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2011 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-45

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-53

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-38

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-31

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-36

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-56

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-30

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32

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Page 1 2011 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2011 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual Wheels and Tires ... 10-39 Jump Starting ....10-84 Towing ..... . 10-89 Appearance Care .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the GMC Truck Emblem, ACADIA, Motors of Canada Limited for GMC P.O.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and These mean there is something about the vehicle, use the Index labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other in the back of the manual. It is an text.
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuses Here are some additional symbols : Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer Restraints to the Index. : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Airbag Readiness Light : Oil Pressure...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Safety Belt ....1-10 Performance and Maintenance ® Sensing System for StabiliTrak System ..1-20 Passenger Airbag .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 12. Instrument Panel Illumination Dual Automatic Climate Control Control on page 6 5. System on page 8 4. B. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5 5. Data Link Connector (DLC). Q. Console Shift Lever See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (If Equipped).
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry Press to lock all doors. (RKE) System Information Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. The RKE transmitter is used to This section provides a brief remotely lock and unlock the doors To open or close the liftgate, press overview about some of the from up to 60 m (195 feet) away and hold...
Page 11: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks To cancel a remote start: On vehicles with power door locks, Starting the Vehicle the controls are located on the front Aim the RKE transmitter at With this feature the engine can be doors.
Page 12 In Brief Power Liftgate Windows Seat Adjustment On vehicles with a power liftgate, Manual Seats the vehicle must be in P (Park) to 1. Pull the handle under the seat to operate it. unlock the seat. Press and hold the liftgate 2.
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Power Seats Raise or lower the entire seat by Memory Features moving the control (A) up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control (B) forward or rearward.
Page 14: Second Row Seats
In Brief Storing Memory Positions See Memory Seat and Mirrors Second Row Seats under Power Seat Adjustment on To save into memory: page 3 4 and Vehicle 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback Personalization (With DIC Buttons) recliner, and both outside on page 5 45 for more information.
Page 15: Heated Seats
In Brief Third Row Seats Heated Seats Head Restraint Adjustment The third row seats can be folded Heated Front Seats forward or removed. Do not drive until the head restraints On vehicles with this feature, the for all occupants are installed and heated seat controls are located adjusted properly.
Page 16: Sensing System For Passenger Airbag
1-10 In Brief Safety Belt Sensing System for conditions. The driver airbag, seat mounted side impact airbags, Passenger Airbag and roof rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
Page 17: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief 1-11 Mirror Adjustment Folding Mirrors Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust each mirror: Exterior Mirrors 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. For vehicles with manual folding mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to Dome Lamps turn them on or off. The dome lamps are located in the For more information, see: overhead console and above the rear seat passengers.
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer 1 : Slow wipes. : Turns the automatic light control on or off. 2 : Fast wipes. The windshield wiper/washer lever AUTO : Automatic operation of the is located on the left side of the Windshield Washer headlamps at normal brightness and steering column.
Page 20: Climate Controls
1-14 In Brief Climate Controls A. Fan Control E. REAR (Rear Climate Control) B. Temperature Control Air Recirculation C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Rear Window Defogger D. Air Conditioning...
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 Transmission Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle's speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster.
Page 22: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features : Change the display between the radio station frequency and the Radio(s) time, if equipped. While the ignition is off, press to display the time. For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7 2.
Page 23: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-17 Each page of favorites can contain Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices any combination of AM, FM, or XM Vehicles with an XM Satellite This vehicle may have an auxiliary stations. Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite input located on the radio faceplate See AM-FM Radio on page 7 7.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control : Increases or decreases volume. : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call. SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 Storage Compartments Power Outlets : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set The vehicle has three 12 volt speed from memory. accessory power outlets which See Cruise Control on page 9 34. can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone Navigation System or MP3 player.
Page 26: Maintenance
1-20 In Brief Sunroof Performance and Tire Pressure Monitor Maintenance The ignition must be in ON/RUN This vehicle may have a Tire or ACC/ACCESSORY to operate Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). the sunroof and power sunshade. ® StabiliTrak System See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 19.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 This may be an early indicator that Engine Oil Life System 3. If the vehicle has Driver the tire pressures are getting low Information Center (DIC) The engine oil life system calculates and the tires need to be inflated to buttons: Press and hold the engine oil life based on vehicle use the proper pressure.
Page 28: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Mexico: 01-800-466-0801 online service reminders, vehicle conditions are appropriate, maintenance tips, online owner use cruise control. As the owner of a new GMC, you manual, special privileges, are automatically enrolled in the Always follow posted speed and more. Roadside Assistance program.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 ® OnStar How OnStar Service Works available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's : Push this blue button to Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) connect to a specially trained or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar advisor to verify your OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR account information and to (1 888 466 7827) or TTY...
Page 30 1-24 In Brief OnStar service can t work unless control may prevent service to you, Your Responsibility your vehicle is in a place where such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, Increase the volume of the radio if OnStar has an agreement with weather, electrical system design the OnStar advisor cannot be heard.
Page 31: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Doors Interior Mirrors Liftgate ..... . 2-10 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-19 Windows Automatic Dimming Rearview Vehicle Security...
Page 32: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Keys If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always WARNING carry a spare key.
Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. Remote Keyless Entry See Battery Replacement later (RKE) System in this section. See Radio Frequency Statement on If the transmitter is still not page 13 19 for information working correctly, see your regarding Part 15 of the Federal dealer or a qualified technician Communications Commission...
Page 34 Keys, Doors and Windows If enabled through the DIC, the (Lock): Press to lock all the Press and hold for more than parking lamps flash twice to indicate doors. two seconds to activate the panic unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle alarm.
Page 35 Keys, Doors and Windows Programming Transmitters to Battery Replacement the Vehicle Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY Only RKE transmitters message displays in the DIC. programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is When replacing the lost or stolen, a replacement battery, do not touch any of can be purchased and programmed...
Page 36 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive start to have the vehicle in view Starting the Engine Using side facing down. Replace with a when doing so. Check local Remote Start CR2032 or equivalent battery. regulations for any requirements To start the vehicle: on remote starting of vehicles.
Page 37 Keys, Doors and Windows If the vehicle has an automatic Extending Engine Run Time A maximum of two remote starts or climate control system and heated remote start attempts are allowed To extend the engine run time by seats, the heated seats turn on between ignition cycles.
Page 38: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors and Windows Conditions in Which the Power Door Locks WARNING (Continued) Remote Start Will Not Work The power door lock switches are crash is increased if the The vehicle cannot be started using located on the front doors. doors are not locked.
Page 39: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors and Windows This feature will not operate if the Lockout Protection key is in the ignition. This feature protects you from This feature can be programmed by locking the key in the vehicle when using the Driver Information Center the key is in the ignition and a front (DIC).
Page 40: Doors
2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Doors To unlock the liftgate, use the WARNING (Continued) power door lock switch or press the door unlock button on the Liftgate If the vehicle must be driven with RKE transmitter twice. See Remote the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open: Keyless Entry (RKE) System Manual Liftgate Operation Operation on page 2 3.
Page 41 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-11 Power Liftgate Operation The power liftgate can be power Pressing the buttons or touchpad a opened and closed in the second time while the liftgate is The vehicle may have a power following ways: moving reverses the direction. liftgate.
Page 42 2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows If the transmission is shifted out of Obstacle Detection Features more information. After removing P (Park) while the power function the obstructions, manually open the A warning chime will sound and the is in progress, the liftgate power liftgate to the full open position or liftgate will automatically reverse function will continue to completion.
Page 43: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13 Manual Operation of Power With the power liftgate disabled and Vehicle Security all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate Liftgate This vehicle has theft-deterrent can be manually opened and features; however, they do not make closed.
Page 44 2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows If the delayed locking feature is Testing the Alarm pressing during the ten second active, the alarm is not activated pre-alarm, the alarm goes off. To test the alarm: until all doors are closed and the The headlamps flash and the horn security light goes off.
Page 45: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-15 Immobilizer The security light comes on if vehicle does start, the first key may there is a problem with arming be faulty. See your dealer who can See Radio Frequency Statement on ® or disarming the theft-deterrent service the PASS-Key III+ to have page 13 19 for information...
Page 46: Exterior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors and Windows ® To program the new additional key: If the PASS-Key III+ key is lost Exterior Mirrors or damaged, see your dealer or a 1. Verify that the new key has locksmith to have a new key made. Convex Mirrors stamped on it.
Page 47: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-17 Power Mirrors To adjust each mirror: For vehicles with outside power foldaway mirrors: 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the mirror. 2. Press on the control pad to adjust the mirror. 3. Press (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror.
Page 48: Heated Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors and Windows Resetting the Power Foldaway Heated Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: If the vehicle has the memory Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: package, the outside mirrors have (Rear Window Defogger): a park tilt feature.
Page 49: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-19 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming If the vehicle has RVC, button for turning the Rearview Mirror dimming feature on or off will Manual Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic not be available. dimming inside rearview mirror. Adjust the inside rearview mirror Vehicles with OnStar have three for a clear view of the area behind...
Page 50: Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows Windows Power Windows WARNING WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with Leaving children, helpless adults, the keys is dangerous for many or pets in a vehicle with the reasons. Children or others could windows closed is dangerous. be badly injured or even killed.
Page 51 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-21 Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the window switch until the window Windows is fully open. A window with the express up/down 3. Pull up and hold the window feature allows it to be raised or switch to close the window.
Page 52: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors and Windows Window Lockout Sun Visors Roof (Window Lockout): The window Sunroof lockout switch is located with the power window switches on the The ignition must be in ON/RUN driver door armrest. This feature or ACC/ACCESSORY to operate prevents the rear windows from the sunroof and power sunshade.
Page 53 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-23 Manual Sunshades On a vehicle with only manual sunshades, press the button on the sunshade handle to release it and guide it back. Pull the sunshade forward until it latches to close it. Vent: From the closed position, Rear Power Sunshade press and hold the front of the On vehicles with a rear power...
Page 54 2-24 Keys, Doors and Windows NOTES...
Page 55 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-30 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-46 Restraints Safety Belt Extender .
Page 56 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints 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 occupants will suffer 1. Pull the head restraint up to a neck/spinal injury in a crash.
Page 57 Seats and Restraints The vehicle's second row seats Front Seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be Seat Adjustment adjusted. The vehicle's third row seats have WARNING headrests in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. You can lose control of the The vehicle's head restraints and vehicle if you try to adjust a...
Page 58 Seats and Restraints To manually raise or lower the seat, On vehicles with power seats, the Memory Seat and Mirrors move the lever (B) repeatedly controls are on the outboard side of upward or downward. the seats. Move the seat forward or Power Seat Adjustment rearward by sliding the power seat adjustment control (A) forward...
Page 59 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a To save into memory: The memory feature can recall the memory position, the recall may driver seat and outside mirrors to 1.
Page 60: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints A single beep sounds. The driver Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar seat moves back approximately On vehicles with power lumbar, the Manual Lumbar 8 cm (3 in). To move the seat back controls used to operate this feature farther, press the easy exit seat are located on the outboard side button again until the seat is all the...
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING (Continued) WARNING The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could Sitting in a reclined position when go up over your abdomen. The the vehicle is in motion can be belt forces would be there, not at dangerous.
Page 62 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. WARNING 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then You can lose control of the release the lever to lock the vehicle if you try to adjust a seatback in place.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Heated Front Seats On vehicles with heated front seats, the controls are on the center console. To operate the heated WARNING seats the engine must be running. If you cannot feel temperature (Heated Seatback): Press to turn on the heated seatback.
Page 64: Front Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Heated and Ventilated the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one Front Seats When it is cold outside, the heated for the lowest. seats may turn on automatically during a remote vehicle start.
Page 65: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Rear Seats Entering and Exiting the Third Row WARNING Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position.
Page 66: Reclining Seatbacks
3-12 Seats and Restraints 3. Place folding armrests in the 3. Slide the seat rearward by Reclining the Seatbacks upright position. pushing on the seatback until it To recline the seatback: is locked into place. 4. Ensure that the safety belt is 1.
Page 67: Third Row Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-13 To return the seatback to the Third Row Seats To fold the seatback: seating position, lift the upper 1. Remove anything on or under corner of the seatback and push it the seat. WARNING rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the seatback to Using the third row seating make sure it is locked.
Page 68 3-14 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the WARNING seating position: 1. Raise the seatback into place by A safety belt that is improperly using the pullstrap from the rear routed, not properly attached, of the vehicle, or by pushing it or twisted will not provide the into place from inside the protection needed in a crash.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Removing the Third Row Seats 5. Remove the seat by tilting it 2. Place the seat on the vehicle slightly upward, and then pulling floor so that the front seat hooks 1. Remove the cargo management it out of the rear of the vehicle in are on the vehicle bars.
Page 70: Safety Belts
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts In most states and in all Canadian WARNING provinces, the law requires wearing This section of the manual safety belts. Here is why: It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts You never know if you will be in in a cargo area, inside or outside properly.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. Take the simplest vehicle.
Page 72 3-18 Seats and Restraints The person keeps going until or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! stopped by something. In a real With safety belts, you slow down vehicle, it could be the windshield... as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop.
Page 73: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Questions and Answers About Q: If I am a good driver, and I How to Wear Safety Belts never drive far from home, Safety Belts Properly why should I wear safety Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle belts? This section is only for people of after a crash if I am wearing a...
Page 74 3-20 Seats and Restraints First, before you or your touching the thighs. In a crash, this Q: What is wrong with this? passenger(s) wear a safety belt, applies force to the strong pelvic there is important information you bones and you would be less likely should know.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a lap belt is too loose. In a crash, crash, you would move forward you could slide under the lap too much, which could increase...
Page 76 3-22 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured if You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest you wear the shoulder belt under like this. The belt would be much your arm.
Page 78 3-24 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 79: Properly
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Lap-Shoulder Belt WARNING All seating positions in the vehicle You can be seriously injured by a have a lap-shoulder belt. twisted belt. In a crash, you would If you are using a rear seating not have the full width of the belt position with a detachable safety to spread impact forces.
Page 80 3-26 Seats and Restraints 4. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 31. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 81: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating...
Page 82 3-28 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Pretensioners work only once. Here is how to install a comfort If the pretensioners activate in a guide to the safety belt: This vehicle has safety belt crash, they will need to be replaced, pretensioners for the front outboard and probably other new parts for occupants.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-29 the vehicle. To access the comfort guide, you will first need to move the headrest forward by pulling on the handle behind the seatback. The comfort guide will now be accessible. 2. Place the guide over the belt 3.
Page 84: Safety Belt Use During
3-30 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During WARNING Pregnancy A safety belt that is not properly Safety belts work for everyone, worn may not provide the including pregnant women. Like all protection needed in a crash. occupants, they are more likely to The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured if they do not be seriously injured.
Page 85: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-31 The best way to protect the fetus is To wear it, attach it to the regular Keep safety belts clean and dry. to protect the mother. When a safety safety belt. For more information, See Safety Belt Care on belt is worn properly, it is more likely see the instruction sheet that comes page 3 31.
Page 86: Replacing Safety Belt System
3-32 Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts After a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-33 All of the airbags in the vehicle will Airbags are designed to supplement WARNING (Continued) have the word AIRBAG embossed the protection provided by safety in the trim or on an attached label belts. Even though today's airbags Also, airbags are not designed to near the deployment opening.
Page 88 3-34 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or when it inflates can be seriously very close to, any airbag when it injured or killed.
Page 89: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger frontal Driver Side shown, Passenger airbag is in the instrument panel on Side similar the passenger side. The driver frontal airbag is in the The seat-mounted side impact middle of the steering wheel.
Page 90: When Should An Airbag
3-36 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or it might force the object into Frontal airbags are designed to that person causing severe injury inflate in moderate to severe frontal or even death. The path of an or near-frontal crashes to help inflating airbag must be kept reduce the potential for severe...
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Frontal airbags may inflate Thresholds can also vary with The vehicle has seat-mounted at different crash speeds. specific vehicle design. side impact and roof-rail airbags. For example: See Airbag System on page 3 32. Frontal airbags are not intended to Seat-mounted side impact and If the vehicle hits a stationary inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear...
Page 92: What Makes An Airbag
3-38 Seats and Restraints Roof-rail airbags are not What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag intended to inflate in rear impacts. Inflate? Restrain? A seat-mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or of the vehicle that is struck.
Page 93: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Rollover capable roof-rail airbags What Will You See After WARNING are designed to help contain the an Airbag Inflates? head and chest of occupants in the When an airbag inflates, there outboard seating positions in the After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air.
Page 94 3-40 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has a crash sensing You can lock the doors, turn off the In many crashes severe enough to and diagnostic module which interior lamps and hazard warning inflate the airbag, windshields are records information after a flashers by using the controls for broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 95: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part System of the right front passenger seat. The sensors are designed to detect The vehicle has a passenger the presence of a properly-seated sensing system for the right front occupant and determine if the right passenger position.
Page 96 3-42 Seats and Restraints A right front passenger takes A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) his/her weight off of the seat for Never put a rear-facing child seat in a period of time. the front. This is because the risk deploy under some unusual to the rear-facing child is so great, Or, if there is a critical problem...
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-43 For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not still lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 98 3-44 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator is Lit for an use the following steps to allow the Additional Factors Affecting system to detect that person and Adult-Size Occupant System Operation enable the right front passenger Safety belts help keep the frontal airbag: passenger in position on the 1.
Page 99: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-45 A wet seat can affect the The on indicator may be lit if Your dealer and the service manual performance of the passenger an object, such as a briefcase, have information about servicing sensing system. Here is how: handbag, grocery bag, laptop or the vehicle and the airbag system.
Page 100: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-46 Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the seat. The passenger sensing Procedure in this manual. system may not operate See Customer Satisfaction Airbag-Equipped Vehicle properly if the original seat Procedure on page 13 1. trim is replaced with non-GM Q: Is there anything I might add If the vehicle has rollover covers, upholstery or trim,...
Page 101: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-47 Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. Parts After a Crash The airbag system does not need See your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance If the airbag readiness light stays on or replacement.
Page 102: Child Restraints
3-48 Seats and Restraints Does the lap belt fit low and Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that snug on the hips, touching the come with the booster seat state the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-49 According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child head and neck injury. The child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating might also slide under the lap position.
Page 104: Infants And Young
3-50 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young and infants. Neither the vehicle's WARNING safety belt system nor its airbag Children system is designed for them. Every Children can be seriously injured time infants and young children ride Everyone in a vehicle needs or strangled if a shoulder belt is in vehicles, they should have the protection! This includes infants...
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-51 WARNING WARNING (Continued) Never do this. better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you Never hold an infant or a must secure a forward-facing child while riding in a vehicle. child restraint in the right front Due to crash forces, an infant seat, always move the front or a child will become so heavy...
Page 106 3-52 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of height limitations for a particular WARNING add-on child restraints? child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still available for children with are purchased by the vehicle's so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 107: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-53 Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's restraint designed to improve A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
Page 108 3-54 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or In some areas, Certified Child by the LATCH system. See Lower Passenger Safety Technicians Restraint in the Vehicle Anchors and Tethers for Children (CPSTs) are available to inspect (LATCH System) on page 3 56 for and demonstrate how to correctly WARNING...
Page 109: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-55 Where to Put the WARNING WARNING (Continued) Restraint A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child According to accident statistics, restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even children and infants are safer injured or killed if the right if the airbag is off.
Page 110: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-56 Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and a top tether, you must also use child restraint and the size of the either the lower anchors or the Tethers for Children child restraint you may not be able safety belts to properly secure the (LATCH System) to access adjacent safety belt...
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-57 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 112 3-58 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row 60/40 Bench Third Row (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. positions with top tether anchors. Second Row Bucket (Lower Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-59 To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each second row anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Second Row Bucket Shown, Third Row Seat Bench Similar The third row has one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear The top tether anchors are located of the center seatback.
Page 114: System
3-60 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint WARNING position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System Do not attach more than one that the top tether be attached, or if child restraint to a single anchor.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-61 Do not fold the empty rear before placing the child WARNING seat with a safety belt buckled. restraint on the seat. Make This could damage the safety belt sure the third row bench Children can be seriously injured or the seat.
Page 116 3-62 Seats and Restraints 2.3. Route, attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using If the position you are using does not have a headrest has a fixed headrest or or head restraint and you head restraint and you are are using a dual tether,...
Page 117: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-63 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in WARNING a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the A crash can damage the LATCH child restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
Page 118 3-64 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 119: Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints 3-65 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Right Front manufacturer's instructions Passenger Seat) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and The vehicle has airbags. A rear Tethers for Children (LATCH seat is a safer place to secure System) on page 3 56 for more...
Page 120 3-66 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat system, see Lower Anchors and in the front. This is because the risk Tethers for Children (LATCH system is fail-safe.
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-67 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
Page 122 3-68 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 123: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments There are two cupholders, with removable liners, located in front Storage Compartments of the center console. There may Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 be cupholders located in the second Glove Box .
Page 124: Armrest Storage
Storage Armrest Storage To open the armrest storage area, press the button located on the front Vehicles with a rear seat armrest, of the armrest. There is additional have two cupholders. Pull the storage under the armrest. Move armrest down from the rear the armrest all the way to the rear seatback to access the cupholders.
Page 125: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Cargo Tie Downs WARNING Features Four cargo tie downs are located in Never open more than one of the the rear compartment of the vehicle. three latches at a time to help The tie-downs can be used to Cargo Cover avoid personal injury and damage secure small loads.
Page 126: Convenience Net
Storage Roof Rack System WARNING (Continued) thrown about the vehicle during WARNING a crash or sudden maneuver. If something is carried on top of Someone could be injured. the vehicle that is longer or wider Be sure to return the cover to than the roof rack like paneling, the closed position and latch...
Page 127 Storage Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg (200 lbs) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails, making sure to fasten cargo securely.
Page 128 Storage NOTES...
Page 129: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-14 Driver Information Center Controls Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-14 (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) .
Page 130: Controls
Instruments and Controls Ride Control System Controls 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Messages ....5-41 closer or away from you. Airbag System Messages ..5-42 Steering Wheel 4.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls To navigate folders on an iPod or (Next / Previous): Press 2. Press and release USB device for vehicles without a to select preset or favorite radio scroll up or down the list, then navigation system: stations, select tracks on a press and hold , or press CD/DVD, or to select tracks and...
Page 132: Horn
Instruments and Controls To navigate folders on an iPod or interact with those systems. Press to select a track or a folder USB device for vehicles with a See Bluetooth on page 7 49 and when navigating folders on an iPod navigation system: the OnStar Owner's Guide for more or USB device.
Page 133: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer (Off): Turns the wipers off. (Washer Fluid): Press the (Adjustable Interval Wipes): The windshield wiper/washer lever button at the end of the turn Turn the band up for more frequent is located on the left side of the signal/lane change lever, to spray wipes or down for less frequent steering column.
Page 134: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Compass Compass variance is the difference between the earth's magnetic north Wiper/Washer Your vehicle may have a compass and true geographic north. If the in the Driver Information Center compass is not set to the zone The rear wiper and rear wash button (DIC).
Page 135 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button If CAL should ever appear in the until the vehicle heading, DIC display, the compass should be for example, N for North, calibrated. is displayed in the DIC. If the DIC display does not show a 5.
Page 136: Clock
Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the 4. The DIC will display 3. Press the pushbutton located following procedure: CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN under any one of the labels to CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle be changed. Compass Calibration Procedure in tight circles at less than 4.
Page 137: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls To change the time default setting Power Outlets Notice: Leaving electrical from 12 hour to 24 hour or to equipment plugged in for an The vehicle has three 12 volt outlets change the date default setting from extended period of time while that can be used to plug in electrical month/day/year to day/month/year:...
Page 138 5-10 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, If equipment is connected using be sure to follow the proper more than 150 watts or a system installation instructions included fault is detected, a protection circuit with the equipment. See Add-On shuts off the power supply and the Electrical Equipment on page 9 56.
Page 139: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls 5-11 The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there and may not work properly, if the could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and following are plugged in: function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators Equipment with high...
Page 140: Instrument Cluster
5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 141: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Speedometer Tachometer An arrow in the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door The speedometer shows the The tachometer displays the is on. vehicle's speed in either kilometers engine speed in revolutions per The gauge will first indicate empty per hour (km/h) or miles per minute (rpm).
Page 142: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls Here are some situations that may Engine Coolant Voltmeter Gauge occur with the fuel gauge. None of Temperature Gauge these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 143: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Readings in the low warning zone Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt may occur when a large number of Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left Light idling for an extended period.
Page 144: Airbag Readiness Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt Passenger Airbag Status warning light and chime may turn Indicator on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, The vehicle has a passenger grocery bag, laptop or other sensing system.
Page 145: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 as a system check. If you are using a check to show the light is working. WARNING remote start to start the vehicle from It should go out when the engine is a distance, if equipped, you may not started.
Page 146: Malfunction
5-18 Instruments and Controls Malfunction If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: Modifications made to comes on and stays on while the the engine, transmission, Indicator Lamp engine is running, this indicates that exhaust, intake, or fuel system there is an OBD II problem and of the vehicle or the replacement A computer system called OBD II service is required.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Make sure to fuel the vehicle This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has causes the engine not to run as been detected on the vehicle.
Page 148: Brake System Warning
5-20 Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and The vehicle may not pass Brake System Warning inspection if: Maintenance Programs Light The malfunction indicator lamp is Some state/provincial and local The vehicle brake system on with the engine running, or if governments may have programs consists of two hydraulic circuits.
Page 149: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-21 This light may also come on due Antilock Brake System WARNING to low brake fluid. See Brakes on (ABS) Warning Light page 10 24 for more information. The brake system might not be When the ignition is on, the brake working properly if the brake system warning light will also come system warning light is on.
Page 150: Tow/Haul Mode Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls ® Then start the engine again to reset StabiliTrak Indicator Engine Coolant the system. If the light still stays on, Light Temperature Warning or comes on again while driving, the Light vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, there are still brakes, but no antilock brakes.
Page 151: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Notice: Lack of proper engine Then is On Steady oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be This indicates that there may be covered by the vehicle warranty. a problem with the Tire Pressure Always follow the maintenance Monitor System.
Page 152: Security Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls Security Light See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Cruise Control Light Changer on page 6 2 for more information. Front Fog Lamp Light This light flashes when the security This light comes on whenever the system is activated. cruise control is set. For more information, see Anti-Theft The light goes out when the cruise Alarm System on page 2 13.
Page 153: Information Displays Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Information Displays The outside air temperature and DIC Buttons compass, if equipped, also display on the DIC when viewing the trip Driver Information Center and fuel information. The outside (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) air temperature automatically appears in the top right corner If your vehicle has DIC buttons, of the DIC display.
Page 154 5-26 Instruments and Controls will alert you to change the oil on PARK ASSIST (Vehicle Information): Press a schedule consistent with your this button to display the oil life, If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic driving conditions. park assist on vehicles with this Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, feature, units, tire pressure readings When the remaining oil life is low,...
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-27 UNITS If a low tire pressure condition Trip/Fuel Menu Items is detected by the system while Press the vehicle information button (Trip/Fuel): Press this button driving, a message advising you until UNITS displays. This display to scroll through the following menu add air to a specific tire will appear allows you to select between Metric items:...
Page 156 5-28 Instruments and Controls Each trip odometer can be reset started again, and then the the fuel tank. This estimate will to zero separately by pressing the retroactive reset feature is activated, change if driving conditions change. set/reset button or the trip odometer the display will show 8 km (5 miles).
Page 157: Buttons)
Instruments and Controls 5-29 TIMER FUEL USED Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Press the trip/fuel button until Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays. This display FUEL USED displays. This display Buttons) can be used as a timer. shows the number of liters (L) or If your vehicle does not have DIC gallons (gal) of fuel used since the To start the timer, press the...
Page 158 5-30 Instruments and Controls If your vehicle does not have TRIP A or TRIP B The trip odometer will display DIC buttons, you can use the the number of kilometers (km) Press the trip odometer reset stem trip odometer reset stem to view or miles (mi) driven since the until TRIP A or TRIP B displays.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-31 OIL LIFE Remember, you must reset the system automatically turns back on OIL LIFE display yourself after each after each vehicle start. When the To access this display, the vehicle oil change. It will not reset itself. URPA system is turned off and the must be in P (Park).
Page 160: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-32 Instruments and Controls DISPLAY LANGUAGE Head-Up Display (HUD) information or CD track. It will also display turn-by-turn navigation To access this display, the vehicle information if the vehicle has a must be in P (Park). This display WARNING navigation radio. The images are allows you to select the language projected by the HUD lens located in which the DIC messages will...
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-33 The following indicator lights come or CD track number will display on the instrument panel when for a short period of time after the activated and also appear on radio or CD track status changes. the HUD: This happens whenever radio information is changed.
Page 162 5-34 Instruments and Controls To adjust the HUD image so that (Page) : Press this button to items are properly displayed, do the select the display formats. Release following: the page button when the format number with the desired display is 1.
Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-35 All formats will show the turn-by-turn Care of the HUD navigation information and provide Clean the inside of the windshield details about the next driving as needed to remove any dirt or film maneuver to be made. When you that could reduce the sharpness or near your destination, the HUD clarity of the HUD image.
Page 164: Vehicle Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls If You Cannot See the HUD Vehicle Messages The following are the possible messages that can be displayed Image When the Ignition Is On Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. Is anything covering the to notify the driver that the status of HUD lens? the vehicle has changed and that...
Page 165: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 SERVICE BATTERY vehicle and check for the message HOOD OPEN on the DIC display. If the message CHARGING SYSTEM On some models, this message is still displayed or appears again displays and a chime sounds if the On some vehicles, this message when you begin driving, the brake hood is not fully closed.
Page 166: Engine Cooling System
5-38 Instruments and Controls PASSENGER DOOR OPEN Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Messages This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger door is Notice: If you drive your vehicle ENGINE HOT A/C not fully closed and the vehicle is while the engine is overheating, (Air Conditioning) OFF shifted out of P (Park).
Page 167: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Notice: If you drive your vehicle Notice: If you drive your vehicle This message displays when the while the engine is overheating, while the engine oil pressure engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 168: Engine Power Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays and a This message displays and a chime chime sounds when the cooling sounds if the fuel level is low.
Page 169: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-41 TURN SIGNAL ON PARK ASSIST OFF Ride Control System Messages This message displays and a chime If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic sounds if a turn signal is left on for Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, SERVICE STABILITRAK 1.2 km (0.75 mile).
Page 170: Airbag System Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls TRACTION CONTROL OFF Anti-Theft Alarm System Service Vehicle Messages Messages This message displays when the SERVICE A/C (Air Traction Control System (TCS) is Conditioning) SYSTEM SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT turned off. Adjust your driving SYSTEM ® accordingly. See StabiliTrak This message displays when the System on page 9 31 for more electronic sensors that control...
Page 171: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 SERVICE VEHICLE SOON The low tire pressure warning SERVICE TIRE MONITOR light will also come on. See Tire SYSTEM This message displays when a Pressure Light on page 5 23. non-emissions related malfunction On vehicles with the Tire Pressure If a tire pressure message appears occurs.
Page 172: Transmission Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE The AWD system is disabled until SERVICE TRANSMISSION the compact spare tire is replaced This message displays when the This message displays when there by a full-size tire. If the warning Tire Pressure Monitor System is a problem with the transmission.
Page 173: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-45 This message displays and a chime Vehicle Speed Messages Vehicle sounds if the transmission fluid in Personalization SPEED LIMITED TO the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high XXX MPH (KM/H) can cause damage to the vehicle. Vehicle Personalization This message displays when your Stop the vehicle and let it idle to...
Page 174 5-46 Instruments and Controls The customization preferences are Feature Settings Menu Items DISPLAY LANGUAGE automatically recalled. This feature allows you to select The following are customization To change customization the language in which the DIC features that allow you to program messages will appear.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-47 You can also change the language AT VEHICLE SPEED: The doors Press the customization button until by pressing the trip odometer reset will automatically lock when the AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on stem. See Language under Driver vehicle speed is above 13 km/h the DIC display.
Page 176 5-48 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK reset button while the desired will flash when you press the lock This feature allows you to select the setting is displayed on the DIC. button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-49 NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until Press the customization button made to this feature. The current DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on until EXIT LIGHTING appears on setting will remain. the DIC display. Press the set/reset the DIC display.
Page 178 5-50 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING The lights will remain on for LOUD: The chime volume will be 20 seconds or until the lock button set to a loud level. This feature allows you to select on the RKE transmitter is pressed, whether or not to have the exterior NO CHANGE: No change will be or the vehicle is no longer off.
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be ON: The driver's seat will move PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on made to this feature. The current back when the key is removed from the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting will remain.
Page 180 5-52 Instruments and Controls MEMORY SEAT RECALL on page 5 29 for more information DO NOT RESTORE: The on matching transmitters to driver ID customization features will not be If your vehicle has this feature, it numbers. set to their factory default settings. allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall NO CHANGE: No change will be...
Page 181: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Exiting the Feature Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door Settings Menu System opener that does not have the stop The feature settings menu will be and reverse feature. This includes See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following any garage door opener model...
Page 182 5-54 Instruments and Controls When programming a garage door, To program up to three devices: 2. Hold the end of your hand-held park outside of the garage. Park transmitter about 3 to 8 cm directly in line with and facing the (1 to 3 inches) away from the garage door opener motor-head Universal Home Remote buttons...
Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-55 4. The indicator light on the continue with the 7. Firmly press and release the Universal Home Remote will programming Steps 6 Learn or Smart button. After flash slowly at first and then through 8. you press this button, you will rapidly after Universal Home have 30 seconds to complete It may be helpful to have...
Page 184: Operation
5-56 Instruments and Controls To program the remaining two If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System Universal Home Remote buttons, having difficulty programming a Operation begin with Step 2 of Programming gate operator or garage door the Universal Home Remote opener by using the Programming Using Universal Remote...
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-57 To erase all programmed buttons on Reprogramming a Single the Universal Remote device: Universal Remote Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote buttons, repeat the programming instructions earlier in this section, beginning with Step 2. For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System, call the customer assistance phone...
Page 186 5-58 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 187: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-5 Exterior Lamp Controls Courtesy Lamps ....6-5 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 188: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting It controls the following systems: (Parking Lamps): Turns the Headlamp High/ parking lamps on together with the Low-Beam Changer Headlamps following: Taillamps Headlamp High/Low Beam Taillamps Changer: Push the turn signal/lane Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps change lever away from you to turn License Plate Lamps the high beams on.
Page 189: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting Flash-to-Pass Daytime Running When the DRL are on, the regular headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker, Lamps (DRL)/Automatic This feature is used to signal to and other lamps will not be on. Headlamp System the vehicle ahead that you want The instrument panel and cluster to pass.
Page 190: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Signals Hazard Warning Flasher: change. Hold it there until the lane Press this button located on the change is completed. If the lever is instrument panel below the audio briefly pressed and released, the system, to make the front and rear...
Page 191: Fog Lamps
Lighting Fog Lamps Interior Lighting The reading lamps, located on the headliner above the rearview mirror, Use the fog lamps for better vision can be turned on or off independent Instrument Panel in foggy or misty conditions. of the automatic courtesy lamps, Illumination Control when the doors are closed.
Page 192: Reading Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamp Override Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated entry is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps will not come on Entry Lighting unless a door is opened. For vehicles with courtesy lamps, Delayed Entry Lighting they come on and stay on for a set time whenever the unlock symbol Delayed entry lighting illuminates is pressed on the Remote Keyless...
Page 193: Delayed Exit Lighting
Lighting Delayed Exit Lighting Parade Dimming voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an Delayed exit lighting illuminates the This feature automatically prohibits alert will be displayed. interior for a period of time after the the dimming of the instrument The battery can be discharged at key is removed from the ignition.
Page 194: Battery Power Protection
Lighting EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection discharge of the battery. It does this This feature helps prevent the by balancing the generator's output battery from being drained, if the and the vehicle's electrical needs. interior courtesy lamps, reading/ It can increase engine idle speed map lamps, visor vanity lamps or to generate more power, whenever...
Page 195: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player ....7-13 System Read the following pages to CD/DVD Player ....7-16 become familiar with the audio MP3 (Radio with CD and system's features.
Page 196: Infotainment System
Infotainment System For more information, see Defensive Operation Driving on page 9 2. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 19 for more information.
Page 197 Infotainment System If the vehicle has a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, it has a CD, DVD, and USB radio. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7 38 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate.
Page 198 Infotainment System Playing the Radio Auto Text (Satellite Radio Service, (Information): Press to switch CD, MP3, and WMA features): If the display between the radio (Power/Volume): Press to turn additional information is available station frequency and the time. the system on and off. Turn to for the current song being played, When the ignition is in the OFF increase or decrease the volume.
Page 199 Infotainment System Speed Compensated Volume Each higher setting allows To quickly adjust bass, midrange, (SCV): The Speed Compensated for more radio volume or treble to the middle position, Volume (SCV) feature automatically compensation at faster press the softkey under the BASS, adjusts the radio volume to vehicle speeds.
Page 200 Infotainment System Adjusting the Speakers To quickly adjust all speaker and If the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) is tone controls to the middle position, turned on, the radio disables FADE (Balance/Fade) and mutes the rear speakers. press for more than two seconds BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): until a beep sounds.
Page 201: Radio
Infotainment System Radio Finding a Station Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite BAND: Press to switch between AM-FM Radio AM, FM, or XM. The selection Drivers are encouraged to set up displays. their radio station favorites while Radio Data System (RDS) the vehicle is in P (Park).
Page 202: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System The balance/fade and tone settings To setup the number of favorites Satellite Radio that were previously adjusted, are pages: Satellite Radio Service stored with the favorite stations. 1. Press MENU to display the radio XM is a satellite radio service To store a station as a favorite: setup menu.
Page 203 Infotainment System Finding a Station Finding a Category (CAT) 4. Press either of the two buttons below the desired category tab Station BAND: Press to switch between to immediately tune to the first AM, FM, or XM. The selection CAT (Category): The CAT button is XM station associated with that displays.
Page 204 7-10 Infotainment System Undesired XM categories can be Categories cannot be removed or The balance/fade and tone settings removed through the setup menu. added while the vehicle is moving that were previously adjusted, are To remove an undesired category, faster than 8 km/h (5 mph). stored with the favorite stations.
Page 205 Infotainment System 7-11 To setup the number of favorites Radio Messages Channel Unauth : This channel is pages: blocked or cannot be received with XL (Explicit Language your XM Subscription package. 1. Press MENU to display the radio Channels): These channels, setup menu.
Page 206: Radio Reception
7-12 Infotainment System No Subscription Please Renew: Unknown: If this message is XM subscription needs to be received when tuned to channel 0, FM signals only reach about 16 to reactivated. Contact XM at there could be a receiver fault. 65 km (10 to 40 miles).
Page 207: Multi-Band Antenna
Infotainment System 7-13 Satellite Radio Service Multi-Band Antenna Audio Players XM Satellite Radio Service gives The multi-band antenna is located CD Player digital radio reception from on the roof of the vehicle. This type coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous of antenna is used with the AM/FM Playing a CD United States, and in Canada.
Page 208 7-14 Infotainment System RDM (Random): CD tracks can be Care of CDs SEEK : Press to go to the listened to in random, rather than start of the current track, if more If playing a CD-R, the sound quality sequential order with the random than ten seconds on the CD have can be reduced due to CD-R or setting.
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-15 Care of the CD Player Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R or Player Error: There are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems. CD-RW Disc Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. It is very hot.
Page 210: Cd/Dvd Player
7-16 Infotainment System CD/DVD Player When a CD is inserted, the text (Tune): Turn to select tracks on label DVD or CD symbol displays the CD that is currently playing. Playing a CD (In Either the on the left side of the radio display. SEEK : Press to go to the...
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-17 If an auxiliary input device is not RDM (Random): CD tracks can be Care of CDs and DVDs connected, and a disc is in both listened to in random, rather than If playing a CD-R, the sound quality the DVD slot and the CD slot the sequential order with the random can be reduced due to CD-R or...
Page 212 7-18 Infotainment System If the surface of a CD is soiled, take If a label is added to a Radios with CD and DVD a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a CD, or more than one CD is Audio Output clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral inserted into the slot at a time, Only one audio source can be heard...
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-19 The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, If a playback device is plugged into Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R or or upside down. the radio s front auxiliary input jack CD-RW Disc or the rear auxiliary jack, the front The air is very humid.
Page 214 7-20 Infotainment System Using the DVD Player Playing a DVD REV (Fast Reverse): Press to quickly reverse the DVD at (Tune): Turn to change tracks on The DVD player can be controlled five times the normal speed. a CD or DVD, to manually tune a by the buttons on the remote The radio displays the elapsed radio station, or to change clock...
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-21 (Eject): Press to eject a DVD. (Play/Pause): Press either (Stop): Press to stop playing, If the DVD is ejected, but not the play or pause icon displayed on rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. removed, the player automatically the radio system, to toggle between (Enter): Press to select the pulls it back in after 15 seconds.
Page 216 7-22 Infotainment System DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons Inserting a Disc (Play/Pause): Press either the play or pause icon displayed on Once a DVD-A is inserted, the radio To play a disc, gently insert the the radio system, to toggle between display menu shows several icons.
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-23 Stopping and Resuming Playback The DVD should resume play from DVD Error Messages where it last stopped if the disc To stop playing a DVD without Player Error: This message has not been ejected and the stop turning off the system, do one displays when there are disc button has not been pressed twice...
Page 218: Mp3 (Radio With Cd And Radio With Cd/Usb)
7-24 Infotainment System MP3 (Radio with CD and Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode USB Supported File and Folder Discs Structure Radio with CD/USB) The radio can play discs that The radio supports: Format contain both uncompressed CD Up to 700 folders. audio and MP3/WMA files.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-25 If a disc contains both Tracks are played in the following File System and Naming uncompressed CD audio order: The song name that displays is the and MP3/WMA files, a folder Play begins from the first track song name that is contained in the under the root directory called ID3 tag.
Page 220 7-26 Infotainment System Playing a CD-R or CD-RW MP3 When the scan is finished, the disc (Previous Folder): Press begins playing files in order by the softkey below to go to the (Tune): Turn to select MP3/WMA artist. The current artist playing is files.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-27 The album name displays on the connector and connect the other Using the Radio to Control a second line between the arrows end to the USB port located in the USB Storage Device or iPod and songs from the current album center console.
Page 222 7-28 Infotainment System FWD (Fast Forward): Press (Pause): Press the softkey 4. Turn to scroll through the files and hold to advance playback in the selected folder. below to pause the track. quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced The tab appears raised when pause 5.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-29 Repeat Functionality (Music Navigator): Press 4. Turn to scroll through the folders or files in the To use Repeat: the softkey below to view and selected menu. select a file on an iPod, using the Press the softkey below iPod's menu system.
Page 224: Mp3 (Radio With Cd/Dvd)
7-30 Infotainment System Shuffle Functionality MP3 (Radio with CD/DVD) The CD Player reads both uncompressed audio and MP3/ To use Shuffle: Format WMA files on a mixed mode disc. Uncompressed audio is played Press the softkey below The radio can play .mp3 or .wma before MP3/WMA files.
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-31 The CD Player supports: Root Directory function does not function on a disc that was recorded without Up to 512 files and folders. The root directory of the disc is folders or playlists. When displaying treated as a folder. If the root Up to 8 folders in depth.
Page 226 7-32 Infotainment System Tracks are played in the following File System and Naming Playing an MP3/WMA File order: From a Disc (In Either the DVD The song name that displays is the or CD Slot) Play begins from the first track in song name that is contained in the ID3 tag.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-33 displays to play songs in random alphabetical order. Continue REV (Reverse): Press and hold order. Press the same softkey again pressing either softkey below the to reverse playback quickly. Sound to turn off random play. arrow tab until the artist displays. is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays.
Page 228 7-34 Infotainment System Connecting a USB Storage automatically powers off and will SEEK: Press to go to the next ® not charge or draw power from the Device or iPod track. Press and hold or press vehicle's battery. multiple times to continue moving The USB Port can be used to forward through tracks.
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-35 Using Softkeys to Control a Back: Press the softkey below the 4. Turn to scroll through the files back tab to go back to the main USB Storage Device or iPod in the selected folder. display screen on an iPod, or the The five softkeys below the radio 5.
Page 230 7-36 Infotainment System To skip through large lists, the five (Music Navigator): Press (Repeat Track): Press the softkeys can be used to navigate in the softkey below to view and softkey below to repeat one the following order: select a file on an iPod, using the track.
Page 231: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-37 Auxiliary Devices To use an auxiliary input device, DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to select between DVD, CD, The vehicle may have a 3.5 mm the radio's front auxiliary input jack. or Auxiliary.
Page 232: Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment
7-38 Infotainment System If a disc is inserted into top DVD USB Supported Devices Rear Seat slot, the rear seat operator can turn USB Flash Drives Infotainment on the video screen and use the Portable USB Hard Drives remote control to only navigate the CD tracks through the remote Rear Seat Entertainment Fifth generation or later iPod...
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-39 In severe or extreme weather Headphones selections. These headphones are conditions the RSE system might used to listen to media such as or might not work until the CDs, DVDs, MP3/WMAs, DVD-As, temperature is within the operating radio, any auxiliary source range.
Page 234 7-40 Infotainment System Infrared transmitters are located Do not store the Battery Replacement at the rear of the RSE overhead headphones in heat or direct To change the batteries on the console. The headphones shut off sunlight. This could damage headphones: automatically to save the battery the headphones and repairs will...
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-41 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks The A/V jacks are color coded to How to Change the RSE Video match typical home entertainment Screen Settings system equipment. The yellow The screen display mode (normal, jack (A) is for the video input. full, and zoom), screen brightness, The white jack (B) is for the left and setup menu language can be...
Page 236 7-42 Infotainment System The RSE system always transmits Video Screen Avoid directly touching the audio signal to the wireless the video screen, as damage may The video screen is located in the headphones, if there is audio occur. See Cleaning the Video overhead console.
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-43 Direct sunlight or very bright light Remote Control Buttons (Display Menu): Press to adjust could affect the ability of the RSE the brightness, screen display mode (Power): Press to turn the transmitter to receive signals from (normal, full, or zoom), and display video screen on and off.
Page 238 7-44 Infotainment System (Previous Track/Chapter): (Fast Forward): Press to fast (Camera): Press to change Press to return to the start of the forward the DVD or CD. To stop fast camera angles on DVDs that have current track or chapter. Press this feature when a DVD is playing.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-45 Battery Replacement Tips and Troubleshooting Chart To change the remote control Problem Recommended Action batteries: There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to 1. Slide the rear cover back, on the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. remote control.
Page 240 7-46 Infotainment System DVD Display Error Messages Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) The DVD display error message Problem Recommended Action depends on which radio the vehicle The auxiliary source is running, but Check that the RSE video screen has. The video screen might display there is no picture or sound.
Page 241: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Infotainment System 7-47 DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Audio can be heard through wired headphones (not included) plugged System Video distortion can occur when into the jacks on the RSA. If the operating cellular phones, scanners, vehicle has this feature, audio can For vehicles with Rear Seat Audio CB radios, Global Position Systems also be heard on Channel 2 of the...
Page 242 7-48 Infotainment System When a DVD video menu is being (Seek): Press to go to the previous or to the next station and displayed, press to perform stay there. This function is inactive, a cursor up or down on the menu. with some radios, if the front seat Hold to perform a cursor left...
Page 243: Rear Audio Controller (Rac)
Infotainment System 7-49 When a disc is playing in the CD Phone (Next/Previous): Press the or DVD changer, press PROG to down or up arrows to go to the next select the next disc, if multiple discs or to the previous radio station Bluetooth are loaded.
Page 244 7-50 Infotainment System Voice Recognition Audio System Pairing The Bluetooth system uses voice When using the in vehicle Bluetooth A Bluetooth cell phone must be recognition to interpret voice system, sound comes through paired to the Bluetooth system and commands to dial phone numbers the vehicle's front audio system then connected to the vehicle before and name tags.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-51 If multiple paired cell phones 5. Locate the device named Your Listing All Paired and Connected are within range of the system, Vehicle in the list on the cell Phones the system connects to the first phone. Follow the instructions The system can list all cell phones available paired cell phone in the on the cell phone to enter the...
Page 246 7-52 Infotainment System Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-53 3. Say each digit, one at a time, Using the Delete All Name Tags Making a Call that you want to store. After Command Calls can be made using the each digit is entered, the system This command deletes all stored following commands.
Page 248 7-54 Infotainment System Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called Call Waiting will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Call waiting must be supported on speakers. phone number to be dialed by the cell phone and enabled by the entering the digits one at a time.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-55 Three Way Calling Muting a Call Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle: enabled by the wireless service...
Page 250 7-56 Infotainment System Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to Unless information is deleted out the voice recognition commands on of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, The Bluetooth system can send the cell phone.
Page 251: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-4 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only) .
Page 252 Climate Controls system turns off recirculation and (Off): Turn the fan control all the (Bi-Level): Air is divided runs the air conditioning unless the way counterclockwise to turn the between the instrument panel and outside temperature is less than front climate control system off. floor outlets.
Page 253 Climate Controls Using recirculation for long periods The recirculation mode cannot be (Air Conditioning): Press to of time could cause the air inside used with floor, defrost, or defogging turn the air conditioning system on of the vehicle to become too dry. modes.
Page 254: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls < Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with defogger on or off. The rear window this system. defogger stays on for about 10 minutes, before automatically turning off.
Page 255 Climate Controls Display Function Automatic Operation quickly cool the vehicle. The recirculation indicator Each time the temperature, mode, AUTO (Automatic): The system light will come on. or fan control buttons are pressed, automatically controls the inside the climate control display shows 2.
Page 256 Climate Controls Temperature Control PASS (Passenger): Press to set (Air Delivery Mode the passenger temperature to match Control): Press to change the The driver and passenger side the driver temperature setting. The direction of the airflow in the vehicle. temperature buttons are used PASS indicator will turn off.
Page 257 Climate Controls In this mode, outside air is Air Conditioning (Floor): Air is directed to the pulled inside the vehicle. floor outlets, with some of the air (Air Conditioning): Press to The air conditioning system directed to the windshield, side turn the air conditioning (A/C) on runs automatically in this setting, window, and second row floor...
Page 258 Climate Controls The air conditioning system The recirculation mode cannot be Rear Window Defogger removes moisture from the air, so used with floor, defog, or defrosting The rear window defogger uses a water might drip under the vehicle modes. If recirculation is selected in warming grid to remove fog from the while idling or after turning off the these modes, the indicator flashes...
Page 259 Climate Controls Sensors the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature. The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the temperature, fan speed, and the air delivery mode.
Page 260 8-10 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow Control Only) according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted. Fan Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 261 Climate Controls 8-11 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Mimic Mode: This mode matches the rear climate control to the front Seat Audio) climate control settings. It comes on when REAR is pressed. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls.
Page 262: Air Vents
8-12 Climate Controls Keep the path under all seats Air Vents (Air Delivery Mode Control): clear of objects to help circulate Press to manually change the the air inside the vehicle more Use the slider switch in the center direction of the airflow. Repeatedly effectively.
Page 263 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-21 Object Detection Systems Shifting Out of Park ..9-23 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-36 Operating Parking Over Things Rear Vision...
Page 264: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving Information Death and injury associated with WARNING (Continued) drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Defensive Driving Driver distraction can cause Alcohol affects four things that collisions resulting in injury or Defensive driving means always anyone needs to drive a vehicle: possible death.
Page 265: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Medical research shows that Braking And, of course, actual stopping alcohol in a person's system distances vary greatly with the See Brake System Warning Light can make crash injuries worse, surface of the road, whether it is on page 5 20.
Page 266: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while Steering Steering Tips the vehicle is being driven, brake It is important to take curves at a Power Steering normally but do not pump the reasonable speed. brakes. If the brakes are pumped, If power steering assist is lost Traction in a curve depends on the the pedal could get harder to push...
Page 267: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery There are times when steering The vehicle's right wheels can drop can be more effective than braking. off the edge of a road onto the For example, you come over a hill shoulder while driving.
Page 268: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Ease off the accelerator and then, Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when if there is nothing in the way, steer water, snow, ice, gravel, or other In a skid, a driver can lose control of so that the vehicle straddles the material is on the road.
Page 269: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Driving on Wet Roads Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (Continued) Besides slowing down, other wet Rain and wet roads can reduce weather driving tips include: vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates ability to stop and accelerate. Allow extra following distance.
Page 270: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING Always be alert and pay attention Driving on steep hills or through Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) to your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving or with the ignition off is If you become tired or sleepy, find on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 271: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Winter Driving The Antilock Brake System (ABS) swing wide or cut across the on page 9 29 improves vehicle center of the road. Drive at Driving on Snow or Ice stability during hard stops on speeds that let you stay in slippery roads, but apply the brakes...
Page 272 9-10 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
Page 273: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-11 To save fuel, run the engine for only If the Vehicle is Stuck WARNING short periods as needed to warm Slowly and cautiously spin the the vehicle and then shut the engine If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels to free the vehicle when off and close the window most of speed, they can explode, and...
Page 274: Vehicle Load Limits
9-12 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits WARNING it Out It is very important to know Do not load the vehicle Turn the steering wheel left and how much weight your vehicle right to clear the area around the any heavier than the can carry.
Page 275 Driving and Operating 9-13 Tire and Loading Information maximum vehicle capacity Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also never exceed XXX kg or shows the size of the XXX lbs on your vehicle's...
Page 276 9-14 Driving and Operating The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your and luggage load capacity. trailer will be transferred to For example, if the XXX your vehicle. Consult this amount equals 1400 lbs manual to determine how this and there will be five 150 lb...
Page 277 Driving and Operating 9-15 Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight...
Page 278 9-16 Driving and Operating Certification/Tire Label The Certification/Tire label also WARNING (Continued) tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, (GAWR). If you do, parts on called the Gross Axle Weight the vehicle can break, and Rating (GAWR). To find out the it can change the way the actual loads on your front and vehicle handles.
Page 279: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-17 Avoid making hard stops for Starting and WARNING the first 322 km (200 miles) Operating or so. During this time the Things you put inside your new brake linings are not vehicle can strike and injure yet broken in.
Page 280: Ignition Positions
9-18 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions and turn it only with your hand. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the key cannot be turned by This can be done while the hand, see your dealer. vehicle is moving. After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply the (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ brakes and steer the vehicle...
Page 281: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-19 ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This Retained Accessory Starting the Engine is the position in which you can Power (RAP) Move the shift lever to P (Park) or operate the electrical accessories N (Neutral). The engine will not start or items plugged into the accessory These vehicle accessories can be in any other position.
Page 282: Engine Heater
9-20 Driving and Operating starting the engine and protects 2. If the engine does not start after Notice: The engine is designed components. If the ignition key 5 10 seconds, especially in very to work with the electronics in is turned to the START position, cold weather (below 0°F or the vehicle.
Page 283: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-21 To Use the Engine Coolant Shifting Into Park WARNING (Continued) Heater WARNING 1. Turn off the engine. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly 2. Open the hood and unwrap It can be dangerous to get out of the electrical cord.
Page 284 9-22 Driving and Operating 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) Torque Lock WARNING (Continued) by holding in the button on the Torque lock is when the weight shift lever and pushing the shift of the vehicle puts too much vehicle with the engine running, lever all the way toward the front force on the parking pawl in the...
Page 285: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-23 Shifting Out of Park The shift lock release is always If you still are unable to shift out of functional except in the case of an P (Park): The vehicle is equipped with uncharged or low voltage (less than 1.
Page 286: Engine Exhaust
9-24 Driving and Operating 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. But if you ever have damage or after-market Engine exhaust contains Carbon to, here are some things to know.
Page 287: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-25 Automatic WARNING WARNING Transmission It can be dangerous to get out It is dangerous to get out of the The automatic transmission has a of the vehicle if the automatic vehicle if the shift lever is not fully shift lever located on the console transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake...
Page 288 9-26 Driving and Operating regular brake first and then press N (Neutral): In this position, the The repairs would not be covered the shift lever button before shifting engine does not connect with the by the vehicle warranty. Be sure from P (Park) when the ignition key wheels.
Page 289: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-27 If the vehicle is stopped on a hill, When using the ERS Mode a 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, with your foot off the brake pedal, number will display next to the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are the vehicle may roll.
Page 290: Tow/Haul Mode
9-28 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Automatic Engine Grade Drive Systems Braking (Tow/Haul): The vehicle may All-Wheel Drive Automatic Engine Grade Braking have a Tow/Haul mode. assists when driving on a downhill The button is located on the Vehicles with this feature always grade.
Page 291: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-29 Brakes As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls Antilock Brake braking pressure accordingly. System (ABS) Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to This vehicle has the Antilock If there is a problem with ABS, this Brake System (ABS), an advanced...
Page 292: Parking Brake
9-30 Driving and Operating Braking in Emergencies If the ignition is on, the brake To release the parking brake, hold system warning light will come on. the regular brake pedal down, then ABS allows the driver to steer and See Brake System Warning Light push down momentarily on the brake at the same time.
Page 293: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-31 Brake Assist Ride Control Systems If the system fails to turn on or activate, one of the following This vehicle has a brake assist messages will be displayed on ® StabiliTrak System feature designed to assist the the Driver Information Center driver in stopping or decreasing (DIC): SERVICE TRACTION...
Page 294 9-32 Driving and Operating The traction control part of system. See Traction Control StabiliTrak can be turned off by Operation following for more pressing and releasing the traction information. control button. When the traction control system Traction control can be turned has been turned off, system noises on by pressing and releasing the may be heard and felt as a result of...
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-33 Traction Control Operation Notice: If the wheel(s) of one axle If cruise control is being used when is allowed to spin excessively the system activates, the StabiliTrak The traction control system is part ® while the StabiliTrak , ABS, brake light will flash and cruise control will of the StabiliTrak system.
Page 296: Cruise Control
9-34 Driving and Operating Cruise Control (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the With cruise control, a speed of set speed from memory. about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more Setting Cruise Control can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-35 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using the hills. When going up steep hills, Cruise Control you might have to step on the If the cruise control is set at a accelerator pedal to maintain desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is the vehicle speed.
Page 298: Object Detection Systems
9-36 Driving and Operating Object Detection How the System Works WARNING URPA comes on automatically Systems when the shift lever is moved into The Ultrasonic Rear Parking R (Reverse). A single tone sounds Assist (URPA) system does not Ultrasonic Parking Assist to indicate the system is working.
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-37 A trailer was attached to the The system can be disabled through PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE vehicle, or a bicycle or an object the Driver Information Center (DIC). OWNERS MANUAL: This was hanging out of the liftgate See Park Assist under Vehicle message can occur under the during the last drive cycle.
Page 300: Rear Vision
9-38 Driving and Operating Rear Vision When the key is in the ON/RUN WARNING (Continued) position and the driver shifts the Camera (RVC) vehicle into R (Reverse), the video Your judged distances using the image automatically appears on the The vehicle may have a Rear Vision screen will differ from actual inside rear view mirror.
Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-39 Vehicles With Navigation 3. Select the Rear Camera Options The delay that is received after screen button. The Rear Camera shifting out of R (Reverse) System Options screen displays. is approximately 10 seconds. The rear vision camera system The delay can be cancelled by is designed to help the driver performing one of the following:...
Page 302 9-40 Driving and Operating Adjusting the Brightness and Rear Parking Assist Symbols Rear Vision Camera Error Contrast of the Screen Unavailable error message may Messages display. See Ultrasonic Parking To adjust the brightness and Service Rear Vision Camera Assist on page 9 36. contrast of the screen, press the System: This message can display MENU button while the rear vision...
Page 303 Driving and Operating 9-41 The area displayed by the camera is When the System Does Not limited and does not display objects Seem To Work Properly that are close to either corner The rear vision camera system or under the bumper. The area might not work properly or display displayed can vary depending a clear image if:...
Page 304: Fuel
9-42 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in A fast flash may indicate that Fuel an accident, the position and the display has been on for mounting angle of the camera the maximum allowable time Use of the recommended fuel can change or the camera can during a reverse cycle, or the is an important part of the proper...
Page 305: Recommended Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-43 Recommended Fuel California Fuel Requirements Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 If the vehicle is certified to meet or higher. If the octane rating is California Emissions Standards, less than 87, an audible knocking it is designed to operate on fuels noise, commonly referred to as that meet California specifications.
Page 306: Fuels In Foreign Countries
9-44 Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Countries To provide cleaner air, all regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel gasolines in the United States are System Treatment PLUS, added If you plan on driving in another now required to contain additives to the fuel tank at every engine oil...
Page 307: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-45 Notice: This vehicle was not Filling the Tank To open the fuel door, push the designed for fuel that contains rearward center edge in and release methanol. Do not use fuel and it will open. WARNING containing methanol.
Page 308: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-46 Driving and Operating While refueling, hang the tethered The diagnostic system can Filling a Portable Fuel fuel cap from the hook on the determine if the fuel cap has Container fuel door. been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to WARNING evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 309: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-47 For maximum vehicle and trailer Towing WARNING (Continued) weights, see Trailer Towing. For information on equipment General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact to tow a trailer, see Towing Information with the inside of the fill Equipment.
Page 310 9-48 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer at all during Driving Characteristics page 9 52. Trailering changes the first 800 km (500 miles) handling, acceleration, braking, and Towing Tips the new vehicle is driven. durability and fuel economy. The engine, axle or other parts With the added weight, the engine, could be damaged.
Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-49 Driving with a Trailer Towing with a Stability Control System Towing a trailer requires experience. Get familiar with handling and When towing, the sound of the braking with the added trailer stability control system might be weight.
Page 312 9-50 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul is designed to be most Following Distance Making Turns effective when the vehicle and Stay at least twice as far behind the Notice: Making very sharp turns trailer combined weight is at least vehicle ahead as you would when while trailering could cause the 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross driving the vehicle without a trailer.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-51 Turn Signals When Towing a The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Parking on Hills Use a lower gear if the transmission Trailer shifts too often. WARNING The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on instrument panel flash whenever Parking the vehicle on a hill steep uphill grades, engine coolant...
Page 314: Trailer Towing
9-52 Driving and Operating 3. When the wheel chocks are in Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing place, release the brake pedal Towing Three important considerations until the chocks absorb the load. The vehicle needs service more have to do with weight: 4.
Page 315 Driving and Operating 9-53 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front Wheel Drive 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 7,500 lbs (3 402 kg) Front Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 5,200 lbs (2 359 kg) 10,250 lbs (4 649 kg)
Page 316: Towing Equipment
9-54 Driving and Operating (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or Towing Equipment the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Hitches Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce the It is important to have the correct trailering capacity more than the hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large total of the additional weight.
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-55 Weight-Distributing Hitches and Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the Basic Trailer Wiring vehicle and the trailer. Cross the The trailer wiring harness, with a safety chains under the tongue seven-pin connector, is located at of the trailer to help prevent the the rear of the vehicle and is tied to...
Page 318: Conversions And Add-Ons Add-On Electrical
9-56 Driving and Operating *The fuse for this circuit is installed Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and in the underhood electrical center, Wiring Provisions Add-Ons but the wires are not connected. These wiring provisions for an They should be connected by your electric trailer brake controller dealer or a qualified service center.
Page 319 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..10-13 Headlamp Aiming Cooling System ... . 10-14 Headlamp Aiming ..10-30 Engine Coolant .
Page 320 10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Wheel Replacement ..10-60 General Information Tire Chains ....10-61 Tires ......10-39 For service and parts needs, If a Tire Goes Flat .
Page 321: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition California Perchlorate Accessories and 65 Warning Materials Requirements Modifications Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag to the vehicle can affect vehicle known to the State of California to initiators, seat belt pretensioners, performance and safety, including...
Page 322: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks WARNING (Continued) resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts, including Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper control module modifications, is not Service Work covered under the terms of the nuts, bolts, and other vehicle warranty and may affect fasteners.
Page 323: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 3. After you have partially Before attempting to do your own lifted the hood, gas struts will To open the hood, do the following: service work, see Servicing the automatically take over to lift Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on and hold the hood in the fully page 3 45.
Page 324 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 325: Engine Cover
Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Radiator Pressure Cap. H. Engine Cover on page 10 7. Engine Cover See Cooling System on Engine Oil Dipstick. See page 10 14. Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap.
Page 326: Engine Oil
10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the To ensure proper engine engine oil level at each fuel fill. performance and long life, In order to get an accurate reading, careful attention must be paid the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 327 Vehicle Care 10-9 Notice: Do not add too much oil. Selecting the Right Engine Oil Notice: Use only engine oil Oil levels above or below the that is approved to the dexos Selecting the right engine oil acceptable operating range specification or an equivalent depends on both the proper oil shown on the dipstick are harmful...
Page 328 10-10 Vehicle Care Use of Substitute Engine Oils if Cold Temperature Operation: In dexos is unavailable: In the an area of extreme cold, where event that dexos approved engine the temperature falls below oil is not available at an oil change 29°C ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 or for maintaining proper oil level, oil should be used.
Page 329: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-11 What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil system might indicate that an oil elements that can be unhealthy for change is not necessary for up to a This vehicle has a computer system...
Page 330: Automatic Transmission
10-12 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil engine oil life system has Automatic Transmission not been reset. Repeat the Life System Fluid procedure. Reset the system whenever the It is not necessary to check If the vehicle has Driver Information engine oil is changed so that the the transmission fluid level.
Page 331: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-13 The transmission fluid will not How to Inspect the Engine Air 2. Disconnect the cover fitting from reach the end of the dipstick unless the ventilation tube (A). Cleaner/Filter the transmission is at operating 3. Disconnect the wiring harness To inspect the air cleaner/filter, temperature.
Page 332: Cooling System
10-14 Vehicle Care 6. Remove the housing cover (C) Cooling System WARNING with outlet duct. The cooling system allows the 7. Remove the filter (D) and any Operating the engine with the air engine to maintain the correct loose debris that may be found cleaner/filter off can cause you working temperature.
Page 333: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-15 Engine Coolant WARNING WARNING (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle ® An electric engine cooling fan is filled with DEX-COOL engine Do not run the engine if there under the hood can start up even coolant. The coolant is designed to is a leak.
Page 334 10-16 Vehicle Care What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If an improper coolant drinkable water and DEX-COOL mixture is used, the engine could coolant. If using this mixture, overheat and be badly damaged. WARNING nothing else needs to be added. The repair cost would not be This mixture: covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 335 Vehicle Care 10-17 Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant WARNING level. Check to see if coolant is visible You can be burned if you spill in the coolant recovery tank.
Page 336 10-18 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the 2. Remove the radiator pressure WARNING (Continued) cap when the cooling system, Radiator including the upper radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the hose, is no longer hot. WARNING cooling system and surge tank Turn the pressure cap slowly pressure cap to cool if you ever An electric engine cooling fan...
Page 337 Vehicle Care 10-19 9. If the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck is low, add more of the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level is back up to the base of the filler neck. Replace the pressure cap.
Page 338: Engine Overheating
10-20 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating If you do decide to lift the hood, If Steam Is Coming from the make sure the vehicle is parked Engine Compartment The vehicle has several indicators on a level surface. to warn of engine overheating. WARNING Then check to see if the engine There is an engine coolant...
Page 339: No Steam Is Coming From Engine
Vehicle Care 10-21 If the overheat warning is displayed If the warning continues, pull over, WARNING (Continued) with no sign of steam: stop, and park the vehicle right away. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. See Overheated Engine If there is no sign of steam, idle Protection Operating Mode on 2.
Page 340: Overheated Engine Protection
10-22 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine coolant loss, change the oil How to Check Power Steering and reset the oil life system. Fluid Protection See Engine Oil on page 10 8. To check the power steering fluid: Operating Mode Power Steering Fluid 1.
Page 341: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-23 What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice: When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to When the windshield washer fluid washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and reservoir is low, a WASHER FLUID manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 11 6.
Page 342: Brakes
10-24 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 343: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-25 Brake Fluid There are only two reasons why the installed. Add or remove brake fluid, brake fluid level in the reservoir as necessary, only when work is might go down: done on the brake hydraulic system. The brake fluid level goes down WARNING because of normal brake lining wear.
Page 344: Battery
10-26 Vehicle Care What to Add Notice: Battery Use only new DOT 3 brake Using the wrong fluid Refer to the replacement number on fluid from a sealed container. can badly damage brake the original battery label when a See Recommended Fluids and hydraulic system parts.
Page 345: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-27 Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. It is not necessary to check the See Parking Brake on WARNING all wheel drive lubricant levels. page 9 30. A fluid leak is the only reason for Batteries have acid that can burn Do not use the accelerator fluid loss.
Page 346: Function Check
10-28 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) ignition to ON/RUN, but do Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check not start the engine. Without Function Check applying the regular brake, try WARNING to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort.
Page 347: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-29 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Windshield wiper blades should your foot on the regular brake, set be inspected for wear or cracking. the parking brake. See Scheduled Maintenance on To check the parking brake's page 11 2 for more information.
Page 348: Windshield Replacement
10-30 Vehicle Care Backglass Wiper Blade Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement To replace the backglass wiper Headlamp aim has been preset at For the proper type of replacement blade: the factory and should need no bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on 1. Pull the wiper blade assembly further adjustment.
Page 349: High Intensity Discharge
Vehicle Care 10-31 High Intensity Discharge License Plate Lamp 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the (HID) Lighting To replace one of these bulbs: bulb straight out of the socket. 1. Remove the two screws holding 4. Install the new bulb. WARNING each of the license plate lamps 5.
Page 350: Electrical System
10-32 Vehicle Care Electrical System Electrical System borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use Overload and replace it as soon as possible. High Voltage Devices and The vehicle has fuses and circuit Headlamp Wiring Wiring breakers to protect against an electrical system overload.
Page 351: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the Breakers Fuse Block vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical The wiring circuits in your vehicle The underhood fuse block is located component.
Page 352 10-34 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power Auxiliary VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump All-Wheel-Drive System BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 CIGAR Cigar Lighter The vehicle may not be equipped LIGHTER Fuses Usage...
Page 353 Vehicle Care 10-35 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage EMISSION 1 Emission 1 LT PRK Left Parking Lamp Right Low Beam RT LO BEAM Headlamp EMISSION 2 Emission 2 Trailer Left LT TRLR Stoplamp and Right EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils STOP/TRN RT PRK Turn Signal...
Page 354 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Trailer Right TRLR Trailer Back up FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 RT TRLR BCK/UP Lamps Stoplamp and Turn FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 STOP/TRN Signal Lamp TRLR BRK Trailer Brake FOG LAMP Fog Lamps Stop Lamps Stop Lamps...
Page 355 Memory Seat CTSY Courtesy Module DR/LCK Door Locks Power Mirrors, Daytime Running Liftgate Release Lamps PWR MODE Power Mode GMC HID Only PWR/MIR Power Mirrors (if equipped)/ DRL 2 Rear Fog Radio Lamps-China Only REAR WPR Rear Wiper DSPLY Display...
Page 356 10-38 Vehicle Care Relays Usage Relays Usage Driver Side Power Power Unlock UNLCK PWR/SEAT Seat Relay Relay Passenger Side Daytime Running DRL2 PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay Lamps 2 Relay Power Windows Driver Side Unlock PWR/WNDW LT/UNLCK Relay Relay PWR/ Power Steering Daytime Running COLUMN Column Relay...
Page 357: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-39 Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires and a serious accident. Replace any tires that have See Vehicle Load Limits on been damaged by impacts Your new vehicle comes with page 9 12. with potholes, curbs, etc. high-quality tires made by Under inflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can...
Page 358: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-40 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling particular tire's width, height, (D) Tire Identification aspect ratio, construction type, Number (TIN) The letters Useful information about a and service description. See the and numbers following the DOT tire is molded into its sidewall. Tire Size illustration later in this (Department of Transportation) The examples below show a...
Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-41 (G) Maximum Cold Inflation (B) Temporary Use Only The TIN shows the Load Limit Maximum load The compact spare tire or manufacturer and plant code, that can be carried and the temporary use tire has a tread tire size, and date the tire was maximum pressure needed life of approximately 5 000 km...
Page 360: Tire Designations
10-42 Vehicle Care (F) Tire Size A combination Tire Designations (B) Tire Width The three digit of letters and numbers define a number indicates the tire section Tire Size tire's width, height, aspect ratio, width in millimeters from construction type, and service sidewall to sidewall.
Page 361: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-43 (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of Accessory Weight This Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire the wheel in inches. means the combined weight in which the plies are laid at of optional accessories. alternate angles less than (F) Service Description These Some examples of optional 90 degrees to the centerline...
Page 362 10-44 Vehicle Care DOT Markings A code Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle molded into the sidewall of The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb a tire signifying that the tire that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-45 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Sidewall The portion of a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire A tire used on passenger cars between the tread and the bead. Quality Grading Standards) and some light duty trucks and A tire information system Speed Rating multipurpose vehicles.
Page 364: Tire Pressure
10-46 Vehicle Care Premature or Vehicle Placard A label air pressure needed to support irregular wear. permanently attached to your vehicle's maximum load a vehicle showing the vehicle's carrying capacity. Poor handling. capacity weight and the For additional information Reduced fuel economy. original equipment tire size regarding how much weight If your tires have too much air...
Page 365: System
Vehicle Care 10-47 How to Check If the cold tire inflation pressure Tire Pressure Monitor matches the recommended System Use a good quality pocket-type pressure on the Tire and gauge to check tire pressure. The Tire Pressure Monitor System Loading Information label, no You cannot tell if your tires (TPMS) uses radio and sensor further adjustment is necessary.
Page 366 10-48 Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your has not reached the level to trigger the TPMS from functioning properly. vehicle has been equipped with a illumination of the TPMS low tire Always check the TPMS malfunction tire pressure monitoring system pressure telltale.
Page 367: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-49 Tire Pressure Monitor and displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) on Operation page 5 25 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons) This vehicle may have a Tire on page 5 29 and Tire Messages on Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 368 10-50 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Your vehicle's TPMS can warn TPMS Malfunction Light and process was started but not you about a low tire pressure Message completed or not completed condition but it does not replace The TPMS will not function properly successfully after rotating the normal tire maintenance.
Page 369 Vehicle Care 10-51 Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS Sensor Matching You have two minutes to match not match your vehicle's original the first tire/wheel position, and Process equipment tires or wheels. Tires five minutes overall to match all Each TPMS sensor has a unique and wheels other than those four tire/wheel positions.
Page 370: Tire Inspection
10-52 Vehicle Care 5. Remove the valve cap from 8. Proceed to the driver side rear Tire Inspection the valve cap stem. Activate tire, and repeat the procedure We recommend that you the TPMS sensor by increasing in Step 5. The horn sounds two regularly inspect your vehicle's or decreasing the tire's air times to indicate the sensor...
Page 371: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-53 The tread or sidewall is The purpose of a regular tire cracked, cut, or snagged rotation is to achieve a uniform deep enough to show cord wear for all tires on the vehicle. or fabric. This will ensure that the vehicle continues to perform most like it The tire has a bump, bulge, did when the tires were new.
Page 372 10-54 Vehicle Care After the tires have been Lightly coat the center of the WARNING rotated, adjust the front and wheel hub with wheel bearing rear inflation pressures as grease after a wheel change or Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the shown on the Tire and Loading tire rotation to prevent corrosion parts to which it is fastened, can...
Page 373: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-55 When It Is Time for New tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or Vehicle Storage less of tread remaining. See Tire Tires Tires age when stored normally Inspection on page 10 52 and mounted on a parked vehicle. Tire Rotation on page 10 53 for Various factors, such as Park a vehicle that will be stored...
Page 374: Buying New Tires
10-56 Vehicle Care Buying New Tires GM's exclusive TPC Spec will help keep your vehicle system considers over a performing most like it did GM has developed and dozen critical specifications that when the tires were new. matched specific tires for impact the overall performance Replacing less than a full set your vehicle.
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-57 Vehicles that have a tire WARNING WARNING pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate Mixing tires could cause you If you use bias-ply tires on low pressure warning if to lose control while driving. the vehicle, the wheel rim non TPC Spec rated tires If you mix tires of different flanges could develop cracks...
Page 376: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-58 Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Wheels Grading If you add different sized If you add wheels or tires that are Quality grades can be found wheels, your vehicle may not a different size than your original where applicable on the tire provide an acceptable level of equipment wheels and tires, this...
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-59 The grades are molded on the Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C sidewalls of most passenger The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from car tires. The Uniform Tire comparative rating based highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, Quality Grading (UTQG) on the wear rate of the tire and C.
Page 378: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-60 Vehicle Care Temperature A, B, C temperature grade for this tire Wheel Replacement is established for a tire that is The temperature grades Replace any wheel that is bent, properly inflated and not are A (the highest), B, and C, cracked, or badly rusted or overloaded.
Page 379: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-61 Used Replacement Wheels WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING Using the wrong replacement The area damaged by the tire wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel chains could cause you to lose Putting a used wheel on the nuts on your vehicle can be control of the vehicle and you or vehicle is dangerous.
Page 380: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-62 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle WARNING under control by steering the way It is unusual for a tire to blowout you want the vehicle to go. It may Lifting a vehicle and getting while you are driving, especially if be very bumpy and noisy, but you under it to do maintenance or...
Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-63 When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), WARNING WARNING (Continued) use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement Changing a tire can be To be certain the vehicle will of wheel blocks (A). dangerous.
Page 382: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-64 Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire, tire changing equipment, Over-inflating a tire could and on some vehicles there may not cause the tire to rupture and WARNING be a place to store a tire.
Page 383 Vehicle Care 10-65 The kit includes: A. Selector Switch replaced before its expiration date. (Sealant/Air or Air Only) Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See B. On/Off Button Removal and Installation of the C. Pressure Gauge Sealant Canister following. D.
Page 384 10-66 Vehicle Care When using the tire sealant 3. Place the kit on the ground. and compressor kit during cold Make sure the tire valve stem is temperatures, warm the kit in a positioned close to the ground heated environment for five minutes. so the hose will reach it.
Page 385 Vehicle Care 10-67 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle 10. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from must be running while using the recommended inflation the tire valve. See Roadside air compressor. pressure using the pressure Assistance Program (United gauge (C).
Page 386 10-68 Vehicle Care 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (F) 17. Return the equipment to its See Roadside Assistance counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the Program (United States and from the tire valve stem. vehicle. Canada) on page 13 8 or Roadside Assistance Program 14.
Page 387 Vehicle Care 10-69 22. Replace it with a new canister If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire available from your dealer. and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard 23. After temporarily sealing a warning flashers.
Page 388 10-70 Vehicle Care 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap 8. Turn the selector switch (A) If you inflate the tire higher from the flat tire by turning it clockwise to the Air Only than the recommended counterclockwise. position. pressure you can adjust the excess pressure by 9.
Page 389: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-71 14. Replace the air only hose (G) Removal and Installation of the Storing the Tire Sealant and the power plug (H) and Sealant Canister and Compressor Kit cord back in its original To remove the sealant canister: location.
Page 390: Tire Changing
10-72 Vehicle Care 2. Press the two tabs on the quick 4. Turn the jack on its side, with the release buckle to release the bottom facing toward you. tire sealant and compressor kit 5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom strap.
Page 391 Vehicle Care 10-73 Removing the Spare Tire 1. Open the storage compartment door of the convenience The compact spare tire is located center (A) that is nearest the under the vehicle, in front of the rear liftgate and remove the cap (C) bumper.
Page 392 10-74 Vehicle Care 6. Turn the wrench (B) clockwise Do the following to check the cable: 4. If the spare tire has not lowered, to raise the cable back up after tighten the cable all the way and 1. Check under the vehicle to see if removing the spare tire.
Page 393: Removing Flat Tire/Installing Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-75 Removing the Flat Tire and Notice: If this vehicle has wheel locks and an impact wrench is Installing the Spare Tire used to remove the wheel nuts, 1. Do a safety check before the lock nut or wheel lock key proceeding.
Page 394 10-76 Vehicle Care 5. Attach the lug wrench to the WARNING jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack Raising your vehicle with the head 3 inches (7.6 cm). jack improperly positioned can 6. Do not raise the vehicle yet. damage the vehicle and even Put the compact spare tire make the vehicle fall.
Page 395 Vehicle Care 10-77 WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Never use oil or grease on bolts parts to which it is fastened, can or nuts because the nuts might make wheel nuts become loose come loose. The vehicle's wheel after time.
Page 396 10-78 Vehicle Care 13. Lower the vehicle by evenly tighten the wheel nuts Storing the Spare Tire attaching the lug wrench in the proper sequence and to to the jack and turning the the proper torque specification. WARNING wrench counterclockwise. See Capacities and Specifications Lower the jack completely.
Page 397 Vehicle Care 10-79 3. Slide the cable retainer through WARNING the center of the wheel and start to raise the compact spare tire. Storing a jack, a tire, or other Make sure the retainer is fully equipment in the passenger seated across the underside of compartment of the vehicle could the wheel.
Page 398 10-80 Vehicle Care Storing the Flat Tire 1. Remove the cable package from the jack storage area. 2. Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft, if the vehicle has aluminum wheels. 3.
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-81 Storing the Tools Put back all tools as they were stored in the jack storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. 1. Ensure that the bottom of the jack is facing toward you. 2. Turn the jack (C) on its side and place down on the holding bracket.
Page 400: Secondary Latch System
10-82 Vehicle Care Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: This vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly that WARNING has a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the compact Someone standing too close spare tire from suddenly falling off during the procedure could be the vehicle if the cable holding the...
Page 401: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-83 5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise Have the hoist shaft assembly to raise the jack until it lifts the inspected as soon as you can. secondary latch spring. You will not be able to store a spare tire using the hoist assembly until it 6.
Page 402: Jump Starting
10-84 Vehicle Care After installing the compact Do not use the compact spare on Jump Starting spare on the vehicle, stop as other vehicles. For more information about the soon as possible and make sure And do not mix the compact spare vehicle battery, see Battery on the spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 403 Vehicle Care 10-85 Notice: Ignoring these steps You would not be able to start 3. Turn off the ignition on both could result in costly damage to your vehicle, and the bad vehicles. Unplug unnecessary the vehicle that would not be grounding could damage the accessories plugged into the covered by the warranty.
Page 404 10-86 Vehicle Care 5. Check that the jumper cables WARNING WARNING (Continued) do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could Using a match near a battery can Battery fluid contains acid that get a shock. The vehicles could cause battery gas to explode.
Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-87 8. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. 9. Connect the other end of the Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) cable at least anything until the next step.
Page 406 10-88 Vehicle Care 10. Now start the vehicle with To disconnect the jumper cables the good battery and run the from both vehicles, do the following: engine for a while. 1. Disconnect the black 11. Try to start the vehicle that negative ( ) cable from the had the dead battery.
Page 407: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-89 What is the distance that will be Towing Recreational Vehicle travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind Notice: To avoid damage, Is the proper towing equipment another vehicle such as behind...
Page 408 10-90 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing For vehicles being dinghy towed, 6. To prevent the battery from the vehicle should be run at the draining while the vehicle is beginning of each day and at each being towed, remove the 50 amp RV fuel stop for about five minutes.
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-91 Once the destination is reached: Dolly Towing Dolly Towing (All-Wheel Drive Vehicles) (Front-Wheel Drive 1. Set the parking brake. Vehicles Only) 2. Reinstall the 50 amp BATT1 fuse to the underhood fuse block. 3. Shift the transmission to P (Park), turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF and remove the key from the ignition.
Page 410: Appearance Care
10-92 Vehicle Care 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a Appearance Care straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for Exterior Care towing. Cleaning Exterior 5. Remove the key from the ignition. Lamps/Lenses 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap 7.
Page 411 Vehicle Care 10-93 If the vehicle has a basecoat/ Exterior painted surfaces are Washing the Vehicle clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoat subject to aging, weather, and To preserve the vehicle's finish, gives more depth and gloss to the chemical fallout that can take their keep it clean by washing it often.
Page 412 10-94 Vehicle Care safety precautions, and appropriate Notice: Conveyor systems on Wheels and Trim Aluminum disposal of any vehicle care some automatic car washes could or Chrome product. damage the vehicle. There may The vehicle may have either not be enough clearance for the Rinse the vehicle well, before aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-95 Notice: Using strong soaps, Notice: Using chrome polish on Windshield and Wiper Blades chemicals, abrasive polishes, aluminum wheels could damage Clean the outside of the windshield cleaners, brushes, or cleaners the wheels. The repairs would with glass cleaner. that contain acid on aluminum not be covered by the vehicle Clean the rubber blades using a...
Page 414 10-96 Vehicle Care Tires Finish Damage At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Any stone chips, fractures, or deep with plain water. Clean any areas clean the tires. scratches in the finish should be where mud and debris can collect.
Page 415: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-97 Never use a stiff brush. It can Interior Care to the cleaning cloth to prevent cause damage to the vehicle's over-spray. Remove any accidental The vehicle's interior will continue interior surfaces. over-spray from other surfaces to look its best if it is cleaned often. immediately.
Page 416 10-98 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the Leather soil and gently rub toward the Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft Leather, and lighter colored leather center. Continue cleaning, using brush attachment to remove dust in particular, will need more frequent a clean area of the cloth each and loose dirt.
Page 417 Vehicle Care 10-99 Do not use heat, steam, spot lifters Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Some commercial products may or spot removers, or shoe polish on increase gloss on the instrument Other Plastic Surfaces leather. Many commercial leather panel. The increase in gloss may To remove dust, a soft cloth cleaners and coatings that are cause annoying reflections in the...
Page 418: Floor Mats
10-100 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Button Retainer proper floor mat usage. Floor mats with a button-type The original equipment floor WARNING retainer. mats were designed for your If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-101 3. Make sure the floor mat is 3. Center the slot in the floor mat properly secured and verify that grommet with the knob on the it does not interfere with the floor and set into position. accelerator or brake pedals.
Page 420 10-102 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 421: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance Maintenance Maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need intervals, checks, inspections, more frequent checks and services. recommended fluids, and Please read the information under lubricants are necessary to Scheduled Maintenance.
Page 422: Scheduled Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance replacement parts, as well as, Scheduled WARNING up to date tools and equipment Maintenance to ensure fast and accurate Performing maintenance work can diagnostics. When the Change Engine Oil be dangerous. Some jobs can The proper replacement parts, cause serious injury.
Page 423 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield wiper blade Brake system inspection If the engine oil life system is reset inspection for wear, cracking, (or every 12 months, whichever accidentally, service the vehicle or contamination and windshield occurs first). within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since and wiper blade cleaning, the last service.
Page 424 11-4 Service and Maintenance Fuel system inspection for If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant Once a Month damage or leaks. and Compressor Kit, check Tire inflation check. See Tire the sealant expiration date Exhaust system and nearby heat Pressure on page 10 46. printed on the instruction label shields inspection for loose or of the kit.
Page 425 Service and Maintenance 11-5 All wheel drive only: Transfer Protection Agency or the maintenance, if a power case fluid change (severe California Air Resources washer is used to clean mud service) for vehicles mainly Board has determined that and dirt from the underbody, driven when frequently towing a the failure to perform this care should be taken to not...
Page 426: Lubricants, And Parts
11-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification Engine Oil mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade.
Page 427 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Carrier Assembly Differential SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer in Canada 89021678). Case (Power Transfer Unit) Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Key Lock Cylinders in Canada 10953474).
Page 428: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15278634 A3083C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 20958479 CF179C...
Page 429: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-9 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. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 430 11-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 431 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 432 11-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 433: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is 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 434: 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 6 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
Page 435: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine Automatic 1.10 mm (0.043 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 436 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 437: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Government ....13-16 GMC. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction...
Page 438 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be 40 days. If you do not agree with it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 439: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) do not feel your concerns have Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), been addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or procedure outlined in Steps One call the General Motors Customer...
Page 440 13-4 Customer Information Customer Assistance If you have a problem that has not Step Three been satisfactorily handled through Procedure If your case is not resolved in a the normal means, we suggest the reasonable amount of time by your Owner satisfaction and goodwill are following steps: dealer, please call the General...
Page 441 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0801 However, if a customer wishes to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail GMC, the letter www.gmc.ca Customer Assistance should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English) Offices (Mexico)
Page 442: Mexico
To assist customers who are deaf, Store online service and hard of hearing, or speech impaired 00-800-052-1005 maintenance records and who use Text Telephones GMC dealer locator for service Guatemala (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment nationwide available at its Customer Assistance 1-800-999-5252 Center.
Page 443: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Here are a few of the valuable GM Mobility tools and services you will have Reimbursement Program www.gmc.com access to: GMC Merchandise My Showroom: Find and save www.gmccollection.com information on vehicles and Help Center www.gmc.com/ current offers in your area.
Page 444: Roadside Assistance Program
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ready: service is given. GMC and General Motors of Your name, home address, and Emergency Tow From a Public Canada Limited reserve the right to home telephone number...
Page 445 Customer Information 13-9 Flat Tire Change: Service to Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Not Included in change a flat tire with the spare Assistance: Must be over Roadside Assistance tire. The spare tire, if equipped, 250 kilometres from where Impound towing caused by must be in good condition and your trip was started to violation of any laws.
Page 446: Scheduling Service
Coverage period in Canada), your new vehicle or visit our your dealer can help minimize extended powertrain, and/or website at: www.gmc.com.mx. your inconvenience. hybrid specific warranties in Navigate the site and click on both the U.S. and Canada.
Page 447 Customer Information 13-11 Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Reimbursement Your dealer may arrange to Warranty service can generally If your vehicle requires overnight provide you with a courtesy be completed while you wait. warranty repairs, and public rental vehicle or reimburse you However, if you are unable to transportation is used instead...
Page 448: Collision Damage Repair
13-12 Customer Information Additional Program Collision Damage Repair and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help Information If your vehicle is involved in maintain your GM New Vehicle All program options, such as a collision and it is damaged, Limited Warranty.
Page 449 Customer Information 13-13 Aftermarket collision parts are Insuring Your Vehicle Genuine GM Original Equipment also available. These are made Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Protect your investment in your GM by companies other than GM and Genuine Manufacturer replacement vehicle with comprehensive and may not have been tested for your parts.
Page 450 13-14 Customer Information Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Repair Process Driver's name, address, and your repair professional, and insist telephone number In the event that your vehicle on Genuine GM parts.
Page 451: Service Publications
Customer Information 13-15 Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current Service Manuals to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle.
Page 452: Reporting Safety Defects
13-16 Customer Information 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 to the United States believe that your vehicle has a call the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 453: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
(1-800-462-8782), or write: a vehicle's systems performed. For example, your vehicle uses The EDR is designed to record data GMC Customer Assistance Center computer modules to monitor and related to vehicle dynamics and P.O. Box 33172 control engine and transmission...
Page 454: Onstar
13-18 Customer Information ® This data can help provide a better manufacturer, other parties, such OnStar understanding of the circumstances as law enforcement, that have the If your vehicle is equipped with in which crashes and injuries occur. special equipment, can read the an active OnStar system, that information if they have access to Important: EDR data is recorded...
Page 455: Identification (Rfid)
Customer Information 13-19 Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC) connection with conveniences...
Page 456 13-20 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 457 INDEX Airbags Assistance Program, Adding Equipment to the Roadside ....13-8, 13-10 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-46 Audio Controller, Modifications .
Page 458 INDEX Charging System Light ..5-17 Check Battery ..... . . 10-26 Calibration ..... . 5-6 Engine Light .
Page 459 INDEX Compressor Kit, Tire Customer Assistance Door Sealant ..... . 10-64 Offices ..... . . 13-5 Ajar Messages .
Page 460 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont.) Coolant Temperature Control System ....8-4 Features Warning Light ....5-22 Memory .
Page 461 INDEX Front Seats Adjustment ....3-3 Garage Door Opener ..5-53 Halogen Bulbs ....10-30 Heated .
Page 462 INDEX High-Beam On Light ... 5-24 Lap-Shoulder Belt ... . . 3-25 Highway Hypnosis ....9-8 LATCH System Jump Starting .
Page 463 INDEX Lights (cont.) Messages (cont.) Object Detection System ..5-41 Engine Oil Pressure ..5-23 Maintenance Flash-to-Pass ....6-3 Ride Control System .
Page 464 INDEX Outlets Perchlorate Materials Power ......5-9 Requirements, California ..10-3 Navigation System Overheated Engine Phone Vehicle Data Recording...
Page 465: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
INDEX Recommended Fluids and Retained Accessory Lubricants ....11-6 Power (RAP) ....9-19 Radio Frequency Recommended Fuel .
Page 466 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Security Signals, Turn and Canadian Government ..13-16 Light ......5-24 Lane-Change .
Page 467 INDEX i-11 Storing the Tire Sealant Tires (cont.) Tow/Haul Mode ....9-28 If a Tire Goes Flat ..10-62 and Compressor Kit .
Page 468 i-12 INDEX Vehicle Care Wheels Storing the Tire Sealant Alignment and Tire Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-36 and Compressor Kit ..10-71 Balance ....10-60 Uniform Tire Quality Tire Pressure .

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