Page 1 2014 GMC Sierra Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Phone .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2014 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3 If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited savant: diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and GMC Truck Emblem, and SIERRA Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual A circle with a slash through it is a Warning safety symbol which means Do To quickly locate information about Not, Do not do this, or Do not let the vehicle, use the Index in the Text marked Warning provides this happen.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Engine Coolant Temperature : Power Here are some additional symbols : Exterior Lamps : Remote Vehicle Start that may be found on the vehicle : Fog Lamps : Safety Belt Reminders and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Fuel Gauge : Tire Pressure Monitor...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-12 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Steering Wheel System ..... 1-25 Adjustment .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel Uplevel Shown, Base similar...
Page 9: Information
In Brief 1. Instrument Panel Illumination 8. Shift Lever. See Automatic 13. Parking Brake on page 9-53. Control on page 6-6. Transmission on page 9-33. 14. Data Link Connector (DLC) 2. Integrated Trailer Brake Control Tow/Haul Selector Button (If (Out of View). See Malfunction (ITBC) System (If Equipped).
Page 10 In Brief 20. Heated and Cooled Front 22. Traction Control/Electronic Power Take Off (PTO) Button Seats on page 3-8 (If Stability Control on page 9-54. (If Equipped). See the Equipped). Duramax diesel supplement. Pedal Adjust Switch (If Auxiliary Button (If Equipped). 21.
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Information Operation on page 2-3. This section provides a brief Remote Vehicle Start overview about some of the important features that may or may If equipped, the engine can be not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Door Locks
In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks Power Door Locks To cancel a remote start, do one of There are several ways to lock and the following: unlock the vehicle. Aim the RKE transmitter at the From outside, if equipped, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle and press and hold transmitter or the key in the...
Page 13 In Brief Power Windows Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See Windows on page 2-18 and Power Windows on page 2-19. Express Windows If equipped, the express window feature allows the windows to be raised or lowered without holding the switch.
Page 14 In Brief Power Sliding Rear Window The power sliding rear window 3. Try to move the seat back and cannot be operated manually. See forth to be sure it is locked in Power Sliding Rear Window in place. Rear Windows on page 2-21. See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 15 In Brief Raise or lower the seat by If equipped, press and hold the Power Lumbar moving the rear of the control up control up to increase upper or down. lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Reclining Seatbacks 2. To recline, move the seatback Power Reclining Seatbacks rearward to the desired position, Manual Reclining Seatbacks then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 17: Memory Features
In Brief 1-11 Memory Features Heated and Cooled Front Press to cool the driver or Seats passenger seat. See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-8. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 18: Passenger Sensing System
1-12 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 19: Exterior Mirrors
In Brief 1-13 Exterior Mirrors 2. Press one of the four arrows on 2. Press the arrows on the control the control pad to move the pad while the indicator light on Manual Mirrors mirror up, down, right or left. the (1) or (3) button is illuminated, to move the mirror If equipped, adjust the manual...
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel Adjustment Adjustment Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 The ignition may need to be set Throttle and Brake Pedal Lift the switch up to move the to the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ pedals closer to your body. Press Adjustment RUN position to disengage the the switch down to move the tilt and telescope steering pedals away.
Page 22 1-16 In Brief To change the dome lamp settings, Exterior Lighting press the following: OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open. DOOR: The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened. ON: Turns all dome lamps on. Reading Lamps There are reading lamps in the The exterior lamp control is on the...
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 AUTO: Automatically turns on the Windshield Wiper/Washer : For a single wipe, turn to headlamps at normal brightness, then release. For several wipes, together with the following: hold the band on longer. Parking Lamps : Push the paddle at the top of Instrument Panel Lights the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Page 24: Climate Controls
1-18 In Brief Climate Controls These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate Control System (with Heater Only) 1. Fan Control 4. Defrost 2. Air Recirculation 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control...
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 Climate Control System (with Air Conditioning) 1. Fan Control 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 6. Air Recirculation 3. Air Delivery Mode Control 7. Rear Window Defogger 4. Defrost...
Page 26 1-20 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the shift lever. To enable: 1. Move the shift lever to the 1. Driver Temperature Control 10. Rear Window Defogger M (Manual Mode) position.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 While using Range Selection Mode, Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-38. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, the engine's driving power can be...
Page 28: Vehicle Features
1-22 In Brief Automatic Transfer Case Vehicle Features 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use this setting when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy Radio(s) roads or in most off-road situations. : Press to turn the system on. N (Neutral): Shift to this setting Press and hold to turn it off.
Page 29: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-23 Storing Radio Station Presets SiriusXM Satellite Radio players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, Service Up to 25 preset stations from all depending on the audio system. bands can be stored in the favorite SiriusXM is a satellite radio service See USB Port on page 7-18, SD lists in any order.
Page 30: Onstar Overview
1-24 In Brief Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - See Steering Wheel Controls on : Press to reject an incoming Base Connected Radio) on page 5-3. call, or end a current call. Press to page 7-42. mute or unmute the infotainment Cruise Control system when not on a call.
Page 31: Infotainment System
In Brief 1-25 SET : Press briefly to set the If the vehicle has the base level : Press to open a menu or select speed and activate cruise control. instrument cluster, the trip odometer a menu item. Press and hold to If cruise control is already active, reset stem is used to operate reset values on certain screens.
Page 32: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
1-26 In Brief Lane Departure Ultrasonic Parking Assist The vehicle may have up to four accessory power outlets. Warning (LDW) If equipped, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Vehicle with Center Console Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the If equipped, LDW is intended to help rear bumper to assist with parking One or two in front of the cup avoid unintentional lane departures...
Page 33: Universal Remote System
In Brief 1-27 Universal Remote System Sunroof the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it. Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
Page 34: Maintenance
1-28 In Brief Performance and instrument cluster and the tires. If the warning light comes on, appropriate DIC message stop as soon as possible and inflate Maintenance displays. See Ride Control the tires to the recommended System Messages on page 5-39. pressure shown on the Tire and Traction Control/ Loading Information label.
Page 35: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-29 Engine Oil Life System E85 or FlexFuel 2. Press and hold the button on the DIC, or the trip odometer The engine oil life system calculates Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can reset stem if the vehicle does engine oil life based on vehicle use use either unleaded gasoline or not have DIC buttons, for...
Page 36: Roadside Assistance Program
Connection, and Diagnostic Keep vehicle tires properly Services when activated. See Canada: 1-800-268-6800 inflated. OnStar Overview on page 14-1. New GMC owners are automatically Combine several trips into a enrolled in the Roadside Assistance single trip. Program. Replace the vehicle's tires with...
Page 37: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-13 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Trailer-Tow Mirrors .
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Keys Programming without a Recognized Key Follow these procedures to program Program a new key to the vehicle up to eight keys to the vehicle. when a recognized key is not Programming with a available. Canadian regulations Recognized Key require that owners see their dealer.
Page 39: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Repeat Steps 2 4 two more Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry times. After the third time, turn to (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no See Radio Frequency Statement on The RKE transmitter functions may longer work with the vehicle.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows exterior lamps may turn on. See when is pressed again within Vehicle Personalization on three seconds. See Vehicle page 5-45. Personalization on page 5-45. Pressing on the RKE transmitter Pressing arms the content disarms the content theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows RUN or is pressed again. The Caution ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work. When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on Programming Transmitters to the transmitter. Static from your the Vehicle body could damage the Only RKE transmitters programmed...
Page 42: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start require a person using the remote 2. Immediately press and hold start to have the vehicle in view until the turn signal lamps flash If equipped, this feature starts the when doing so. Check local or for at least four seconds.
Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the remote start is extended, The vehicle can be remote started Door Locks the second 10 minute period is two separate times between driving added on to the first 10 minutes for sequences. The engine will run for Warning a total of 20 minutes.
Page 44: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.
Page 45: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows Pressing the power lock switch Lockout Protection twice overrides the delayed locking If the driver side power door lock feature and immediately locks all switch is pressed when the driver doors. door is open and the key is in the This feature will not operate if the ignition, all of the doors will lock and key is in the ignition.
Page 46: Doors
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors On vehicles with a lock on the To remove the tailgate: tailgate, use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate. Tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the Warning tailgate down.
Page 47: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 2. With the tailgate about halfway Vehicle Security Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. open, lift the right edge of the A door, or the hood is open. This vehicle has theft-deterrent tailgate from the lower pivot. Slow Flash: Alarm system is features;...
Page 48: Immobilizer Operation
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the driver door is opened without To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation first unlocking the RKE transmitter, accident: the horn will chirp and the lights will Lock the vehicle after all flash to indicate pre-alarm.
Page 49: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 When trying to start the vehicle, the It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors security light comes on briefly when system to learn new or replacement the ignition is turned on. keys. Up to eight keys can be Convex Mirrors programmed for the vehicle.
Page 50: Power Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Mirrors If equipped, adjust trailer-tow Power Mirrors mirrors for a clearer view of the If equipped, adjust manual mirrors objects behind you. Manually pull by moving the mirror up and down out the mirror head to extend it for or left to right to see a little of the better visibility when towing a trailer.
Page 51: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 4. Move the selector switch to the 3. Adjust each outside mirror so Folding Mirrors center position when not that a little of the vehicle and the adjusting either outside mirror. area behind it can be seen. 4.
Page 52: Automatic Dimming Mirror
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Resetting the Power Folding Manually fold the mirrors inward to mirrors. If the vehicle has trailer-tow Mirrors prevent damage when going mirrors, only the upper glass of the through an automatic car wash. mirror is heated. The lower convex Reset the power folding mirrors if: part of the towing mirrors is not Auto Folding Mirrors...
Page 53: Reverse Tilt Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle is vehicle. Check the blind spot a long distance away, the image mirror for a vehicle in the blind Mirror in the main mirror is small and zone.
Page 54: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Windows If equipped, push the tab forward for Interior Rearview Mirrors daytime use and pull it rearward for Warning nighttime use to avoid glare from Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless the headlamps from behind.
Page 55: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped.
Page 56 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Will stop operation when any Programming the Power Express Window Anti-Pinch door is opened. Windows Feature Press the switch down to lower the If the battery on the vehicle has If any object is in the path of the window, and pull up the front of the been recharged or disconnected, window when express-up is active,...
Page 57: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Rear Windows Override Power Sliding Rear Window Warning If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.
Page 58: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows The power sliding rear window Roof Vent: From the closed position, cannot be operated manually. press the rear of the TILT switch to vent the sunroof. Sunroof Sun Visors Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
Page 59 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 The sunroof also has a sunshade, Periodically open the sunroof and which can be pulled forward to block remove any obstacles or loose sun rays. The sunshade must be debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and opened and closed manually.
Page 60 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-14 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-35 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-19 Airbag System Check .
Page 62: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 63: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints restraint forward, grasp the head Front Seats To adjust a manual seat: restraint and pull forward to the 1. Pull the handle at the front of desired locking position. To adjust Seat Adjustment the seat. the head restraint rearward, grasp 2.
Page 64: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see Power Lumbar Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4. Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-60.
Page 65: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints If equipped, press and hold the Do not have a seatback reclined if Warning (Continued) control up to increase upper the vehicle is moving. lumbar support and decrease Manual Reclining Seatbacks The lap belt could go up over lower lumbar support.
Page 66: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints To adjust a manual seatback: Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats 1. Lift the lever. The seatback will automatically fold forward. 2. To recline, move the seatback rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory If the memory position is still not Positions recalling, see your dealer for To save positions to the 1 and 2 service. buttons: If the vehicle is off, or in ON/RUN/ START but not in P (Park), press Automatically Recalling Memory 1.
Page 68: Heated And Cooled Front
Seats and Restraints To stop recall movement, press one button. See Storing Memory Heated and Cooled Front of the memory, power mirror or Positions listed previously. See Seats power seat controls; or press also Vehicle Personalization on the adjustable pedal control page 5-45.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints The indicator light on the button The heated or cooled seat indicator comes on when this feature is on. lights do not turn on during a remote start. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of The temperature performance of an the button, the seat will change to unoccupied seat may be reduced.
Page 70: Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To unfold the seat: 1. Push the seat cushion rearward Rear Seats (Extended while pulling the release strap loop under the seat cushion. Pull Cab Full Bench) the seat cushion down until it latches. Folding the Rear Seat 2.
Page 71: Rear Seats (Split Bench)
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Rear Seats (Split Bench) Warning Folding Rear Seat A safety belt that is improperly Either side of the rear seat can be routed, not properly attached, folded for added cargo space. or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 72: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
Page 73: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 74: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-14 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull shoulder and across the chest. the belt across you. Do not let it If the vehicle is a regular cab, then These parts of the body are best get twisted.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-15 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section. For the lap-shoulder belt in the 3. Push the latch plate into the rear center seating position of a buckle until it clicks.
Page 76 3-16 Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder After the adjuster is set to the portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down and not falling off of it. The belt without pushing the release button should be close to, but not to make sure it has locked into...
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-17 the vehicle's safety belt system will 2. Attach the adjustable comfort probably need other new parts. See guide to the anchor loop by Replacing Safety Belt System Parts threading the hook through after a Crash on page 3-21. the loop.
Page 78 3-18 Seats and Restraints 6. Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper comfort guide adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
Page 79: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 80: Safety Belt Extender
3-20 Seats and Restraints But if a safety belt is not long crash. They can rip apart under enough, your dealer will order you impact forces. If a belt is torn or an extender. When you go in to frayed, get a new one right away. order it, take the heaviest coat you Make sure the safety belt reminder will wear, so the extender will be...
Page 81: Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-21 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 82 3-22 Seats and Restraints For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) Warning AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on with airbags. Airbags are Because airbags inflate with great the instrument panel for the front designed to work with safety force and faster than the blink of outboard passenger.
Page 83: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 3-37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-39.
Page 84 3-24 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other...
Page 85: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-25 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the have a seat position sensor that direction of the impact, and how enables the sensing system to Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. monitor the position of the driver seat.
Page 86: What Makes An Airbag
3-26 Seats and Restraints severe side crashes depending on roof-rail airbags are rollover capable. If the airbags are rollover the location of the impact. In capable, both roof-rail airbags will capable, both roof-rail airbags will addition, these roof-rail airbags are also inflate if the sensing system also inflate if the sensing system designed to inflate during a rollover...
Page 87: How Does An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many be some smoke and dust coming types of collisions, primarily from the vents in the deflated Restrain? because the occupant's motion is airbags. Airbag inflation does not not toward those airbags.
Page 88: Airbag On-Off Switch
3-28 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians The vehicle has a feature that may In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. automatically unlock the doors, turn inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that on the interior lamps, turn on the broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-29 If the vehicle does not have an Child age 1 to 12. A child from turning off the airbag and airbag on-off switch, it may have a age 1 to 12 must ride in the front allowing the passenger, even if passenger sensing system.
Page 90: Passenger Sensing
3-30 Seats and Restraints To turn the front outboard passenger Warning frontal airbag on again, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, If the airbag readiness light ever and move the switch to the on comes on and stays on, it means position.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-31 certain conditions. No other airbag Warning is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger seat airbag inflates.
Page 92 3-32 Seats and Restraints A front outboard passenger For some children, including Warning (Continued) takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints, and for seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger Secure rear-facing child restraints sensing system may or may not turn There is a critical problem with in a rear seat, even if the airbag...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-33 If the On Indicator Is Lit for a (Rear Seat) on page 3-66. Even 6. Restart the vehicle. if the child restraint is equipped Child Restraint The passenger sensing system may with a safety belt lock-off, make or may not turn off the airbag for a The passenger sensing system is sure the safety belt retractor is...
Page 94 3-34 Seats and Restraints If a person of adult size is sitting in passenger sensing system to Additional Factors Affecting the front outboard passenger seat, turn the airbag off for some System Operation but the off indicator is lit, it could be adult-sized occupants.
Page 95: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-35 The on indicator may be lit if an To purchase a service manual, see The operation of the airbag system object, such as a briefcase, Service Publications Ordering can also be affected by changing or handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Information on page 13-11.
Page 96: Airbag System Check
3-36 Seats and Restraints or device, installed under or on If you have to modify your vehicle Caution (Continued) top of the seat fabric, could also because you have a disability and interfere with the operation of the you have questions about whether coverings.
Page 97: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that Older Children To help make sure the airbag booster. Use a booster seat with a systems are working properly lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below:...
Page 98 3-38 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly trip? If yes, continue. If no, restrained in a rear seating position. return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not Q: What is the proper way to buckled up can strike other people...
Page 99: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Infants and Young Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by belt. The belt force would then be appropriate child restraints. Neither Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen.
Page 100 3-40 Seats and Restraints restraint should take into Warning (Continued) consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also If you must secure a whether or not the restraint will forward-facing child restraint in be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 101: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Child Restraint Systems Warning Warning To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. In a safety belt may not remain low on crash, if an infant is in a the hip bones, as it should.
Page 102 3-42 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 103: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children age crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 104 3-44 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint in a Warning Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints child restraint to make sure it is restraint can be seriously in a rear seat, even if the airbag compatible with this vehicle.
Page 105: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-45 rear-facing child restraint should not In order to use the LATCH system in When installing a child restraint with be installed in the vehicle, even if your vehicle, you need a child a top tether, you must also use the airbag is off.
Page 106 3-46 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Regular Cab Three-Passenger Crew and Double Cab Rear Seat Front Seat (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Top Tether Anchor): Seating Regular Cab Two-Passenger positions with top tether anchors. Front Seat (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 108 3-48 Seats and Restraints has two labels near the crease page 3-57 or Securing Child between the seatback and the seat Restraints (Rear Seat) on page 3-66 cushion. for more information. For double cab models, the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.
Page 109: System
Seats and Restraints 3-49 Be sure to read the following Securing a Child Restraint Warning (Continued) instructions to properly install a child Designed for the LATCH restraint using these loops. System anchors in the crew and double Do not secure a child restraint in a cabs.
Page 110 3-50 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one Regular Cab Models Warning (Continued) child restraint in the rear seat, see 1. For models without a rear seat, Where to Put the Restraint on forward-facing child restraints of the retractor to set the lock, page 3-43.
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-51 1.3. Remove the cover to If the position you are using 2. Secure the child restraint in the expose the anchor. has an adjustable head right front seating position with restraint and you are using the vehicle safety belts. See 1.4.
Page 112 3-52 Seats and Restraints Crew Cab Models 2. For forward facing child restraints, attach and tighten the 1. Attach and tighten the lower top tether to the top tether attachments to the lower anchor (loop), if your vehicle has anchors. If the child restraint one.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2.1.3. Then attach the through the loop on 4. Before placing a child in the top tether (4) to the passenger side child restraint, make sure it is the top tether and behind the securely held in place. To check, anchor (loop) (1) at inboard grasp the child restraint at the...
Page 114 3-54 Seats and Restraints Refer to your child restraint restraints, attach and tighten the manufacturer instructions and top tether to the top tether the instructions in this manual. anchor (loop). Follow the child restraint instructions, the vehicle 2.1. Find the lower anchors for LATCH anchor weight limits the desired seating described at the beginning of...
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-55 3.1.3. Then attach the 3.3.2. Route the top 5. Before placing a child in the top tether (4) to tether (4) through child restraint, make sure it is the top tether the loop on the securely held in place. To check, anchor (loop) (1) at passenger side.
Page 116 3-56 Seats and Restraints To reinstall the headrest: To remove the headrest: To reinstall the headrest: 1. Insert the headrest posts into the 1. Press both buttons on the 1. Insert the headrest posts into the holes in the top of the seatback headrest posts and pull up on holes in the top of the seatback with the longer chrome plated...
Page 117: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-57 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Center Front Seat) (Front Outboard Passenger Seat) Warning Warning With Passenger Sensing System A crash can damage the LATCH A child in a child restraint in the system in the vehicle.
Page 118 3-58 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH Warning Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee System) on page 3-45 for how and restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy where to install the child restraint...
Page 119 Seats and Restraints 3-59 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system, if equipped, has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle.
Page 120 3-60 Seats and Restraints 7. If the vehicle does not have a If a child restraint has been installed rear seat and the child restraint and the on indicator is lit, see If the has a top tether, follow the child On Indicator Is Lit for a Child restraint manufacturer's Restraint under Passenger Sensing...
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-61 Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the front unless airbag is off. This is because the risk to the rear-facing deploy under some unusual passenger airbag could inflate child is so great, if the airbag circumstance, even though it is even though the airbag on-off deploys.
Page 122 3-62 Seats and Restraints Anchors and Tethers for Children 1. Move the seat as far back as it (LATCH System) on page 3-45 for will go before securing the top tether anchor locations. forward-facing child restraint. If you have no other choice but Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor to install a rear-facing child...
Page 123 Seats and Restraints 3-63 7. If your vehicle does not have a rear seat and your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-45.
Page 124 3-64 Seats and Restraints the child restraint from the vehicle Do not secure a child seat in a Warning (Continued) unless the person who will be sitting position without a top tether anchor there is a member of a passenger if a national or local law requires This is because the back of the airbag risk group.
Page 125 Seats and Restraints 3-65 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 126: (Rear Seat)
3-66 Seats and Restraints 7. If your child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that tether, follow the child restraint forward-facing child restraints have (Rear Seat) manufacturer's instructions a top tether, and that the tether be regarding the use of the top attached.
Page 127 Seats and Restraints 3-67 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 128 3-68 Seats and Restraints 7. For forward-facing child Crew Cab 3. Push the latch plate into the restraints, attach and tighten the buckle until it clicks. 1. Put the child restraint on top tether to the top tether Position the release button on the seat.
Page 129 Seats and Restraints 3-69 6. If the child restraint has a top For outboard rear seating positions, tether, follow the child restraint if the child restraint cannot be manufacturer's instructions installed properly with the headrest regarding the use of the top in place, the headrest may be tether.
Page 130 3-70 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 131: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments If equipped, there is storage under the climate control system. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box .
Page 132: Glove Box
Storage Glove Box Cupholders Rear Front Base If equipped, there are cupholders on the center front seat console armrest. Uplevel If equipped, the cupholders in the center console can be placed over the mid or front storage compartment, or between them to access both storage compartments.
Page 133: Sunglasses Storage
Storage Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage Uplevel Shown, Other Models Similar Base If equipped, sunglasses storage is If equipped, the uplevel center If equipped, pull the front center on the overhead console. Press the console may have the following seat armrest down to access the fixed button on the cover and features: storage area with cupholders.
Page 134: Floor Console Storage
Storage 7. High Voltage Power Outlet Floor Console Storage Additional Storage (HVPO) (if equipped) Features 8. SD card reader 9. Auxiliary input jack Cargo Tie-Downs 10. Latch 11. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Press the latch (10) and lift the armrest to access the main storage compartment.
Page 135 Storage 2. Turn the tie-down loop clockwise 4. Remove the backing plate, Caution to tighten. The tie-down will be toggle guide, and toggle nut hard to turn until the toggle from the truck bed wall The truck bed walls will collapse if moves past the installation point completely.
Page 136 Storage NOTES...
Page 137: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-16 Front Fog Lamp Light ..5-29 Safety Belt Reminders ..5-17 Lamps On Reminder .
Page 138: Controls
Instruments and Controls Security Messages ..5-41 Controls Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel Steering System Messages ....5-41 Steering Wheel Tire Messages .
Page 139: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls 2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to ® (Talk): For vehicles with OnStar move the steering wheel up or ® or a Bluetooth system, press to down, then release lever to lock interact with those systems. See the wheel in place.
Page 140: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10-38. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.
Page 141: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass Clock The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Time and Date With Warning display on the Driver Information Faceplate Controls Center (DIC). The compass receives In freezing weather, do not use To set the time or date: its heading and other information the washer until the windshield is from the Global Positioning...
Page 142: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: If auto timing is set, the time Power Outlets displayed on the clock may not 1. Select SETTINGS from the Accessory power outlets can be update immediately when driving Home Page, then select Time used to plug in electrical equipment, into a new time zone.
Page 143 Instruments and Controls The power outlets on the center When adding electrical equipment, Caution stack and in front of the cup holders be sure to follow the proper are powered at all times. The power installation instructions included with Leaving electrical equipment outlets inside the storage area and the equipment.
Page 144 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt For vehicles with a center console, If equipment is connected using the 110 volt power outlet is in front more than 150 watts or a system Alternating Current of the cup holders in the center fault is detected, a protection circuit console.
Page 145: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 146: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
Page 148 5-12 Instruments and Controls Info App. This is where the Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) calls, scroll through contacts, select selected Driver Information from the favorites, or change the There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be phone source. If there is an active in the center of the instrument viewed.
Page 149: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Speedometer Trip Odometer Info Pages: Press while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far Pages menu and select the items to vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since be displayed in the Info app.
Page 150: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 151: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under Engine Oil Gauge Messages on page 5-37 and Engine Oil on page 10-11. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine.
Page 152: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Voltmeter Gauge Temperature Gauge English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine When the ignition is on, this gauge Metric coolant. indicates the battery voltage. While driving under normal When the engine is running, this operating conditions, if the needle gauge shows the condition of the moves into the red warning area,...
Page 153: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-17 The voltmeter gauge may also read Readings outside the normal the driver remains or becomes lower when in fuel economy mode. operating range indicate a possible unbuckled while the vehicle is This is normal. problem in the electrical system. moving.
Page 154: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls This cycle continues several times if and diagnostic module. For more Warning (Continued) the passenger remains or becomes information on the airbag system, unbuckled while the vehicle is see Airbag System on page 3-21. without a crash. To help avoid moving.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-19 instrument panel endcap, the OFF Warning (Continued) indicator light or the off symbol will come on and stay on as a reminder protection of an airbag. In a that the airbag has been turned off. crash, the airbag will not be able This light will go off when the airbag to inflate and help protect the has been turned on.
Page 156: Passenger Airbag Status
5-20 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Warning (Continued) Indicator For example, the right front If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag could inflate following indicators, then the vehicle even though the airbag on-off has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger switch is turned off.
Page 157: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the word ON or the on symbol is When this light comes on, or is Warning (Continued) lit on the passenger airbag status flashing, the Driver Information indicator, it means that the front Center (DIC) also displays a Light on page 5-18 for more outboard passenger frontal airbag is message.
Page 158 5-22 Instruments and Controls Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) the vehicle fuel economy might to pass a required Emission not be as good, and the engine Inspection/Maintenance test. See might not run as smoothly. This Accessories and Modifications on could lead to costly repairs that page 10-3.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, find a Emissions Inspection and used. Poor fuel quality causes safe place to stop and park the Maintenance Programs the engine not to run as vehicle.
Page 160: Brake System Warning
5-24 Instruments and Controls the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning When the ignition is on, the brake while the engine is off. See your system warning light also comes on Light dealer for assistance in verifying when the parking brake is set. The proper operation of the light stays on if the parking brake The vehicle brake system consists...
Page 161: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-25 If the light comes on while driving, Four-Wheel-Drive Light Warning (Continued) stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle. Then start the road and carefully stopped, the engine again to reset the have the vehicle towed for system.
Page 162: Tow/Haul Mode Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls Tow/Haul Mode Light See Hill Descent Control (HDC) on Vehicle Ahead Indicator page 9-56. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light For vehicles with the Tow/Haul If equipped, this light displays green Mode feature, this light comes on when a vehicle is detected ahead.
Page 163: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 ® Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on briefly when the have the vehicle serviced by your have the vehicle serviced by...
Page 164: Tire Pressure Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls If the indicator/warning light is on When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light and flashing, the TCS and/or the This indicates that one or more of StabiliTrak system is actively the tires are significantly working.
Page 165: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Security Light High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-5 for more information. Lamps On Reminder The security light should come on This light comes on when the briefly as the engine is started.
Page 166: Cruise Control Light
5-30 Instruments and Controls Trailer Brake Cruise Control Light Information Displays Hourmeter Driver Information Center Unit (DIC) (Base Level) Digital Speedometer The DIC displays are shown in the The speedometer shows how fast center of the instrument cluster. The the vehicle is moving in either displays show the status of many kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles vehicle systems.
Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-31 recent driving history and the Remaining Oil Life the next oil change. To reset the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel engine oil life system, see Engine Turn the trip odometer reset stem tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. Oil Life System on page 10-14.
Page 168: (Dic) (Uplevel)
5-32 Instruments and Controls Hourmeter on page 5-10. The displays show DIC Info Page Options the status of many vehicle systems. This display shows the total number The info pages on the DIC can be The controls for the DIC are on the of hours the engine has run.
Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-33 DIC Info Pages Fuel Range: Shows the The Oil Life display must be reset approximate distance the vehicle after each oil change. It will not The following is the list of all can be driven without refueling. reset itself.
Page 170 5-34 Instruments and Controls economy for the most recently recent driving compares to the best transmission fluid in either degrees traveled selected distance. that has been achieved for the Celsius (°C) or degrees Displayed below the bar graph is selected distance. Fahrenheit (°F).
Page 171: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC system checked as soon as indicate the status of the vehicle or possible. See your dealer. BATTERY LOW START some action may be needed to VEHICLE...
Page 172: Compass Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls operating and you might notice See Integrated Trailer Brake obstructions, and close the hood pulsation in the brake pedal. This is Control System under Towing again. Check to see if the message normal under these conditions. Take Equipment on page 9-88 for more still appears on the DIC.
Page 173: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the This message displays when the This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too engine oil becomes hotter than the engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 174: Engine Power Messages
5-38 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 chime This message displays and a chime may sound when the cooling system may sound if the fuel level is low.
Page 175: Object Detection System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Object Detection System This message could be due to the Ride Control System camera being blocked. Cleaning the Messages Messages outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the FORWARD COLLISION SERVICE STABILITRAK issue. ALERT OFF If this message displays, it means PARK ASSIST OFF...
Page 176: Airbag System Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls If the brake system warning light See your dealer for service. See TRACTION CONTROL ON is on. See Brake System Traction Control/Electronic Stability This message displays when the Warning Light on page 5-24. Control on page 9-54. traction control is active.
Page 177: Security Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 Readiness Light on page 3-21 and Remove the key from the ignition, See Tire Pressure Light on Airbag System on page 3-21 for open then close the driver side door, page 5-28. Several conditions may more information. and wait one minute.
Page 178: Transmission Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO AIR TO TIRE NEUTRAL 4WD OFF If equipped with the Tire Pressure If a four-wheel drive shift into If equipped with four-wheel drive, Monitor System (TPMS), this Four-Wheel Drive Low is requested, this message displays when the message displays when the...
Page 179: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-43 GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW cool. This message clears and the chime stops when the fluid TO XXX This message displays when grade temperature reaches a safe level. braking has been activated while If a four-wheel drive shift out of driving on downhill grades.
Page 180: Vehicle Speed Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls If the disconnect occurs while ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Vehicle Speed Messages the vehicle is moving, this WITH CARE REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO message stays on until the This message displays when ice ignition is turned off. INITIATE HDC conditions are possible.
Page 181: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Vehicle Detailed information for each menu 3. Press BACK on the faceplate follows: or the screen button to return Personalization Time and Date to the previous menu or exit. Use the audio system controls to Turn the vehicle to ON/RUN to Manually set the time and date.
Page 182: Infotainment System
5-46 Instruments and Controls Re-enter the four-digit code. Press Number of Favorites Pages adjusted to this level. To set the LOCK to lock the system. Enter the maximum startup volume, press + Press to set the number of favorites four-digit code to unlock the system. to increase or decrease.
Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Climate and Air Quality Parking Assist Vehicle Locator Lights Select and the following may If equipped, this feature can assist This feature will flash the exterior display: in backing up and parking the lamps when on the Remote vehicle.
Page 184 5-48 Instruments and Controls Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock When on, this feature will keep the Select and the following may This allows selection of which doors driver door from locking when the display: will unlock when pressing on the...
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Select All Doors or Driver Pair New Device Voice Mail Numbers Door Only. Select to pair a new device. See This feature displays the voice mail Pairing in Infotainment Controls number for all connected phones. Passive Door Lock under Bluetooth (Infotainment The voice mail number may be This feature can be turned on or off,...
Page 186 5-50 Instruments and Controls Display Rear Camera Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring Select and the following may Select and the following may vehicle settings. display: display: Select Restore or Cancel. Theme Guidance Lines Calibrate Touchscreen Rear Park Assist Symbols Clear All Private Data Turn Display Off This allows selection to clear all...
Page 187: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quick and System that does not have the stop and accurate transmission of the reverse feature.
Page 188 5-52 Instruments and Controls 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. hold both the hand-held There is no need to transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6. three Universal Remote system If the indicator light does buttons to be used to operate not come on or the garage the garage door.
Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-53 6. Inside the vehicle the vehicle, Radio Signals for Canada and Press and hold the Universal press and hold the newly Remote system button while Some Gate Operators programmed Universal Remote pressing and releasing the For questions or programming help system button for two seconds hand-held transmitter button every call 1-800-355-3515 or see...
Page 190: Universal Remote System
5-54 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single System Buttons Universal Remote System Operation Button Erase all programmed buttons when Using the Universal Remote vehicle ownership is terminated. To reprogram any of the system System buttons: To erase: Press and hold the appropriate...
Page 191: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-6 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 192: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically Exterior Lamps Off (Parking Lamps): Turns on the turns on the headlamps at normal parking lamps including all lamps, Reminder brightness, together with the except the headlamps. following: A reminder chime sounds when the (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps or parking lamps are Parking Lamps headlamps together with the parking...
Page 193: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting When the high beams are on, this Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior indicator light on the instrument lamp control to the off position and Lamps (DRL) cluster will also be on. then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only work when DRL can make it easier for others to Flash-to-Pass...
Page 194: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The system may also turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change headlamps when driving through a Signals parking garage or tunnel. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
Page 195: Fog Lamps
Lighting one second will cause the turn Fog Lamps When the headlamps are changed signals to flash until the lever is to high beam, the fog lamps go off. released. When the high-beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will come The lever returns to its starting on again.
Page 196: Interior Lighting
Lighting When the wiring is connected to an Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp auxiliary roof-mounted lamp, pressing the bottom of the button Instrument Panel will activate the lamp and illuminate Illumination Control an indicator light at the bottom of this button. Pressing the top of the button will turn off the roof-mounted lamp and indicator.
Page 197: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. To operate, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
Page 198: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Load Management The interior lamps, headlamps, Entry Lighting parking lamps, back-up lamps, and The vehicle has Electric Power license plate lamps come on when Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the key is removed from the ignition.
Page 199: Battery Power Protection
Lighting The battery can be discharged at EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection idle if the electrical loads are very discharge of the battery. It does this This feature shuts off the dome and high. This is true for all vehicles. by balancing the generator's output reading lamps, if they are left on for This is because the generator...
Page 200 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
Page 201: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Navigation Introduction ® OnStar System ... . . 7-23 System Infotainment Voice Recognition Voice Recognition ... 7-25 Read the following pages to become familiar with the Introduction...
Page 202: Infotainment System
Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in The vehicle has Retained Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help with this Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, ® TheftLock is designed to by disabling some functions when the audio system can be played discourage theft of the vehicle's driving.
Page 203: Overview
Infotainment System Overview Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate and steering wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3. Radio with CD...
Page 204 Infotainment System Turn to increase or decrease the volume. 5. MEDIA Press to change the audio source between CD, USB, SD card, and AUX. 6. RADIO Press to change the audio source between AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. (Seek) Radio with TONE Press to seek the...
Page 205: Home Page
Infotainment System Press to seek the next Home Page (Home Page) track. Press to go to the Home Home Page Features Press and hold to fast Page from any point in the The infotainment system displays a system. See Home Page forward through a track.
Page 206: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System PHONE: Select the PHONE screen Pandora (If Equipped) 2. Press the MENU knob to select icon to display the Phone main it. Do this for each one of the Select the PANDORA icon to begin page. See Bluetooth (Infotainment four digits.
Page 207 Infotainment System Radio Setup Number of Favorites Shown: Rear Camera (If Equipped) To set the number of favorites for Press the RADIO button and the From the Rear Camera screen display, select Auto to automatically following may display: button, the following may display: adjust the number of favorites pages Manage Favorites: Park Assist Symbols: This feature...
Page 208: Software Updates
Select Clear All Private Data. Select Cancel or Confirm. Website Information Playing the Radio Restore Radio Settings: This In the U.S., see www.gmc.com While on the audio main page, option will restore factory radio press the RADIO button repeatedly, In Canada, see www.gmc.gm.ca settings.
Page 209 Infotainment System Press the RADIO faceplate button rear speakers. The middle Options for SiriusXM Only to change the active radio source or position balances the sound XM View: XM view allows the change to the radio from another between the front and rear channel list to be viewed by channel source.
Page 210: Satellite Radio
7-10 Infotainment System Storing Radio Station Presets Satellite Radio Browsing SiriusXM Channels Up to 25 preset stations from all To browse the SiriusXM channels: ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio bands can be stored in the favorite Service 1. Press the MENU knob. lists in any order.
Page 211: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-11 Channel Not Available: This If there is interference or static, SiriusXM Satellite Radio previously assigned station is no unplug the item from the accessory Service longer assigned. power outlet. If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite No XM Signal/Reception May Be Radio Service provides digital radio Blocked: The vehicle may be in a reception.
Page 212: Fixed Mast Antenna
7-12 Infotainment System Fixed Mast Antenna on artists, tracks, genres, and Connected Radio) on page 7-42 or comedians. Create stations using Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-31 The fixed mast antenna will go the Pandora website or Smartphone or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - through most car washes as long as Base Connected Radio) on application, then use...
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-13 Using an Android or BlackBerry Bookmark Song: Select to (Thumbs Up): When selected, Phone bookmark the song. Pandora stores this information and is highlighted for the remainder of The BlackBerry phone must be Auto Volume: This feature sets the the track.
Page 214 7-14 Infotainment System Pandora Troubleshooting Unable to Start Pandora Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down Error If the device is unable to launch Unable to Connect Device to If there is an error trying to rate a Pandora: Vehicle track with the buttons, the Check that the latest version of If the device is unable to connect to...
Page 215: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-15 An iPhone is connected to both Action Unavailable. Please Check Audio Players Bluetooth and the USB port. Device Connection.: A few conditions for loss of Internet Playback can be resumed from CD Player connection are: a loss of audio by double If the vehicle is equipped with a CD tapping on the iPhone home The connected device loses its...
Page 216: Loading And Ejecting Discs
7-16 Infotainment System Press and hold to fast reverse There can be increased skipping, damaged or improperly loaded, through a track. Release the difficulty in finding tracks, and/or there is an error and the disc button to return to playing difficulty in loading and ejecting.
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-17 CD Menu Error Messages If Disc Player Error displays, it could be for one of the following reasons: While on the CD main page, press If Disc Error displays and/or the disc the MENU knob to display the CD The player temperature is comes out, it could be for one of the menu and the following may display:...
Page 218: Usb Port
7-18 Infotainment System Maximum number of folders: USB Port While the USB source is active, eight folders with 255 files press the corresponding faceplate per folder. Playing from a USB button for the icons on the screen to operate USB function: Maximum of 1,000 files on A USB mass storage device or a disc.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-19 Auto Volume: If equipped, see There may be problems with The iPod battery recharges Playing an Audio CD. operation and function in the automatically while the vehicle is on. following situations: When the vehicle is off while an EQ (Equalizer) Settings: iPod is connected using the iPod If equipped, this feature adjusts the...
Page 220 7-20 Infotainment System EQ (Equalizer) Settings: 2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Genres: If equipped, this feature adjusts the and press to select an artist 1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Equalizer settings. See EQ name to view a list of all albums and press to view the genres (Equalizer) Settings in AM-FM by the artist.
Page 221: Sd Card Reader
Infotainment System 7-21 ® Playing from an iPhone Auxiliary Jack Playing from the AUX Jack ® or iPad An auxiliary device is played The AUX jack is in the center through the audio system and This feature supports iPhone 3G, console.
Page 222: Bluetooth Audio
7-22 Infotainment System Bluetooth Audio To play music via Bluetooth: All devices launch audio differently. When selecting Bluetooth audio as 1. Power on the device, and pair to If equipped, music may be played a source, the radio may show as connect the device.
Page 223: Navigation Onstar ® System
Infotainment System 7-23 Navigation My Destination If My Destination is selected, a ® OnStar System special version of the Maneuver View displays. The Destination ® An OnStar subscriber has the Address is shown in the Street ability to connect to the OnStar Name field and the total distance to system (if equipped) and ask an the destination is shown in the...
Page 224 7-24 Infotainment System Select the NEXT screen button No Active Route the home screen and to display the next maneuver applications tray, so this view is information, including distance not accessible. between it and the previous Mutually Exclusive from maneuver. Embedded Navigation Select the PREV screen button If the vehicle has both a built in...
Page 225: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System 7-25 Canceling a Turn-by-Turn Route Voice Recognition In general there are flexible ways to speak commands for completing the If a route is in progress using If equipped, voice recognition allows tasks. Most of them, except OnStar Turn-by-Turn navigation, for hands-free operation within the destination entry and voice keypad, and a route is requested using the...
Page 226 7-26 Infotainment System 3. Wait until after the beep Prompts and Screen Displays 1. Press on the steering wheel completes, then clearly speak control to activate voice While a voice recognition session is one of the commands described active, there will be corresponding recognition, or select the in this section.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-27 Press or say Cancel or Exit to Say Help or look at the screen understood by the system. An terminate the voice recognition display for commands. example of a direct command would session and display the screen be Call 555-1212.
Page 228 7-28 Infotainment System voice recognition screen functions Help Switch to AM : Switch bands to the same as a list on other screens. AM and tune to the last AM radio Say Help on any voice recognition Scrolling can be used to help station.
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-29 Tune to <FM frequency> FM HD Play Album : Begin a dialog to name is the name displayed on the <HD channel number> : Tune to enter a specific album name. screen when the device is first the HD Radio station whose selected as an audio source.
Page 230 7-30 Infotainment System Play Podcast : Begin a dialog to Voice command option changes directly with one command like, enter a specific name. through media content limits are: Play <album name>. The command Play Album must first be Play Podcast <podcast Song files including other spoken;...
Page 231: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System 7-31 Voice Recognition for the Voice Keypad : Begins a dialog Phone to enter special numbers like Phone international numbers. The numbers Bluetooth (Overview) Call <contact name> : Initiate a can be entered in groups of digits call to an entered contact. The with each group of digits being Instructions for using the cell phone command may include location if...
Page 232 7-32 Infotainment System duplicate or rarely used entries. Bluetooth Controls Warning (Continued) If possible, program speed dial Use the buttons on the instrument or other shortcuts. panel, faceplate, and the steering Taking your eyes off the road too Review the controls and wheel to operate the Bluetooth long or too often could cause a operation of the infotainment...
Page 233: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)
Infotainment System 7-33 PHONE: Select to enter the phone How to Speak: Speak clearly in a Switching to Handset or main menu. See Bluetooth calm and natural voice. Hands-Free Mode (Infotainment Controls - Base Audio System To switch between handset mode Radio) on page 7-33 or Bluetooth and hands-free mode, use the (Voice Recognition - Base Radio) on...
Page 234 7-34 Infotainment System the cell phone changes or the 2. Turn the MENU knob and press 7. Repeat steps 1 6 to pair cell phone is deleted from the to select Manage Phones. additional phones or devices. system. 3. Press the button just below the Listing All Paired and Connected PAIR/screen button.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-35 5. A confirmation screen is Contacts: Turn the MENU knob to If the phone prompts to allow phone displayed. Press the button just highlight Contacts and press to book download during the pairing below the DELETE screen select.
Page 236 7-36 Infotainment System 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight 4. Press the MENU knob to call the Accepting a Call the letter group and press to contact. To accept a call, do one of the select. following: Making a Call Using the 4.
Page 237: Radio)
Infotainment System 7-37 Accepting a Call Waiting Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Bluetooth (Voice (DTMF) Tones Recognition - Base To accept a call waiting call, do one of the following: The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can Radio) send numbers during a call. This is Press the button just below the Using Voice Recognition used when calling a menu-driven...
Page 238 7-38 Infotainment System 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone cell phone that you want to pair. Phones To connect to a different cell phone, For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the your cell phone manufacturer's...
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-39 Storing and Deleting Phone 3. Say the entire phone number or Using the Delete Command a group of digits all at once with Numbers 1. Press . The system responds no pauses, then follow the The following commands are used Ready, followed by a tone.
Page 240 7-40 Infotainment System 2. Say Directory. 3. Say the entire number without Using the Digit Dial Command pausing or say the name tag. 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. The digit dial command allows a Once connected, the person called phone number to be dialed by 4.
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-41 Once connected, the person called Call Waiting 3. Use the Dial or Call command will be heard through the audio to dial the number of the third Call waiting must be supported on speakers. party to be called. the cell phone and enabled by the 4.
Page 242 7-42 Infotainment System 2. Say Transfer Call. 3. Say Voice. The system Clearing the System responds OK, accessing Unless information is deleted out of To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth <phone name>. the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it System from a Cell Phone The cell phone's normal prompt will be retained indefinitely.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-43 handset mode. The screen Pairing Information Pairing a Phone or Device button changes to Hands-Free Up to 10 cell phones can be 1. From the Home Page, turn the once the Bluetooth device paired to the Bluetooth system. MENU knob to access the confirms it is operating as PHONE screen button, then...
Page 244 7-44 Infotainment System 5. Locate the device named GMC Deleting a Paired Phone Connecting to a Different Phone IntelliLink in the list on the cell 1. From the Home Page, turn the 1. From the Home Page, turn the phone. Follow the instructions...
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-45 Keypad: Turn the MENU knob to When a cell phone supports the To make a call using the Recent highlight Keypad and press to phone book feature, the Contacts Calls menu: select. and Recent Calls menus are 1.
Page 246 7-46 Infotainment System 2. Turn the MENU knob and press Declining a Call Declining a Call Waiting Call to select Keypad. To decline a call, do one of the To decline a call waiting call, do one 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight following: of the following: the first digit and press to select.
Page 247: Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base Connected Radio)
Infotainment System 7-47 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Bluetooth (Voice 2. Say Dial or Call followed by the complete phone number. (DTMF) Tones Recognition - Base Use the Voice Keypad command The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can Connected Radio) for international numbers or special send numbers during a call.
Page 248 7-48 Infotainment System Calling 911 Emergency (US and Using the Switch Phone Using the Voice mail Command Canada) Command 1. Press . The system responds 1. Press . The system responds 1. Press . The system responds Command Please, followed by Command Please, followed by Command Please, followed by a tone.
Page 249: Trademarks And License Agreements
Infotainment System 7-49 ® ® Trademarks and iPod shuffle , and iPod touch Explicit Language Notice: Channels trademarks of Apple Inc., registered with frequent explicit language are License Agreements in the U.S. and other countries. indicated with an XL preceding the channel name.
Page 250 7-50 Infotainment System patent rights, copyrights, and trade HD Radio Technology Schedule I: Gracenote EULA secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. General Requirements: 1. A License Agreement from ® SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or for HD Radio Technology manufactured Music recognition technology and use of any of the SiriusXM...
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Page 255: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with With this system the heating and ventilation can be controlled. Heater Only) ....8-1 Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) .
Page 256 Climate Controls TEMP (Temperature Control): Do not drive the vehicle until all the (Bi-Level): Air is divided Turn clockwise or counterclockwise windows are clear. between the instrument panel and to increase or decrease the floor outlets. See Air Vents on page 8-8. temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 257 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) Air Delivery Mode Control: Press , or to change With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. the direction of the airflow. An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button.
Page 258 Climate Controls and the air conditioning compressor Rear Window Defogger Caution will run, unless the outside (Rear Window Defogger): temperature is close to freezing. Press to turn the rear window Using a razor blade or sharp Do not drive the vehicle until all the defogger on or off.
Page 259: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The system automatically controls With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be the fan speed, air delivery, air controlled. conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature.
Page 260 Climate Controls The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control: The automatic operation and the system temperature can be adjusted goes into manual mode. Press Press to manually select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic recirculation;...
Page 261 Climate Controls and the air conditioning compressor Rear Window Defogger Caution will run, unless the outside The rear window defogger uses a temperature is close to freezing. warming grid to remove fog from the Using a razor blade or sharp Do not drive the vehicle until all rear window.
Page 262: Air Vents
Climate Controls Sensors There is also an exterior Air Vents temperature sensor behind the front Use the air vents in the center and grille. This sensor reads the outside on the side of the instrument panel air temperature and helps maintain to direct airflow.
Page 263: Maintenance
Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3. To find out what type of Clear away any ice, snow, filter to use, see Maintenance or leaves from air inlets at the Passenger Compartment Replacement Parts on page 11-16. base of the windshield that could Air Filter block the flow of air into the...
Page 264 8-10 Climate Controls 5. Install the new air filter. 6. Close the service door and secure the tabs. 7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed. 3. Close the lower glove box door 4.
Page 265: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes New Vehicle Break-In ..9-23 Antilock Brake Operating Adjustable Throttle and Brake System (ABS) ....9-52 Pedal .
Page 266: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-68 distractions.
Page 267: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 268: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it If power steering assist is lost vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is because the engine stops or a normally but do not pump the held in that position for an extended system malfunctions, the vehicle...
Page 269: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering Skidding a curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve.
Page 270: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help Warning (Continued) these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the lose control and crash. You and Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the your passengers should always way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 271 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, To gain more ground clearance if Warning (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb needed, it may be necessary to wildlife. remove the front fascia lower Keep cargo in the cargo area air dam. Do not park over things that as far forward and as low as burn.
Page 272 Driving and Operating Before driving on a hill, assess Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the steepness, traction, and obstructions. If the terrain ahead another vehicle. You could be else could be injured. If leaving cannot be seen, get out of the seriously injured or killed.
Page 273 Driving and Operating If you cannot make it up the up or down might be too steep to Warning (Continued) hill, back straight down drive across. Driving across an the hill. incline puts more weight on the Apply the brakes lightly when downhill wheels, which could Never back down a hill in descending a hill and use a low...
Page 274 9-10 Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the ground from under your tires. driving on hard packed snow downhill side when stopped Traction could be lost, and the and ice.
Page 275: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Hydroplaning Warning Remove any brush or debris that Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water has collected on the underbody or can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. chassis, or under the hood. These tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a accumulations can be a fire hazard.
Page 276: Highway Hypnosis
9-12 Driving and Operating Have good tires with proper Hill and Mountain Roads Warning tread depth. See Tires on Driving on steep hills or through page 10-53. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving Turn off cruise control. or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 277: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-13 Tie a red cloth to an outside Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-52. Warning Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on or ice between the tires and the any slippery road and watch for...
Page 278: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-14 Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument speed, they can explode, and you...
Page 279: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Vehicle Load Limits the forward and reverse directions It is very important to know how causes a rocking motion that could much weight the vehicle can free the vehicle. If that does not get carry.
Page 280 9-16 Driving and Operating open, you will find the label the front and rear axles. See Warning (Continued) attached below the door lock Certification/Tire Label later in post (striker). The Tire and this section. vehicle handles. This could Loading Information label shows cause loss of control and a Steps for Determining Correct the number of occupant seating...
Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-17 there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 282 9-18 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and Rating (GVWR). The GVWR cargo should never exceed the includes the weight of the vehicle's capacity weight. vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 283 Driving and Operating 9-19 vehicle goes. If you have to stop Warning Warning (Continued) or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. In the case of a sudden stop cause loss of control and a or collision, things carried in crash.
Page 284 9-20 Driving and Operating box. The planks must be Add-On Equipment Warning (Continued) inserted in the pickup box When carrying removable items, depressions. When you carry something a limit on how many people inside the vehicle, secure When using this upper load carried inside the vehicle may it whenever you can.
Page 285: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating 9-21 Loading Points equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com Maximum for additional pickup box load * Equipment Weight bearing structural information. Ladder Rack 340 kg (750 lb) Truck-Camper Loading and Cargo Information Cross Toolbox 181 kg (400 lb) and Cargo A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper Loading Information label is Side Boxes...
Page 286 9-22 Driving and Operating When carrying a slide-in Here is an example of proper camper, the total cargo load of truck and camper match: the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Everything added to the camper after it left the factory.
Page 287: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-23 of camper cargo, and the weight and on the rear wheels Starting and of passengers in the camper. separately to determine axle Operating The total cargo load should not loads. Individual axle loads exceed the truck's cargo weight should not exceed either of the New Vehicle Break-In rating, and the camper's center...
Page 288: Adjustable Throttle And Brake
9-24 Driving and Operating No adjustment to the pedals can be Before you start driving, fully press Caution (Continued) made when the vehicle is in the brake pedal to confirm the R (Reverse) or while using cruise adjustment is right for you. While broken in.
Page 289 Driving and Operating 9-25 To shift out of P (Park), the ignition Do not turn the engine off when the 4. Set the parking brake. See must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ vehicle is moving. This will cause a Parking Brake on page 9-53. ACCESSORY and the regular brake loss of power assist in the brake pedal must be applied.
Page 290: Starting The Engine
9-26 Driving and Operating 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This 4 (START): This is the position that Move the shift lever to P (Park) or position lets things like the radio starts the engine. When the engine N (Neutral). The engine will not start and the windshield wipers operate starts, release the key.
Page 291 Driving and Operating 9-27 Starting Procedure damage, this system also Caution (Continued) prevents cranking if the engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator is already running. Engine pedal, turn the ignition key to the cranking motor, and drain the cranking can be stopped by START.
Page 292: Fast Idle System
9-28 Driving and Operating Pressing the cruise control SET- Operate the engine and To control the fast idle: button a second time. transmission gently until the oil To enable the Fast Idle System, warms up and lubricates all Pressing the accelerator more press and release the cruise moving parts.
Page 293: Engine Coolant Heater
Driving and Operating 9-29 door is opened. The radio continues Engine Coolant Heater Carefully remove the wire tie to work for up to 10 minutes or until that bundles the electrical plug. The engine heater can provide the driver door is opened. Do not cut the electrical cord.
Page 294: Shifting Into Park
9-30 Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on Engine Running several factors. Ask a dealer in the case is in a drive gear. If towing a area where you will be parking the Warning trailer, see Driving Characteristics...
Page 295: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-31 If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake.
Page 296: Parking Over Things
9-32 Driving and Operating Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the V4 mode, allowing the vehicle to Warning achieve better fuel economy. When Engine exhaust contains carbon greater power demands are monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 297: Parked
Driving and Operating 9-33 Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic in the vehicle body from engine running. shift lever position indicator within damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the instrument cluster.
Page 298 9-34 Driving and Operating especially when the vehicle has a To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning heavy load, you might notice an get out of snow, ice, or sand without increase in the effort to shift out of damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the P (Park).
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-35 D (Drive) can be used when towing In some cases, this could appear to Caution a trailer, carrying a heavy load, be a delayed shift, however the driving on steep hills, or driving transmission is operating normally. Shifting out of P (Park) or off-road.
Page 300 9-36 Driving and Operating M (Manual Mode): This position Normal Mode Grade Braking To disable or enable Normal Mode allows selection of a range of gears Grade Braking within the current If equipped with a gasoline engine appropriate for current driving ignition key cycle, press and hold and an automatic transmission, conditions.
Page 301: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-37 Manual Mode When the shift lever is moved from In vehicles with gasoline engines, D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a when the shift lever is moved from Range Selection Mode number displays next to the M, D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a indicating the current transmission downshift may occur.
Page 302: Tow/Haul Mode
9-38 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Grade Braking is not available when Caution (Continued) Range Selection Mode is active. Vehicles with an automatic See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-38.
Page 303: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-39 Also see Tow/Haul Mode under On vehicles with a gasoline engine, Drive Systems Towing Equipment on page 9-88. to disable or enable Tow/Haul Grade Braking within the current Four-Wheel Drive Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking ignition key cycle, press and hold the Tow/Haul button for Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is If equipped, you can send the...
Page 304: Four-Wheel Drive
9-40 Driving and Operating While driving on clean, dry Manual Transfer Case A four-wheel drive indicator light pavement and during tight turns, comes on when you shift into you may experience vibration in the four-wheel drive and the front axle steering system.
Page 305 Driving and Operating 9-41 roads or in most off-road situations. 4 (Four-Wheel Drive Low): This Warning This setting also engages the front setting also engages the front axle axle to help drive your vehicle. This and delivers extra torque. You may Shifting the transfer case to is the best setting to use when never need Four-Wheel Drive Low.
Page 306 9-42 Driving and Operating While in Four-Wheel Drive High Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive Shifting In or Out of Four-Wheel or Four-Wheel Drive Low you High to Four-Wheel Drive High Drive Low may experience reduced fuel Shifts between Two-Wheel Drive economy. Caution High and Four-Wheel Drive High Avoid driving in four-wheel drive...
Page 307: Electronic Transfer Case
Driving and Operating 9-43 Shift the transfer case shift lever When this happens, make sure Electronic Transfer Case in one continuous motion into or the engine is on, shift the out of the Four-Wheel Drive Low transmission momentarily to position. D (Drive) and back to N (Neutral), and then complete Warning...
Page 308 9-44 Driving and Operating and one will stay on. If no lights 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use Warning display, take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. If the lights when extra traction is needed, such Shifting the transfer case to display momentarily when the as on snowy or icy roads or in most...
Page 309 Driving and Operating 9-45 Shifting Into Four-Wheel To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit Drive High Low position, the ignition must be in significant engagement noise and ON/RUN and the vehicle must be bump when shifting between Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel stopped or moving less than 5 km/h...
Page 310 9-46 Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Four-Wheel less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the Caution (Continued) Drive Low transmission in N (Neutral), attempt the shift again. To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low transfer case. To help avoid to Four-Wheel Drive High or Shifting into N (Neutral) damaging the vehicle, always wait Two-Wheel Drive High, the vehicle...
Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-47 Low position. The N (Neutral) 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Automatic Transfer Case light will come on when the the engine off, and shift the transfer case shift to N (Neutral) transmission to N (Neutral). is complete.
Page 312 9-48 Driving and Operating when you turn on the ignition and AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel deep sand, deep mud, or deep one will stay on. If no lights display, Drive): This setting is ideal for use snow, and while climbing or take the vehicle to your dealer for when road surface traction descending steep hills.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-49 If the SERVICE 4WD message Shifting Into Four-Wheel Caution stays on, take the vehicle to your Drive Low dealer for service. See SERVICE When Four-Wheel Drive Low is Shifting the transmission into 4WD under Transmission engaged, vehicle speed should be gear before the requested mode Messages on page 5-42.
Page 314 9-50 Driving and Operating shift to Four-Wheel Drive for 30 seconds but will not complete Caution High mode. In this case, the knob the shift. With the vehicle moving will need to be turned to the less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the Shifting the transmission into Four-Wheel Drive High position in transmission in N (Neutral), attempt...
Page 315 Driving and Operating 9-51 Then slowly release the dial to Shifting Out of N (Neutral) Caution (Continued) the Four-Wheel Drive Low To shift out of N (Neutral): position. The N (Neutral) light will 1. Set the parking brake and apply To help avoid damaging the come on when the transfer case the regular brake pedal.
Page 316: Antilock Brake
9-52 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 317: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-53 Parking Brake Brake Assist Caution This vehicle has a brake assist Driving with the parking brake on feature designed to assist the driver can overheat the brake system in stopping or decreasing vehicle and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving conditions.
Page 318: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-54 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) Integrated Trailer Brake Control Ride Control Systems (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply This vehicle has an HSA feature, the trailer brakes. It will not activate Traction Control/ which may be useful when the if the vehicle is in a drive gear and vehicle is stopped on a grade.
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-55 Turn on and stay on when either vehicle wheel brakes to assist the page 9-14 and Turning the system is not working. driver in keeping the vehicle on the Systems Off and On later in this intended path.
Page 320: Hill Descent
9-56 Driving and Operating Turning the Systems Off StabiliTrak will automatically turn on press and release the button. The if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h and On traction off light displayed in the (35 mph). Traction control will instrument cluster will turn off. remain off.
Page 321: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-57 HDC will remain enabled between Cruise Control Press to enable or disable HDC. 22 and 60 km/h (14 and 37 mph), Vehicle speed must be below however vehicle speed cannot be 50 km/h (31 mph). Warning set or maintained in this range.
Page 322 9-58 Driving and Operating If equipped with an Allison or SET (Set/Coast): Press briefly to Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic set the speed and activate cruise transmission, see Tow/Haul Mode control. If cruise control is already Grade Braking under Tow/Haul active, use to decrease vehicle Mode on page 9-38 for an speed.
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-59 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a How well the cruise control works desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is on hills depends on the vehicle are applied, the cruise control is already activated:...
Page 324: Driver Assistance Systems
9-60 Driving and Operating hold the Tow/Haul button for Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance five seconds. A DIC message There are three ways to end cruise Systems displays. See Transmission control: Messages on page 5-42. This vehicle may have features that To disengage cruise control, Vehicles with a diesel engine work together to help avoid crashes...
Page 325: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
Driving and Operating 9-61 Audible or Safety Alert Seat The RVC and Rear Parking Assist Warning (Continued) will not work properly if the tailgate Some driver assistance features is down. If the tailgate is down, do alert the driver of obstacles by not use these systems.
Page 326 9-62 Driving and Operating objects 25 cm (10 in) high off the Warning (Continued) ground and below bumper level, using the sensors on the bumpers. vehicle using only the RVC URPA detects objects up to 2.5 m screen, during longer, higher (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and Front speed backing maneuvers, Park Assist detects objects up to...
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-63 a continuous beep will sound from parking assist is turned off through the front or rear, or both sides of the vehicle personalization, the park Safety Alert Seat will pulse five assist button on the center stack will times.
Page 328 9-64 Driving and Operating Disconnecting the Rear Vision Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued) Camera (RVC) (FCA) System The RVC must be disconnected if avoid a crash. FCA does not warn The FCA system may help to avoid the tailgate needs to be removed. of pedestrians, animals, signs, or reduce the harm caused by guardrails, bridges, construction...
Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-65 visibility. FCA will not detect another Collision Alert Tailgating Alert vehicle ahead until it is completely in the driving lane. Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it The vehicle ahead indicator will detects a vehicle.
Page 330: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
9-66 Driving and Operating Press the collision alert button on Cleaning the System will not warn if the turn signal is on the steering wheel to set the FCA in the departure direction, or if a If the FCA system does not seem to timing to Far, Medium, Near, or Off.
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-67 When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly departing the lane on the side If the LDW symbol does not appear when the system is on and the where it has detected a lane vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h marker.
Page 332: Fuel
9-68 Driving and Operating Fuel Warning For diesel engine vehicles, see LDW does not provide a warning Fuel for Diesel Engines in the to help avoid a crash, unless it Duramax diesel supplement. detects the lane markings. LDW For gasoline engine vehicles, may not detect the lane markings use of the recommended fuel is if the camera sensor is blocked...
Page 333: Gasoline Specifications
Driving and Operating 9-69 If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine other fuels containing more than Gasoline Specifications (VIN Code J), use premium 15% ethanol must be used only in At a minimum, gasoline should meet unleaded gasoline with a posted flex fuel vehicles.
Page 334: Fuels In Foreign Countries
9-70 Driving and Operating test. See Malfunction Indicator Fuel Additives The use of E85 or FlexFuel is Lamp on page 5-21. If this occurs, encouraged when the vehicle is To keep fuel systems clean, return to your authorized dealer for designed to use it.
Page 335: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-71 immediately after refueling to allow Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration. Keep sparks, flames, and damage plastic and rubber parts. Because E85 or FlexFuel has less smoking materials away That damage would not be energy per liter (gallon) than from fuel.
Page 336 9-72 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Warning top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the nozzle.
Page 337: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-73 Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container General Towing keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is Information Warning complete. Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more been designed for the vehicle.
Page 338 9-74 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Before starting, check all trailer hitch Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent parts and attachments, safety damage to the engine, axle, chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Do not drive with the liftgate, or other parts.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-75 Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn immediately after towing at high out, the arrows on the instrument altitude on steep uphill grades, the Hold the bottom of the steering cluster will still flash for turns. It is vehicle may show signs similar to wheel with one hand.
Page 340: Trailer Towing
9-76 Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 7. Stop and have someone pick up Do not tow a trailer during break-in. and store the chocks. See New Vehicle Break-In on 1. Press the brake pedal, but do page 9-23.
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-77 The following information has many Trailer weight rating (TWR) is Caution time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle and safety rules. Many of these are has only the driver but all required Pulling a trailer improperly can important for your safety and that of trailering equipment.
Page 342 9-78 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 903 kg (6,400 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 4.3L V6 (b) 4.10 2 223 kg (4,900 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08...
Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-79 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.2L V8 3.42 4 355 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.73 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Short Box (b) 4.3L V6 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb)
Page 344 9-80 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 039 kg (6,700 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 994 kg (6,600 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42...
Page 345 Driving and Operating 9-81 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 6.2L V8 3.42 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
Page 346 9-82 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 347 Driving and Operating 9-83 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb)
Page 348 9-84 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 082 kg (9,000 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10...
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-85 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 169 kg (13,600 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)
Page 350 9-86 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight-Carrying 363 kg (800 lb) 1500 Weight-Distributing 544 kg (1,200 lb) 2500/3500 Weight-Carrying or 680 kg (1,500 lb) Standard Box Weight-Distributing 2500/ Weight-Carrying or 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3500 Long Box Weight-Distributing 2500...
Page 351 Driving and Operating 9-87 After loading the trailer, weigh the Total Weight on the Vehicle's Weight of the Trailering trailer and then the tongue, Tires Combination separately, to see if the weights are Be sure the vehicle's tires are It is important that the combination proper.
Page 352: Towing Equipment
9-88 Driving and Operating Towing Equipment If a step-bumper hitch will be used, Weight-Distributing Hitch and the bumper could be damaged in Adjustment Hitches sharp turns. Make sure there A weight distributing hitch may be is ample room when turning to The correct hitch equipment helps useful with some trailers.
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-89 Weight Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 7,000 lb Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation 1500 Over 7,000 lb Required 2500/3500 Up to 18,000 lb Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation When using a weight-distributing...
Page 354: Auxiliary Battery
9-90 Driving and Operating chart for the vehicle. See Weight of becomes separated from the hitch. Auxiliary Battery the Trailer under Trailer Towing on Instructions about safety chains The auxiliary battery provision can page 9-76. may be provided by the hitch be used to supply electrical power manufacturer or by the trailer The hitch should be located in the...
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-91 White/Green: Back-up Lamps Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package Red/Green: Battery Feed The vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiring harnesses for Dark Blue: Trailer Brake towing a trailer or hauling a slide-in If charging a remote (non-vehicle) camper.
Page 356 9-92 Driving and Operating The harness contains the following Electric Brake Control Wiring Pressing this button at the end of camper/trailer circuits: the shift lever turns on and off the Provisions Tow/Haul Mode. Green/Violet: Left Stop/Turn These wiring provisions are Signal included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package.
Page 357 Driving and Operating 9-93 Tow/Haul is designed to be most in unpleasant engine and system, and on the type of trailer effective when the vehicle and transmission driving characteristics brakes detected. This available trailer combined weight is at least and reduced fuel economy. Tow/ power output to the trailer brakes 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross Haul is recommended only when...
Page 358 9-94 Driving and Operating The ITBC system is powered Trailer Brake Control Panel along with the Trailer Brake Display through the vehicle's electrical Page on the DIC to adjust and system. Turning the ignition off will display power output to the trailer also turn off the ITBC system.
Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-95 Activate the Manual Trailer A trailer with electric brakes has The trailer's and the vehicle's brake Brake Apply Lever. become disconnected (a lamps will come on when either CHECK TRAILER WIRING vehicle brakes or manual trailer TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be message will also display on brakes are applied.
Page 360 9-96 Driving and Operating Use the following to adjust Trailer 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING: This Gain for each towing condition: vehicle loading, trailer loading, message will display if: or road surface conditions 1. Drive the vehicle with the trailer 1.
Page 361: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-97 the trailer wiring. This message continues over multiple ignition Trailer Sway will also turn off if it is cycles, there is a problem with the Control (TSC) acknowledged. ITBC system. Have the vehicle serviced. Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a To determine if the electrical fault is TSC feature.
Page 362: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-98 Driving and Operating Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Warning Similar Equipment Add-Ons Even if the vehicle is equipped with TSC, trailer sway could result Caution Add-On Electrical in loss of control and the vehicle Equipment Do not exceed 64 km/h (40 mph) could crash.
Page 363 Driving and Operating 9-99 The weight of items added to the Follow the snow plow Caution (Continued) vehicle, like a tool box or manufacturer's truck cap. recommendations regarding rear RPO VYU, then the payload the ballast. Rear ballast may be The total weight of any vehicle can carry will be reduced required to ensure a proper front...
Page 364 9-100 Driving and Operating Front axle reserve capacity is the In order to calculate the amount of difference between the Gross Axle weight any front accessory, such as Weight Rating (GAWR) and the front a snow plow, is adding to the front axle weight of the vehicle with full axle, use the following formula: fuel and passengers.
Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-101 For example, adding a 318 kg Warning Warning (Continued) (700 lb) snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the On some vehicles that have Maintaining a proper front and front axle. Using the formula, if the certain front mounted equipment, snow plow is 122 cm (4 ft) in front of rear weight distribution ratio is...
Page 366: Pickup Conversion To
9-102 Driving and Operating See your dealer for additional Pickup Conversion to advice and information about using Chassis Cab a snow plow on the vehicle. Also, see Vehicle Load Limits on We are aware that some vehicle page 9-15. owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a Emergency Roof Lamp commercial or recreational body...
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Cooling System ... . 10-20 Park Brake and P (Park) Engine Coolant ... . . 10-21 Mechanism Check .
Page 368 10-2 Vehicle Care Electrical System Tire Pressure ....10-62 If a Tire Goes Flat ..10-77 Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Changing .
Page 369: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 General Information California Proposition Accessories and 65 Warning Modifications For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or genuine GM parts and GM-trained one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle and supported service people.
Page 370: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care GM Accessories are designed to Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. complement and function with other Before attempting to do your own systems on the vehicle. See your service work, see Airbag System Doing Your Own dealer to accessorize the vehicle Check on page 3-36.
Page 371: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then To open the hood: bring the hood from full open to within 15 cm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
Page 372 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 4.3L V6 Engine...
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Starting on page 10-90. See Jump Starting on Reservoir. See Adding Washer page 10-90. Fluid under Washer Fluid on 2. Battery on page 10-31. page 10-28.
Page 374 10-8 Vehicle Care 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine Similar...
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-9 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Starting on page 10-90. (Out of View). See Jump Starting Reservoir. See Adding Washer on page 10-90. Fluid under Washer Fluid on 2.
Page 376 10-10 Vehicle Care 6.0L V8 Engine...
Page 377: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-11 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 9. Remote Negative ( ) Location. Engine Oil Starting on page 10-90. See Jump Starting on For diesel engine vehicles, see page 10-90. 2. Battery on page 10-31. Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 10.
Page 378: Checking Engine Oil
10-12 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil what kind of oil to use. For engine Warning oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine Capacities and Specifications on oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle page 12-2.
Page 379 Vehicle Care 10-13 Add enough oil to put the level Cold Temperature Operation: In an somewhere in the proper operating area of extreme cold, where the range. Push the dipstick all the way temperature falls below 29°C back in when through. ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in the 4.3L or 6.0L engine.
Page 380: Engine Oil Life System
10-14 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil at this time, the system must be elements that can be unhealthy for reset.
Page 381: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-15 How to Reset the Engine Oil The oil life system can also be reset Automatic Transmission as follows: Life System Fluid 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Reset the system whenever the When to Check and Change the engine off.
Page 382 10-16 Vehicle Care 5. Keep the engine running and Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) check the transmission fluid temperature on the Driver automatic transmission fluid listed Information Center (DIC). See in Recommended Fluids and Too little fluid could cause the Driver Information Center (DIC) Lubricants on page 11-13.
Page 383 Vehicle Care 10-17 level. Perform the hot check 4. Check both sides of the dipstick 7. If the fluid level is in the procedure at the first opportunity. and read the lower level. Repeat acceptable range, push the Use this cold check procedure to the check procedure to verify the dipstick back in all the way, then check fluid level when the...
Page 384: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-18 Vehicle Care 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. Safe operating level is within the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the If the vehicle has a diesel engine, compartment, on the passenger dipstick.
Page 385 Vehicle Care 10-19 How to Inspect the Engine Air 1. Screws 8. Reverse Steps 2 4 to reinstall the filter cover housing. Cleaner/Filter 2. Electrical Connector To inspect the air cleaner/filter, 3. Air Duct Clamp Warning remove the engine air cleaner/filter 1.
Page 386: Cooling System
10-20 Vehicle Care Cooling System 3. Engine Electric Cooling Fans 3. Engine Belt-Driven Cooling Fan If the vehicle has the Duramax Warning Warning diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. An electric engine cooling fan can Heater and radiator hoses, and The cooling system allows the start even when the engine is not other engine parts, can be very...
Page 387: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-21 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning Any repairs would not be covered nothing else needs to be added. by the vehicle warranty. Always This mixture: Adding only plain water or some use DEX-COOL (silicate-free)
Page 388 10-22 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant If coolant is visible but the coolant Caution (Continued) level is not at or above the FULL The coolant surge tank is located in COLD mark, see How to Add the engine compartment on the Too much water in the mixture Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 389 Vehicle Care 10-23 How to Add Coolant to the 1. Remove the coolant surge tank Warning pressure cap when the cooling Coolant Surge Tank for system, including the coolant Gasoline Engines Steam and scalding liquids from a surge tank pressure cap and hot cooling system can blow out If the vehicle has a diesel engine, upper radiator hose, is no...
Page 390: Engine Overheating
10-24 Vehicle Care mixture to the coolant surge tank Engine Overheating Engine Cooling System Messages until the level reaches the FULL on page 5-38 and Engine Power If the vehicle has the Duramax COLD mark. Messages on page 5-38. diesel engine, see the Duramax If the decision is made not to lift the 5.
Page 391 Vehicle Care 10-25 If Steam is Coming from the If No Steam is Coming from 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment fan speed. Open the windows as The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP necessary.
Page 392: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (6.0L V8 Engine Only)
10-26 Vehicle Care as normal idle speed for at least distances and/or towing a trailer in fan noise. Under heavy vehicle five minutes while the vehicle is the overheat protection mode loading, trailer towing, and/or high parked. If the warning is still there, should be avoided.
Page 393: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-27 This is normal and indicates that Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering the cooling system is functioning Fluid (6.0L V8 and 6.6L properly. The fans will change to low To check the power steering fluid: V8 Engines) speed when additional cooling is no longer required.
Page 394: Washer Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Caution To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes on Do not use engine coolant Lubricants on page 11-13.
Page 395: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-29 Brakes pedal travel. This could be a sign Caution that brake service might be This vehicle has front and rear disc required. Continuing to drive with worn-out brakes. Brake Adjustment brake pads could result in costly Disc brake pads have built-in wear brake repair.
Page 396: Brake Fluid
10-30 Vehicle Care A fluid leak in the brake change in many other ways if the When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause wrong replacement brake parts are level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level.
Page 397: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-31 The fluid level should be above Battery Caution MIN. If it is not, have the brake Refer to the replacement number hydraulic system checked to see if Using the wrong fluid can shown on the original battery label there is a leak.
Page 398: Four-Wheel Drive
10-32 Vehicle Care How to Check Lubricant Warning (Continued) page 10-90 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the Manual Transfer Case black, negative ( ) cable from the...
Page 399: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 10-33 When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3 to determine how often to change the lubricant. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13 to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 400: Rear Axle
10-34 Vehicle Care What to Use Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and level, it may appear lower than Lubricants on page 11-13 to normal because fluid has traveled determine what kind of lubricant out along the axle tubes and has to use.
Page 401: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care 10-35 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the proper level is from 17 mm to vehicle should be on a level 21 mm (0.6 in to 0.8 in) below surface. the bottom of the fill plug hole, located on the rear axle.
Page 402: Starter Switch Check
10-36 Vehicle Care Federal law prohibits the following Engine: Starter Switch Check acts or the causing thereof: Removal or rendering engine speed 1. The removal or rendering governor, if the vehicle has one, Warning inoperative so as to allow engine inoperative by any person, other speed to exceed manufacturer When you are doing this...
Page 403: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
Vehicle Care 10-37 Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) ignition on, but do not start the Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check engine. Without applying the Function Check regular brake, try to move the Warning shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort.
Page 404: Wiper Blade Replacement
10-38 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) Caution mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to Allowing the wiper arm to touch P (Park). Then release the the windshield when no wiper parking brake followed by the blade is installed could damage regular brake.
Page 405: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-39 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement Parking Lamps should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-42. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 406: Fog Lamps
10-40 Vehicle Care Headlamp Fog Lamps Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) 1. Open the hood. To replace the front fog lamp bulb: 2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Locate the fog lamp under the assembly cover by turning it front bumper. counterclockwise.
Page 407: Taillamps, Turn Signal
Vehicle Care 10-41 Taillamps, Turn Signal, To replace one of these bulbs: Center High-Mounted Stoplamps, and Back-Up Stoplamp (CHMSL) and 1. Open the tailgate. Lamps Cargo Lamp 2. Remove the two rear lamp Single Rear Wheel Lamp Shown, assembly screws and pull 1.
Page 408: License Plate Lamp
10-42 Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs: License Plate Lamp Exterior Lamp Bulb Number To replace one of these bulbs: Front Turn Signal 7443 LL 1. Locate the license plate lamp Lamp and under the rear bumper. Parking Lamp 2.
Page 409: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-43 Electrical System headlamp wiring checked right away Look at the silver-colored band if the lamps go on and off or inside the fuse. If the band is broken remain off. or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure Electrical System you replace a bad fuse with a new Windshield Wipers...
Page 410: Block (Left)
10-44 Vehicle Care Lift the cover to access the fuse block. Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. A fuse puller is available in the left instrument panel fuse block.
Page 411: Right
Vehicle Care 10-45 Micro Usage J-Case Usage Micro Fuses Usage J-Case Fuses (2 Pin) Fuses Cooling Fan 1 Fuel Pump Power Trailer Brake Module Cooling Fan 2 Trailer Battery Upfitter Switch 1 Mini Fuses Usage Upfitter 2 J-Case Usage (2 Pin) Front Wiper Fuses Trailer Stop/Turn...
Page 412 10-46 Vehicle Care Micro Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage (2 Pin) (2 Pin) (3 Pin) Air Conditioning Fuel Injectors Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch B, Even Compressor/ Battery Regulated Heated Mirrors Oxygen Sensor B Voltage Control Upfitter 1 Throttle Control Air Conditioning Center...
Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-47 Instrument Panel Fuse Micro Usage Mini Relays Usage Block (Left) Relays Rear Window Fuel Pump Defogger Upfitter 2 Engine Control Module Upfitter 3 Upfitter 4 Solid State Usage Relay Trailer Park Lamps Cooling Fan Clutch Run/Crank Upfitter 1 Fuel Pump 2 Air Conditioning Control...
Page 414 10-48 Vehicle Care...
Page 415 Vehicle Care 10-49 The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Accessory Power Spare features shown. Outlets Airbag/Info Number Usage Retained Accessory Passive Entry Accessory Power Power/Accessory Passive Start/Heater, Outlet 2 Discrete Logic Ignition Ventilation and Air SEO Retained...
Page 416 10-50 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse The right instrument panel fuse Number Usage block access door is on the Block (Right) Spare passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Spare Pull off the cover to access the Left Doors fuse block. Driver Power Seat Left Front Heated/ Cooled Seat...
Page 417 Vehicle Care 10-51...
Page 418 10-52 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Right Front Window Rear Sliding Window features shown. Switch Right Door Window Number Usage Sunroof Motor Accessory Power Data Link Connector/ Front Blower Outlet 3 Driver Seat Module...
Page 419: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-53 Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the Every new GM vehicle has page 9-15. tread is badly worn, high-quality tires made by a replace them.
Page 420: All-Season Tires
10-54 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the All-Season Tires Winter Tires same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires.
Page 421: All-Terrain Tires
Vehicle Care 10-55 The tread pattern on these tires may Caution (Continued) wear more quickly than other tires. Consider rotating the tires more Tire and/or wheel assembly frequently than at 12 000 km damage can occur when coming (7,500 mi) intervals if irregular wear is noted when the tires are into contact with road hazards like inspected.
Page 422 10-56 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers Load Limit Maximum load GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the that can be carried and the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN).
Page 423 Vehicle Care 10-57 criteria have a TPC specification DOT Tire Date of code molded onto the sidewall. Manufacture The last four GM's TPC specifications meet or digits of the TIN indicate the tire exceed all federal safety manufactured date. The first two guidelines.
Page 424: Tire Designations
10-58 Vehicle Care (7) Single Tire Maximum The letter P as the first construction; and the letter B Load Maximum load that can character in the tire size means means belted-bias ply be carried and the maximum a passenger vehicle tire construction.
Page 425: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-59 a light truck tire engineered to construction; and the letter B the tire. Air pressure is standards set by the U.S. Tire means belted-bias ply expressed in kPa (kilopascal) and Rim Association. construction. or psi (pounds per square inch). (2) Tire Width The three-digit (5) Rim Diameter...
Page 426 10-60 Vehicle Care Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire includes the Tire Identification Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire in which the plies are laid at Number (TIN), an alphanumeric tire used on light duty trucks and alternate angles less than designator which can also some multipurpose passenger 90 degrees to the centerline of identify the tire manufacturer,...
Page 427 Vehicle Care 10-61 Normal Occupant Weight Recommended Inflation Traction The friction between number of occupants a vehicle Pressure Vehicle the tire and the road surface. is designed to seat multiplied by manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load tire inflation pressure as shown Tread The portion of a tire that...
Page 428: Tire Pressure
10-62 Vehicle Care The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure Caution (Continued) sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tires need the correct amount of Tire Quality Grading on air pressure to operate page 10-73. Overinflated tires, or tires that effectively.
Page 429: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-63 example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Tire Pressure Monitor Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no System Load Limits on page 9-15. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). The Tire Pressure Monitor System the vehicle is loaded affects Remove the valve cap from the...
Page 430: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-64 Vehicle Care pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is See Radio Frequency Statement on of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure page 13-15. under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-65 located on the instrument cluster. The low tire pressure warning light Caution If the warning light comes on, stop may come on in cool weather when as soon as possible and inflate the the vehicle is first started, and then Tire sealant materials are not all tires to the recommended pressure turn off as the vehicle is driven.
Page 432 10-66 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-67 using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. If the vehicle has an uplevel 6. Start with the driver side following order: driver side front tire, DIC, use the DIC controls on the front tire. passenger side front tire, passenger right side of the steering wheel 7.
Page 434: Tire Inspection
10-68 Vehicle Care The tire has a bump, bulge, 11. Turn the ignition switch to See When It Is Time for New or split. LOCK/OFF. Tires on page 10-70 and Wheel Replacement on page 10-75. 12. Set all four tires to the The tire has a puncture, cut, recommended air pressure or other damage that cannot...
Page 435 Vehicle Care 10-69 Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10-62 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2.
Page 436: Dual Tire Rotation
10-70 Vehicle Care Lightly coat the center of the Dual Tire Rotation Warning wheel hub with wheel bearing When the vehicle is new, grease after a wheel change or If the vehicle is operated with a or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, tire rotation to prevent corrosion tire that is underinflated, the tire or wheel nut is replaced, check...
Page 437: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-71 maintenance affect how fast aging Parking for an extended period can takes place. GM recommends that cause flat spots on the tires that tires, including the spare if may result in vibrations while equipped, be replaced after driving.
Page 438 10-72 Vehicle Care traction control, and tire information on proper tire Warning (Continued) pressure monitoring rotation. However, if it is performance. GM's TPC Spec necessary to replace only one resulting in a crash or other number is molded onto the tire's axle set of worn tires, place the vehicle damage.
Page 439: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-73 The Tire and Loading Warning Warning Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Using bias-ply tires on the If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel there may not be an acceptable on page 9-15 for the label level of performance and safety if rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 440 10-74 Vehicle Care Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal habits, service practices and Temperature A safety requirements and differences in road additional General Motors Tire characteristics and climate. The following information relates Performance Criteria (TPC) to the system developed by the Traction standards.
Page 441: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-75 Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades Replace any wheel that is bent, loading, either separately or in are A (the highest), B, and C, cracked, or badly rusted or combination, can cause heat representing the tire's resistance corroded.
Page 442: Tire Chains
10-76 Vehicle Care Whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, Tire Chains Warning or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup, check the wheel nut Warning Using the wrong replacement torque after 160, 1 600 and wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel 10 000 km (100, 1,000 and 6,000 mi) If the vehicle has dual wheels or nuts can be dangerous.
Page 443: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-77 If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout and road conditions. Follow that that are the proper size for the while driving, especially if the tires manufacturer's instructions. To tires.
Page 444 10-78 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for To help prevent the vehicle from permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could moving: Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the...
Page 445: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-79 When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Tire Changing use the following example as a Removing the Spare Tire and guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1). Tools Regular Cab 1. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel 1.
Page 446 10-80 Vehicle Care 1. Turn the knob on the jack 1. Spare Tire (Valve Stem counterclockwise to lower the Pointed Down) jack head to release the jack 2. Tire/Wheel Retainer from its holder. 3. Hoist Cable 2. Turn the wing nut 4.
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-81 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (10) of the extension through the hole (9) in the rear bumper. Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench. Be sure the hoist end of the extension (10) connects to the hoist shaft.
Page 448 10-82 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and The tools you will be using include 2. If the vehicle has wheel nut the jack (1), the wheel blocks (2), caps, loosen them by turning the Installing the Spare Tire the jack handle (3), the jack handle wheel wrench counterclockwise.
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-83 Front Position 1500 Models Front Position All Other Models 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the 4. Position the jack under the Position the jack under the wheel nuts. Do not remove the vehicle, as shown.
Page 450 10-84 Vehicle Care Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-85 the ground so there is enough Warning (Continued) Warning room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. changing a wheel, remove any Never use oil or grease on bolts rust or dirt from places where the or nuts because the nuts might wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 452 10-86 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning Caution (Continued) come off and cause a crash. Wheel nuts that are improperly or sequence and to the proper If any stud is damaged because incorrectly tightened can cause torque specification. See of a loose-running wheel, it could the wheels to become loose or Capacities and Specifications for be that all of the studs are...
Page 453 Vehicle Care 10-87 service whenever you have a Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the tire removed or serviced. See vehicle in the spare tire carrier. and Tools Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. Warning When reinstalling the regular wheel Storing a jack, a tire, or other...
Page 454 10-88 Vehicle Care 10. Hoist End of Extension Tool 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center 4.
Page 455: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-89 To store the jack and jack tools: 1. Put the tools (4) in the tool how to remove, install, or store a bag (5) and place them in the spare tire, see Tire Changing on retaining bracket (3). page 10-79.
Page 456: Jump Starting
10-90 Vehicle Care After installing the spare tire on the Jump Starting Caution (Continued) vehicle, stop as soon as possible For more information about the and check that the spare tire is Never use four-wheel drive when vehicle battery, see Battery on correctly inflated.
Page 457 Vehicle Care 10-91 begin that, especially in cold before setting the parking brake. Caution weather, you may not be able to If you have a four-wheel-drive get enough power from a single vehicle, be sure the transfer Ignoring these steps could result battery in another vehicle to start case is in a drive gear, not in in costly damage to the vehicle...
Page 458 10-92 Vehicle Care 5. Open the hood on the other Warning Warning vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine terminal locations on that battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
Page 459 Vehicle Care 10-93 Do not connect positive (+) to 8. Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) cable as follows: negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the good battery and maybe other parts battery.
Page 460 10-94 Vehicle Care Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other 6.0L...
Page 461: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-95 Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a Here are some important things to professional towing service if the consider before recreational vehicle disabled vehicle must be towed. towing: Caution To tow the vehicle behind another What is the towing capacity of vehicle for recreational purposes, the towing vehicle? Be sure to Incorrectly towing a disabled...
Page 462 10-96 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not Caution be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles ground. Two-wheel-drive If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is transmissions have no provisions towed with the rear wheels on the for internal lubrication while being ground, the transmission could be towed.
Page 463: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-97 Front Towing (Front Wheels Off Use the following procedure to dolly Appearance Care the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle from Vehicles the rear: Exterior Care See your dealer for the procedure to 1. Attach the dolly to the tow Locks tow this vehicle.
Page 464 10-98 Vehicle Care Finish Care This symbol is on any Caution (Continued) underhood compartment electrical Application of aftermarket clearcoat center that should not be power sealant/wax materials is not products can be obtained from washed. This could cause damage recommended. If painted surfaces your dealer.
Page 465 Vehicle Care 10-99 The bright metal moldings on the Spray-In Bedliner Care Caution vehicle are aluminum. To prevent A spray-in bedliner is a permanent damage always follow these coating that bonds to the truck bed Machine compounding or cleaning instructions: and cannot be removed.
Page 466 10-100 Vehicle Care Ice scrapers or other hard items. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Lenses and Emblems Aftermarket appearance caps or treatments may cause wiper covers while the lamps are Use only lukewarm or cold water, a streaking.
Page 467 Vehicle Care 10-101 Tires Caution Caution (Continued) Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Chrome wheels and other chrome Also, never drive a vehicle with trim may be damaged if the aluminum or chrome-plated Caution vehicle is not washed after driving wheels through an automatic car on roads that have been sprayed wash that uses silicone carbide...
Page 468: Interior Care
10-102 Vehicle Care Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement furnishings can also permanently parts will provide the corrosion transfer color to the vehicle's Lubricate all key lock cylinders, protection while maintaining the interior. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the vehicle warranty. Use a soft bristle brush to remove steel fuel door hinge unless the dust from knobs and crevices on the...
Page 469 Vehicle Care 10-103 Do not heavily saturate the on the label. While cleaning the Speaker Covers upholstery when cleaning. interior, maintain adequate Vacuum around a speaker cover ventilation by opening the doors and Do not use solvents or cleaners gently, so that the speaker will not windows.
Page 470 10-104 Vehicle Care For solid soils, remove as much If the soil is not completely using mild soap. Do not use bleach as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly use a commercial upholstery and air dry before next use.
Page 471 Vehicle Care 10-105 Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Safety Belts Caution gloss, especially on the instrument Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease Soaking or saturating leather, visibility through the windshield especially perforated leather, as Warning under certain conditions.
Page 472: Floor Mats
10-106 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor Warning Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 473: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance This maintenance section applies to Recommended Fluids and vehicles with a gasoline engine. Lubricants ....11-13 For diesel engine vehicles, see the Maintenance Replacement maintenance schedule section in...
Page 474 11-2 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road transportation, and online The Tire Rotation and Required surfaces within legal driving scheduling to assist with service Services are the responsibility of the limits. needs. vehicle owner. It is recommended to have your dealer perform these Use the recommended fuel.
Page 475: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Warning When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule SOON message displays, have the Performing maintenance work can engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services be dangerous and can cause the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven serious injury.
Page 476 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Passenger Compartment Air Tire Rotation and Required blades for wear, cracking, Filter Services Every 12 000 km/ or contamination. See Exterior 7,500 mi The passenger compartment air Care on page 10-97. Replace filter removes dust, pollen, and Rotate the tires, if recommended for worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 477 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Visually inspect steering, Check starter switch. See Starter Visually inspect gas strut for suspension, and chassis Switch Check on page 10-36. signs of wear, cracks, or other components for damaged, loose, damage. Check the hold open Check automatic transmission or missing parts or signs of ability of the strut.
Page 478 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 479 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Normal excessive cracking, or damage; (4) Do not directly power wash the replace, if needed.
Page 480 11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 481: Services
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance (4) Extreme service. For vehicles Special Application Schedule Additional Required mainly driven off-road in four-wheel Services Services Severe drive or used in farming, mining, forestry, Department of Natural (1) Or every two years, whichever Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Resources (DNR), or snow plowing.
Page 482: And Care
11-10 Service and Maintenance Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 483 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
Page 484 11-12 Service and Maintenance Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
Page 485: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the maintenance schedule section in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 486 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 487 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Canada 10953474). and Fuel Door Hinge Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 488: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15908915...
Page 489: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-17 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 490 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 491 Service and Maintenance 11-19 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 492 11-20 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 493: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 494: 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 11-13. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Capacities Application Metric English...
Page 495 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 5.7 L 6.0 qt 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8 8.0 L 8.5 qt 6.0L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L...
Page 496 12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LV3) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 4.3L V6 (LV1) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 5.3L V8 (L83) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.0L V8 (L96) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L86)
Page 497: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L and 6.2L V8 Engines 6.0L V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement.
Page 498 12-6 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 499: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 500 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 the it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 501: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail GMC, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 502: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Assistance (Service History): View Center. Any TTY user can printable dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited communicate with GMC by dialing: records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, 1-800-462-8583. TTY users in records. Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 503: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 504 Emergency Tow From a Public the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. meals, and rental car. Road or Highway: Tow to the GMC and General Motors of nearest GMC dealer for warranty Canada Limited reserve the right to service, or if the vehicle was in a make any changes or discontinue crash and cannot be driven.
Page 505: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Not Included in Scheduling Service Assistance: Must be over Roadside Assistance Appointments 250 kilometres from where your Impound towing caused by trip was started to qualify. When the vehicle requires warranty violation of any laws. General Motors of service, contact your dealer and Canada Limited requires...
Page 506: Courtesy Transportation
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by Program Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, completed while you wait. However, for U.S. customers, should you To enhance your ownership if you are unable to wait, GM helps arrange transportation through a...
Page 507: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 insurance coverage, credit card, etc. Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in You are responsible for fuel usage prior crashes. In most cases, the If the vehicle is involved in a charges and may also be parts being recycled are from collision and it is damaged, have the responsible for taxes, levies, usage...
Page 508 13-10 Customer Information Repair Facility When purchasing insurance, we Give only the necessary information recommend that you ensure that the to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you vehicle will be repaired with GM in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that original equipment collision parts.
Page 509: Service Publications
Customer Information 13-11 Choose a reputable repair facility Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Publications that uses quality replacement parts. but you must live with the repair. Ordering Information See Collision Parts earlier in this Depending on your policy limits, section.
Page 510: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Owner Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and Defects specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects information about the vehicle.
Page 511: Government
(1-800-462-8782), or write: antilock braking to help the driver Reporting Safety Defects control the vehicle. These modules GMC Customer Assistance Center may store data to help the dealer to the Canadian P.O. Box 33172 technician service the vehicle.
Page 512: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder EDR.
Page 513: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with ® OnStar and has an active RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that subscription, additional data may vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that be collected through the OnStar pressure monitoring and ignition...
Page 514 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 515: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 516: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
Page 517: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds After the call ends, press the Go with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to During a Planned Route responds with OnStar ready, begin driving directions. Cancel Route then a tone.
Page 518 14-4 OnStar OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . System responds: ® mobile app to select Apple OnStar Ready, followed by 1. Press . System responds: ® Android , and BlackBerry devices a tone.
Page 519: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information Press and say Minutes then Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Verify to check how many minutes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service remain and their expiration date. Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer...
Page 520 14-6 OnStar to function properly. These systems service such as hills, tall buildings, TTY Users may not operate if the battery is tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to discharged or disconnected. design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a OnStar service cannot work unless hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired...
Page 521 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 522 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Privacy libcurl: COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION OnStar services require a vehicle The complete OnStar Privacy NOTICE electrical system, wireless service, Statement may be found at and GPS satellite technologies to be www.onstar.com (U.S.), Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, available and operating for features or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Page 523 OnStar 14-9 DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, For the purposes of this copyright Permission is granted to anyone to WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF and license, Info-ZIP is defined as use this software for any purpose, CONTRACT, TORT OR the following set of individuals: including commercial applications, OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, and to alter it and redistribute it...
Page 524 14-10 OnStar 3. Altered versions including, but 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use not limited to, ports to new the names Info-ZIP, Zip, operating systems, existing ports UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, with new graphical interfaces, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and dynamic, shared, or static and MacZip for its own source library versions must be plainly and binary releases.
Page 525: Antilock Brake
INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Antilock Brake What Makes an Airbag System (ABS) ....9-52 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-26 Warning Light .
Page 526 INDEX Automatic Transmission Brake Bulb Replacement (cont'd) License Plate Lamps ..10-42 Manual Mode ....9-37 Pedal and Adjustable Shift Lock Control Throttle .
Page 527 INDEX Cargo Lamp ....6-6 Climate Control Systems . . . 8-1, 8-3 Cruise Control ....9-57 Cautions, Danger, and Air Conditioning .
Page 528 INDEX Door Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Ajar Messages ....5-36 Control System ....8-5 Delayed Locking .
Page 529 INDEX Forward Collision Alert Fuses ......10-43 (FCA) System ....9-64 Engine Compartment Four-Wheel Drive .
Page 530 INDEX General Information Heated Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Steering Wheel ....5-4 Idle System Towing ......9-73 Heated and Cooled Front Fast .
Page 531: Lane Departure Warning
INDEX Lamps (cont'd) Lights On Reminder ....5-29 Airbag On-Off ....5-18 Jack Reading .
Page 532: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Locks Manual Windows ....2-19 Mirrors Automatic Door ....2-9 Memory Features ....1-11 Automatic Dimming .
Page 533 INDEX ® OnStar System ....7-23 Passenger Compartment Air Ordering Filter ......8-9 Object Detection System Service Publications .
Page 534: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
i-10 INDEX Privacy Records Retained Accessory Radio Frequency Maintenance ....11-17 Power (RAP) ....9-28 Identification (RFID) .
Page 535 INDEX i-11 Safety Belts (cont'd) Security Signals, Turn and Reminders ....5-17 Light ......5-29 Lane-Change .
Page 536 i-12 INDEX Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Inflation Monitor System ..10-64 Center Console ....4-3 Tachometer ....5-13 Floor Console .
Page 537 INDEX i-13 Tow/Haul Mode ....9-38 Transfer Case ....9-39 Tow/Haul Mode Light .
Page 538 i-14 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-70 Vehicle Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-43 Alarm System .

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GMC Sierra 2014 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Head Restraints

Rear Seats (Extended Cab

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Storage 4-1 Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Controls

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lamps off

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Flash-To-Pass

Daytime Running

Automatic Headlamp

Turn and Lane-Change

Hazard Warning Flashers

Auxiliary

Fog Lamps

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

6-10 Lighting Notes

Infotainment

Introduction

Radio

Phone

9-1 Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance

Trailer Towing

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

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