), with wheel nut caps, the wheel Installing the Spare Tire the jack handle (3), the jack handle nut caps are designed to stay Use the following pictures and extensions (4), and the wheel...
- Page 456 Vehicle Care 10-83 Front Position 1500 Models Front Position All Other Models 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the 4. Position the jack under the Position the jack under the wheel nuts. Do not remove the vehicle, as shown.
- Page 457 10-84 Vehicle Care Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
- Page 458 Vehicle Care 10-85 6. Turn the wheel wrench Warning clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the ground so there is enough parts to which it is fastened, can room for the spare tire to fit make wheel nuts become loose under the wheel well.
- Page 459 10-86 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten each wheel nut by Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until hubs and hub piloted wheels for nuts. See Capacities and the wheel is held against damage. Because of loose Specifications on page 12-2 for the hub.
- Page 460 Vehicle Care 10-87 it into place until it seats flush with Caution the wheel. The cap only goes on one way. Be sure to line up the tab Storing an aluminum wheel with a on the center cap with the flat tire under your vehicle for an indentation on the wheel.
- Page 461 10-88 Vehicle Care 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center wheel. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. Insert the hoist end (10) through the hole (9) in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft.
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Page 462: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-89 To store the jack and jack tools: 2. Tighten down the wing nut (3). 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (2) and jack (7) together with the wing nut (1) and retaining bolt (8). 4. Position the jack (7) in the mounting bracket (6). -
Page 463: Jump Starting
10-90 Vehicle Care If equipped with a temporary use The vehicle may have a different Jump Starting full-size spare tire, it is indicated on size spare tire than the road tires For more information about the the tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall originally installed on the vehicle. - Page 464 Vehicle Care 10-91 begin that, especially in cold before setting the parking brake. Caution weather, you may not be able to If you have a four-wheel-drive get enough power from a single vehicle, be sure the transfer Ignoring these steps could result battery in another vehicle to start case is in a drive gear, not in in costly damage to the vehicle...
- Page 465 10-92 Vehicle Care 5. Open the hood on the other Warning Warning vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine terminal locations on that battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
- Page 466 Vehicle Care 10-93 Do not connect positive (+) to 8. Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the good battery and maybe other parts battery.
- Page 467 10-94 Vehicle Care Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other 6.0L...
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Page 468: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-95 Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a Follow the tow vehicle professional towing service if the manufacturer s instructions. See disabled vehicle must be towed. your dealer or trailering professional Caution for additional advice and equipment To tow the vehicle behind another recommendations. - Page 469 10-96 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not Warning be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles ground. Shifting a four-wheel-drive Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park).
- Page 470 Vehicle Care 10-97 shifting the transmission to 5. Start the engine, then shift the Caution R (Reverse) and then to D transfer case out of N (Neutral) (Drive). There should be no to Two-Wheel Drive High. See If the steering column is locked, movement of the vehicle while Four-Wheel Drive for directions vehicle damage may occur.
- Page 471 10-98 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Front Towing (Front Wheels Off Caution (Continued) the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Front Towing (Front Wheels Off Vehicles warranty. Never tow the vehicle the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles with the rear wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground.
- Page 472 Vehicle Care 10-99 8. Release the parking brake only 2. Set the parking brake. See Warning after the vehicle being towed is Parking Brake on page 9-50. firmly attached to the tow 3. Put the transmission in P (Park). Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
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Page 473: Appearance Care
10-100 Vehicle Care To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive Appearance Care Caution (Continued) vehicle from the rear: 1. Drive the rear wheels onto the Exterior Care products can be obtained from dolly. your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding 2. Set the parking brake. See correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. - Page 474 Vehicle Care 10-101 Finish Care This symbol is on any Caution 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...
- Page 475 10-102 Vehicle Care The bright metal moldings on the rinse the bedliner surface following emblems, decals and stripes. Follow vehicle are aluminum. To prevent a chemical spill to avoid permanent instructions under "Washing the damage always follow these damage. Vehicle" previously in this section. cleaning instructions: Spray-in bedliners can fade from Lamp covers are made of plastic,...
- Page 476 Vehicle Care 10-103 Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires Caution cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. Failure to clean lamps properly detergent. Wash the windshield can cause damage to the lamp thoroughly when cleaning the cover that would not be covered...
- Page 477 10-104 Vehicle Care 2500/3500 Series vehicles, at least Caution Caution (Continued) every other engine oil change lubricate the upper and lower Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses control arm ball joints. Control arm trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tire cleaning ball joints on 1500 series vehicles vehicle is not washed after driving...
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Page 478: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-105 with a clean cloth will make them Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove last longer, seal better, and not stick dust from knobs and crevices on the Quickly repair minor chips and or squeak. instrument cluster. - Page 479 10-106 Vehicle Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass Coated Moldings the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
- Page 480 Vehicle Care 10-107 To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution hidden area for colorfastness before 1. Saturate a clean lint-free using a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water. Do not attach a device with a cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Microfiber cloth is recommended suction cup to the display.
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Page 481: Floor Mats
10-108 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Caution Caution Warning Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics If a floor mat is the wrong size or well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. - Page 482 Vehicle Care 10-109 Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Do not place one floor mat on top of another.
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Page 484: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service Maintenance This maintenance section applies to needs. vehicles with a gasoline engine. For Your dealer recognizes the diesel engine vehicles, see the importance of providing maintenance schedule section in General Information competitively priced maintenance... - Page 485 11-2 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road The Tire Rotation and Required Warning surfaces within legal driving Services are the responsibility of the limits. vehicle owner. It is recommended to Performing maintenance work can have your dealer perform these Use the recommended fuel.
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Page 486: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil traffic, areas with poor air quality, and filter must be changed at least or areas with high dust levels. Schedule once a year and the oil life system Replacement may also be needed if must be reset. - Page 487 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Check parking brake and Lubricate the suspension blades for wear, cracking, automatic transmission park and steering components at or contamination. See Exterior mechanism. See Park Brake and least every other oil Care on page 10-100. Replace P (Park) Mechanism Check on change.
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Page 488: Additional Required Services
Service and Maintenance 11-5 Additional Required Services Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. - Page 489 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (2) Or every four years, whichever (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal page 10-20. (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines (1) Or every two years, whichever and hoses for proper hook-up, (6) Or every 10 years, whichever...
- Page 490 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Inspect evaporative control system.
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Page 491: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Extreme service for full-size Special Application Schedule Additional Required pickups mainly driven off-road in Services Services - Severe four-wheel drive or used in farming, mining, forestry, Department of (1) Or every two years, whichever Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Natural Resources (DNR), or snow comes first. -
Page 492: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing... - Page 493 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks.
- Page 494 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Your dealer has the required Vehicle Care Wiper Blades equipment to ensure proper To help keep the vehicle looking like Wiper blades need to be cleaned wheel alignment. new, vehicle care products are and kept in good condition to Windshield available from your dealer.
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Page 495: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the maintenance schedule section in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. - Page 496 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 93436060). Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB.
- Page 497 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle Driveshaft Splines (All Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 19257121, in 4WD 1500/2500/3500 Series) and Canada 19257122). Rear Axle Driveshaft Splines (All 2WD 1500 Series with Automatic Transmission) Rear Driveline Center Spline Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
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Page 498: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992... -
Page 499: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading... - Page 500 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
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Page 502: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts. -
Page 503: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Capacities Application Metric English... - Page 504 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 5.7 L 6.0 qt 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8 8.0 L 8.5 qt 6.0L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L...
- Page 505 12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LV3) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 4.3L V6 (LV1) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 5.3L V8 (L83) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.0L V8 (L96) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L86) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in)
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Page 506: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L and 6.2L V8 Engines 6.0L V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement. - Page 507 12-6 Technical Data NOTES...
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Page 508: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-14... - Page 509 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: 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...
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Page 510: Customer Assistance
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 511: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Assistance: that allows interaction with (Recall Information): View... -
Page 512: Program
General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program 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 Roadside Assistance representatives. - Page 513 Flat Tire Change: Service to General Motors North America and plate number of the vehicle. change a flat tire with the spare Chevrolet reserve the right to limit tire. The spare tire, if equipped, services or payment to an owner or Odometer reading, Vehicle...
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Page 514: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters. - Page 515 13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a one-way or round-trip shuttle service Courtesy Rental Vehicle part of the New Vehicle Limited within reasonable time and distance Your dealer may arrange to provide Warranty. A separate booklet parameters of your dealer's area. you with a courtesy rental vehicle or entitled Limited Warranty and reimburse you for a rental vehicle...
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Page 516: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program parts. Poorly performed collision A recycled original equipment GM repairs diminish the vehicle resale part may be an acceptable choice to Information value, and safety performance can maintain the vehicle's originally All program options, such as shuttle be compromised in subsequent designed appearance and safety service, may not be available at... - Page 517 13-10 Customer Information Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the Give only the necessary information vehicle will be repaired with GM to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you original equipment collision parts. in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that If such insurance coverage is not For emergency towing see...
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Page 518: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 Choose a reputable repair facility aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Service Publications that uses quality replacement parts. the repair professional, and insist on Ordering Information See Collision Parts earlier in this Genuine GM parts. Remember, section. if the vehicle is leased, you may be Service Manuals obligated to have the vehicle If the airbag has inflated, see What... -
Page 519: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: personal information or link with any Owner Manual, and Warranty other GM system containing Helm, Incorporated Manual. personal information. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive Radio Frequency $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 Statement... -
Page 520: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline... -
Page 521: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: bag deployment or hitting a road about the vehicle s performance and obstacle, data that will assist in Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the understanding how a vehicle s Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. -
Page 522: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or about the vehicle s operation; better understanding of the share it with others except: with the collisions involving the vehicle; the circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, use of the vehicle and its features;... - Page 523 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
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Page 524: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Overview system limitations at OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). -
Page 525: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Receive Roadside Assistance. OnStar Services Navigation voice commands. Manage WiFi Settings (if Requires the available Directions equipped). Emergency & Connections service plan. Press to get a priority connection With Automatic Crash Response, Obtain the WiFi network name, to an OnStar Emergency Advisor the OnStar system can or Service Set Identifier or SSID,... -
Page 526: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 3. Directions are downloaded to the Repeat vehicle. 1. Press . System responds: OnStar provides services including 4. Follow the voice-guided Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote OnStar ready, then a tone. commands. Ignition Block, and Roadside 2. Say Repeat. System responds Assistance, if equipped. -
Page 527: Connections
14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure; or activate remote horn Destination Download: Press and lights. Also remote start the then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that vehicle (if factory equipped) or download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless unlock the doors from anywhere navigation system in the vehicle (if... - Page 528 OnStar 14-5 To Make a Call Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: About to store <name 1. Press . System responds: 1. Press . System responds: tag>. Does that sound OK? OnStar ready. OnStar ready. 5. Say Yes or say No to try 2.
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Page 529: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer... - Page 530 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
- Page 531 14-8 OnStar In emergency situations, OnStar Potential Issues Vehicle and Power Issues can use the last stored GPS OnStar cannot perform Remote OnStar services require a vehicle location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle electrical system, wireless service, responders.
- Page 532 OnStar 14-9 Advisor. Users of wireless above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software communications are cautioned that permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of the privacy of any information sent copies. the copyright holder. via wireless cellular communications THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED unzip:...
- Page 533 14-10 OnStar Kai Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in not limited to, labeling of the Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other altered versions with the names Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Info-ZIP (or any variation Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
- Page 534 INDEX Airbag System All-Season Tires ....10-52 Check ......3-37 All-Terrain Tires .
- Page 535 INDEX Automatic Bluetooth Bulb Replacement (cont'd) License Plate Lamps ..10-41 Dimming Mirrors ....2-16 Overview ..7-30, 7-31, 7-36, 7-41, 7-45 Door Locks .
- Page 536 INDEX Cargo Lamp ....6-6 Climate Control Systems . . . 8-1, 8-3 Cooling System ....10-20 Cautions, Danger, and Air Conditioning .
- Page 537 INDEX Distracted Driving ....9-2 Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Dome Lamps ....6-7 Control System .
- Page 538 INDEX Forward Collision Alert Fuses ......10-42 (FCA) System ....9-62 Engine Compartment Four-Wheel Drive .
- Page 539 INDEX Glove Box ..... . 4-2 Heater Infants and Young Children, GM Mobility Reimbursement Engine Coolant ....9-29 Restraints .
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Page 540: For Children (Latch)
INDEX LATCH, Lower Anchors and Lights (cont'd) Tethers for Children ..3-46 Tire Pressure ....5-27 Labeling, Tire Sidewall . - Page 541 INDEX Messages (cont'd) Mirrors (cont'd) Engine Power ....5-38 Power ......2-14 Maintenance Fuel System .
- Page 542 INDEX Outlets Perchlorate Materials Engine ..... . 10-10 Power ......5-6 Requirements, California .
- Page 543 i-10 INDEX Proposition 65 Warning, Reimbursement Program, Ride Control Systems California ..... 10-2 GM Mobility ....13-5 Messages .
- Page 544 INDEX i-11 Safety Defects Reporting Service ......8-10 Specifications and Canadian Government ..13-13 Accessories and Capacities .
- Page 545 i-12 INDEX Sunglass Storage ....4-3 Tires ......10-51 Tires (cont'd) Wheel Replacement .
- Page 546 INDEX i-13 Transfer Case ....9-41 Transmission Vehicle Warning Automatic .....9-34 Alarm System .
- Page 547 i-14 INDEX Winter Driving ......9-12 Winter Tires ....10-53 Wiper Blade Replacement .
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push button type wiper blades
The specific push button type windshield wiper blades for a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado are not listed in the provided context. For correct blade type and length, refer to the Maintenance Replacement Parts section on page 11-15 of the manual.
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2015 silverado wt , how do I set radio to AM?
To set the radio to AM in a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado WT, press the RADIO button and select AM from the available options.
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how do you reset the personal data once entered in the display on the speed and get it to go back to normal?
To reset personal data on the display of a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, follow these steps:
1. Navigate to the infotainment system menu.
2. Select the option for Clear All Private Data (if the radio is equipped with software updates).
3. Choose either Cancel or Confirm when prompted.
This process will erase all private information stored in the vehicle's infotainment system.
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