Download Print this page

GMC Sierra 2005 Owner's Manual

GMC Sierra 2005 Owner's Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Sierra 2005:

Owner's manual (574 pages)

,

Manual (20 pages)

page of 570

/ 570
Contents
Table of Contents
Bookmarks

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual See also: Manual

2005 GMC Sierra Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-3

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-8

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-10

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-30

Airbag System

......................................... 1-63

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-8

Windows

................................................. 2-16

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-57

®

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-68

®

HomeLink

Wireless Control System

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-74

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-77

Vehicle Personalization

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-20

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-67

............................ 1-80

............................ 2-19

........... 2-21

........... 2-70

............................. 2-78

.......................... 3-4

........ 3-30

.................. 3-49

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-63

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-4

Fuel

......................................................... 5-6

Checking Things Under the Hood

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-55

Four-Wheel Drive

..................................... 5-57

Front Axle

............................................... 5-58

Noise Control System

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-70

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

.................................... 5-119

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Index .................................................................1

M

............... 5-12

............................... 5-59

.................................... 5-60

......... 5-69

................................... 5-108

............................... 5-118

................... 5-128

................................ 6-2

........... 7-2

........................... 7-10

..... 4-2

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Chapters

Table of Contents

Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Sierra 2005 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for GMC Sierra 2005

Page 1 2005 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats ..........1-3 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Rear Seats ..........1-8 Towing ........... 4-63 Safety Belts ..........1-10 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
For vehicles ﬁrst together in the owner manual to explain things. sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC whenever it appears in this manual. Index Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is A good place to quickly locate information about the ever needed.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We symbol means “Do Not,” use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things “Do Not do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-3 Child Restraints ..........1-30 Manual Seats ..........1-3 Older Children ..........1-30 Power Seats ..........1-4 Infants and Young Children ......1-32 Power Lumbar ..........1-4 Child Restraint Systems .........1-36 Heated Seats ..........1-5 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-6 Top Strap ............1-40 Head Restraints ..........1-7...
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........1-63 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-78 Where Are the Airbags? ........1-65 Adding Equipment to Your When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....1-67 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......1-79 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......1-69 Restraint System Check ........1-80 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......1-69 Checking the Restraint Systems ......1-80 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ..1-70...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 10: Power Seats
Power Seats If your vehicle has power reclining seats, you can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback. Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the control toward the rear or the front of the vehicle.
Page 11 You can also reshape the side wing area of the lower To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button seatback for more lateral support. with the heated seat and seatback symbol. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of To increase support, press and hold the top of the high, medium and low and to turn the heated seat off.
Page 12: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback, lift the manual lever But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle located on the outboard side of the seat. Release is moving. the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position.
Page 13: Head Restraints
Head Restraints CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 14: Rear Seats
Seatback Latches Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) CAUTION: Folding the Rear Seat If the seatback is not locked, it could move The extended cab’s rear seat can be folded up to provide forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could more cargo space.
Page 15 The extended cab’s rear seat can also be folded open 2. After folding the seat cushion fully forward, pull the for more seating space. To use the seat do the following: seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is ﬂat. If the seatback cannot fold ﬂat because 1.
Page 16 Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so it goes.
Page 18 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-12...
Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-13...
Page 20 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 21 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident —...
Page 22 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle Do not let it get twisted. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 23 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 29 Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 30: Lap Belt
Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in the center rear seat position of a crew cab, you have a lap-shoulder belt which is similar to the rear outside seat positions.
Page 31 Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 32: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, Lap-Shoulder Belt it will lock.
Page 33 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. Thelap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 34: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear seat comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 35 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-25. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 36: Safety Belts
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 37 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a rear outside seat position, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1-28.
Page 38 Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 39 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 40: Child Restraints
CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 41 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing CAUTION: a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor The body structure of a young child is quite vehicle safety standards.
Page 42: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 43 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor A child restraint system is any device designed for vehicle safety standards.
Page 45 Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless your vehicle has CAUTION: (Continued) the passenger sensing system or an airbag off switch and the passenger airbag status indicator or the Even though the passenger sensing system airbag off light shows off.
Page 46: Top Strap
Top Strap There is limited space in the rear seating area of an extended cab model. If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seating position of an extended Some child restraints have a top strap or 'top tether'. cab model, especially in the rear center position, be It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.
Page 47 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint, raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it.
Page 48: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location Once you have the top strap anchored, you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s Regular Cab instructions say. Extended Cab There is a top strap anchor for the right front passenger position.
Page 49 When using a child restraint with a top strap in either When using a child restraint with a top strap in the rear outboard position, raise the head restraint and route center rear position, route the top strap through the top strap through the fabric loop on the seatback. the fabric loop on the seatback.
Page 50: Crew Cab
Crew Cab Once you have the top strap anchored, you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions say. Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position of an extended cab if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say...
Page 51: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in This system, designed to make installation of child the second row. Do not secure a child restraint in restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. the right front passenger’s position of a crew cab if a Instead, it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint national or local law requires that the top strap be attachments to secure the restraints.
Page 52 CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the...
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a for the LATCH System Rear Outside Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating Extended Cab and Crew Cab position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion.
Page 54 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-48...
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If you have a extended cab or crew cab pickup, you can secure a child restraint in the center rear seat position.
Page 56 Extended Cab There is limited space in the rear seating area of an extended cab model. If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seat position of an extended cab model, especially in the rear center seat position, be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is enough room to secure your child restraint properly.
Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 58: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position (Crew Cab)
Securing a Child Restraint in If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for the Right Front Seat Position Children (LATCH System) on page 1-45. See Top Strap on page 1-40 if your child restraint has one. (Crew Cab) There is no top strap anchor in the right front Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag.
Page 59 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-53...
Page 60: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position (Regular And Extended Cab) (With Airbag Off Switch)
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Airbag Off Switch)
Page 61 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger’s airbag has been turned off.
Page 62 Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat unless the airbag is off. Here is why: CAUTION: CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag, it means that something A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be may be wrong with the airbag system.
Page 63 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
Page 64 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 65 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety CAUTION: belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If the right front passenger’s airbag is turned If you had turned the airbag off with the switch, off for a person who is not in a risk group remember to be sure to use the airbag off switch to turn...
Page 66: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position (Regular And Extended Cab) (With Passenger Sensing System)
Securing a Child Restraint in CAUTION: the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be (With Passenger Sensing System) seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag.
Page 67 If your vehicle is an extended cab and your child 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children around the restraint.
Page 68 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 69: Airbag System
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in the directions to be sure it is secure. child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer. 8.
Page 70 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would be if you were You can be severely injured or killed in a crash leaning forward, it could seriously injure you.
Page 71: Where Are The Airbags
The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical CAUTION: problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-33 for more information. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, Where Are the Airbags? any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 72 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly 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 73: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? • If the vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole) the airbag could inﬂate at a different crash speed The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags than if the vehicle hits a wide object (like a wall). are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal •...
Page 74 Single Stage vs. Dual Stage Airbags Dual Stage Airbags If your vehicle has frontal airbags with dual stage Depending on the weight of your vehicle you will have deployment, the amount of restraint will adjust according either “Single Stage Airbags” or “Dual Stage Airbags”. to crash severity.
Page 75: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
Single Stage Airbags How Does an Airbag Restrain? If your vehicle has frontal airbags with single stage In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, deployment and your vehicle goes straight into a wall even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or that does not move or deform, the threshold level the instrument panel.
Page 76: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an CAUTION: Airbag Inﬂates? After an airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the some people may not even realize the airbag inﬂated. air. This dust could cause breathing problems Some components of the airbag module —...
Page 77: Airbag Off Switch
• Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7-9. • Let only qualiﬁed technicians work on your airbag system. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly.
Page 78 Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because: CAUTION: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear If the right front passenger’s airbag is turned seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 off for a person who is not in a risk group sometimes must ride in the front because no space...
Page 79 CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. The right front passenger’s airbag could inﬂate even though the switch is off. If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens, do not let anyone whom the national...
Page 80: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to RUN or START. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check.
Page 81 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. CAUTION: The driver’s airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be The passenger sensing system works with sensors that seriously injured or killed if the right front are part of the right front passenger’s seat and safety belt.
Page 82 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Passenger Sensing System) on page 1-60. • the right front passenger seat is unoccupied If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the •...
Page 83 If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be CAUTION: because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit If the airbag readiness light in the instrument upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the...
Page 84: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. Vehicle You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. the passenger sensing system.
Page 85: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your CAUTION: Airbag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is Is there anything I might add to the front of the turned off and the battery is disconnected, vehicle that could keep the airbags from an airbag can still inﬂate during improper working properly? service.
Page 86: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check What if I added a snow plow? Will it keep the airbags from working properly? Checking the Restraint Systems We have designed our airbag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions, Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light including snow plowing with vehicles equipped with and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors the optional Snow Plow Prep Package (RPO...
Page 87: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.
Page 88 NOTES 1-82...
Page 89: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Your Vehicle ..........2-21 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-21 Ignition Positions ..........2-22 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-23 Door Locks ............2-8 Starting the Engine ........2-23 Power Door Locks ..........2-9...
Page 90 Section 2 Features and Controls ® Mirrors ............2-57 OnStar System ..........2-68 Manual Rearview Mirror .........2-57 ® HomeLink Wireless Control System ....2-70 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with ® HomeLink Wireless Control ® OnStar , Compass and Temperature System Operation ........2-71 Display ............2-57 Storage Areas ..........2-74 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Glove Box ...........2-74...
Page 91: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 92: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and all door If equipped, the remote keyless entry system operates locks as well as the spare on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications tire hoist lock, if equipped. Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 93: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the Operation transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: You can lock and unlock your doors from about •...
Page 94: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement (Lock): Press this button once to lock all of the doors. Pressing lock again within three seconds Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless may cause the horn to chirp for lock conﬁrmation. You entry transmitter should last about two years. can choose different feedback options for each press of the lock button.
Page 95 To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter, 3. Align the covers and snap them together. do the following: 4. Resynchronize the transmitter. See “Resynchronization” following this information. 5. Check the operation of the transmitter. Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system.
Page 96: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the keyless entry system, if equipped, Door Locks or you can also use your key. To lock the door from the inside, slide the CAUTION: lever rearward.
Page 97: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this power door lock switch, press the bottom of If your vehicle has this the switch on either power door lock switch, front door to lock all press the raised side of the doors at once. the switch, with the lock symbol, on either front door to lock all...
Page 98: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks If your vehicle is a crew cab, it may be equipped with this feature. When locking the doors with the power lock Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic switch or the keyless entry transmitter and a door is lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your open, the doors will not lock until ﬁve seconds after vehicle’s power door locks.
Page 99: Programmable Unlocking Feature
The following instructions tell you how to change the You can exit the program mode any time by turning the automatic door lock mode (automatic transmission only). ignition to RUN (the doors will automatically lock and Choose one of the two programming options listed unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that above before entering the program mode.
Page 100 The following instructions tell you how to change the If you take longer than 30 seconds, the locks will automatic door unlock mode (automatic transmission automatically lock and unlock and the horn only). Choose one of the four programming options will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the listed above before entering the program mode.
Page 101: Rear Door Security Locks (Crew Cab)
Rear Door Security Locks 3. To disengage the lock, move the lever rearward. 4. Close the door. (Crew Cab) 5. Do the same thing to the other rear door. With this feature, you can lock the rear side doors The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from so that they cannot be opened from the inside by the inside when this feature is in use.
Page 102: Rear Doors
Rear Doors To open a rear access door from the inside, the front door must be opened Extended Cab ﬁrst. Then, use the handle located on the Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear access inside of the rear access door(s) that allows easier access to the rear area of door to open it.
Page 103: Tailgate Removal
Tailgate Removal 2. With the tailgate at a slight upward angle, The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for pull back on the tailgate different loading situations. Although the tailgate can at the right edge be removed without assistance, you may want someone and then move the to assist you with the removal to avoid possible tailgate to the right to...
Page 104: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 105: Power Windows
Power Windows Express Down Windows The driver and front passenger windows also have an express down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press down fully on the window switch, then release, to activate the express down mode.
Page 106: Swing-Out Windows
Swing-Out Windows Sliding Rear Window If your vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch in Your vehicle may have the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. swing-out windows. To open a rear swing-out When you close the window, be sure the latch is window, ﬂip the latch open engaged.
Page 107: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems This message reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here is how to do it: Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. 1. Open the door. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 108: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm The theft-deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. The alarm can be tested by following these steps: It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open, or with the remote keyless 1.
Page 109: Passlock
® Passlock Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with the ® Passlock theft-deterrent system. ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. New Vehicle Break-In ® Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel break-in.
Page 110: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions A (Lock): This position locks your ignition when the key is removed. The steering locks when equipped with a manual transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to will only be able to remove your key when the ignition four different positions.
Page 111: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Key Release Button Starting the Engine (Manual Transmission) Your vehicle is equipped with Starter Motor Control. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects The ignition key cannot the electrical system. This feature may cause the be removed from the engine to crank even after the ignition key is not ignition of manual in START.
Page 112: Starting Your V8 Engine
Starting Your V8 Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn ignition key to START. When the engine starts, the ignition key to START and hold it there up let go of the key.
Page 113: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a could cause an electrical shock.
Page 114: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. This display It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the of being moved out of PARK (P).
Page 115 To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, CAUTION: see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-48. If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not will be free to roll —...
Page 116 ® DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. The Allison Transmission uses a shift stabilization If you need more power for passing, and you are: feature to adjust the transmission shift schedule to the current driving situation to reduce rapid upshifts and •...
Page 117 By using shift stabilization and adaptive shift controls, FIRST (1): This position gives you even more ® the Allison Transmission shift schedule is variable and power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). adjusts to how the vehicle is being used, providing You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or improved vehicle performance.
Page 118: Tow/Haul Mode
Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is a feature on automatic transmission equipped vehicles that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or large or heavy load. Tow/Haul mode adjusts the transmission’s shift pattern to reduce shift cycling, providing increased performance, vehicle control, and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads.
Page 119 Overdrive Disable Grade braking is active and automatic both in Tow/Haul mode and normal shift mode. Grade braking is ® (Allison Transmission Only) more aggressive when in Tow/Haul mode and can automatically downshift to SECOND (2), which is different than grade braking while in normal shift mode where automatic downshifts are limited to FOURTH (4).
Page 120: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal Five-Speed as you press the accelerator pedal. (VORTEC™ 6000 V8 Engine) You can shift into SECOND (2) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 121 REVERSE (R): To back up, ﬁrst press down the clutch SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up pedal. Wait for the vehicle to stop moving and then, on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 122 Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8100 V8 and During the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle use, start the vehicle moving in FIRST (1) gear. This allows ® DURAMAX ™ 6600 V8 Engines) the clutch components to wear-in properly. Here is how to operate FIRST (1): With the vehicle at a stop, release the your transmission.
Page 123: Shift Speeds
FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Upshift into Do not allow the engine rpm to overspeed and enter the the higher forward gears the same way as you do tachometer red lines. Engine overspeed occurs when THIRD (3). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you downshifting, or descending a grade, at too high a press the accelerator pedal.
Page 124: Four-Wheel Drive
Up-Shift Light Four-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your If you have a manual transmission, you may engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To get the most satisfaction out of four-wheel have a shift light.
Page 125 Manual Transfer Case A 4WD indicator light comes on when you shift into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. See Four-Wheel-Drive Light on page 3-47. Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal. Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal...
Page 126 An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer N (Neutral): Shift to this setting only when your vehicle case settings: needs to be towed. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-63 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-63. 4L (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages 2H (Two-Wheel High): This setting is used for driving your front axle and delivers extra torque.
Page 127 • Shifting In or Out of 4L (Four-Wheel Low) While in 4H or 4L you may experience reduced fuel economy. Notice: Shifting the transfer case into four-wheel • Avoid driving in four-wheel drive on clean, dry low while moving at speeds faster than 3 mph pavement.
Page 128: Automatic Transfer Case
Automatic Transfer Case Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving The transfer case AUTO Conditions buttons are located to the left of the instrument panel Normal cluster. Variable Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* *See “Recreational Vehicle Towing” in the Index for further information.
Page 129 (Two-Wheel High): This setting is used for (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages driving in most street and highway situations. Your front your front axle and delivers extra torque. You may never axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. This setting need Four-Wheel Low.
Page 130 Shifting into Four-Wheel High or AUTO To shift to Four-Wheel Low, the ignition must be in RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 4WD (AUTO Four-Wheel Drive) 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). Press and release the four-wheel high or AUTO 4WD The preferred method for shifting into four-wheel switch.
Page 131 Shifting Out of Four-Wheel Low Shifting Into NEUTRAL To shift from Four-Wheel Low to Four-Wheel High, AUTO To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following: 4WD, or Two-Wheel High, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission 1.
Page 132 Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Electronic Transfer Case To shift out of NEUTRAL: If your four-wheel-drive 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular vehicle has the electronic brake pedal. transfer case, the transfer case switches 2. Turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off. are located to the left 3.
Page 133 Use these switches to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. You can choose among three driving settings: CAUTION: Recommended Transfer Case Settings Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL Transfer Case Settings can cause your vehicle to roll even if the Driving Conditions transmission is in PARK (P).
Page 134 Shifting from Two-Wheel High to (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages Four-Wheel High your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need Four-Wheel Low. It sends the maximum power Press and release the Four-Wheel High switch. This to all four wheels.
Page 135 Shifting from Two-Wheel High or Press and release the Four-Wheel Low switch. You must wait for the four-wheel low indicator light to stop Four-Wheel High to Four-Wheel Low ﬂashing and stay on before shifting your transmission Notice: Shifting the transfer case into four-wheel into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.
Page 136 Shifting from Four-Wheel Low to Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High CAUTION: To shift from four-wheel low to Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High, your vehicle must be stopped Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) for an automatic transmission is in PARK (P).
Page 137 Shifting Out of NEUTRAL 4. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel High. 5. Simultaneously press and hold the Two-Wheel To shift out of NEUTRAL: High and Four-Wheel Low buttons for 10 seconds. 1. Set the parking brake and press and hold the The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the regular brake pedal.
Page 138: Parking Brake
Parking Brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can down with your right foot. Push down the parking overheat the brake system and cause premature brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 139: Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Into Park (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. (Automatic Transmission) 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go.
Page 140 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the Running (Automatic Transmission) parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 141: Shifting Out Of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Out of Park (P) If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up (Automatic Transmission) into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then, move the shift lever into the gear you want. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P)
Page 142: Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
Parking Your Vehicle Parking Over Things That Burn (Manual Transmission) CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear. Your or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL.
Page 143: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modiﬁed improperly. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into see or smell.
Page 144: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not CAUTION: fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 145: Mirrors
Mirrors CAUTION: Manual Rearview Mirror Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer Pull or push the tab under the mirror to adjust it to the case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, night or daytime setting. In the nightime setting, the glare even if your automatic transmission shift lever from headlamps behind the vehicle will be less intense.
Page 146: Temperature And Compass Display
Temperature and Compass Display Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy The automatic dimming mirror function is turned to turn the compass/temperature display on or off. on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the If the display reads CAL, you will need to calibrate following:...
Page 147: Compass Calibration
To adjust for compass variance do the following: 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desired zone number appears in the display. Release the 1. Find your current location and variance zone button. After approximately four seconds of number on the following zone map. inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in and the compass/temperature display will return.
Page 148: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
Passenger Airbag Indicator The mirror also includes a display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass reading and the The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag outside temperature will both appear in the display at the indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons.
Page 149: Compass Operation
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Compass Calibration The time period you need to press and hold the The compass may need calibration if one of the TEMP button to turn the automatic dimming feature on following occurs: or off is approximately eight seconds. The indicator •...
Page 150 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 151: Outside Manual Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Indicator Outside Camper-Type Mirrors The mirror may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. If the vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 152: Outside West Coast-Type Mirrors
Outside West Coast-Type Mirrors Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. If your vehicle is equipped with the west coast-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you. A.
Page 153: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with outside power If your vehicle is equipped camper-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you with power outside mirrors, can have a clear view of objects behind you. the controls are located on the driver’s door To extend the mirrors move the selector switch, located...
Page 154: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust; then press You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the dots located on the four-way control pad to adjust the following occurs: the mirror.
Page 155: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors CAUTION: If the vehicle has the memory package, the outside mirrors are able to perform the curb view assist mirror function. This feature will cause the passenger’s A convex mirror can make things (like other and/or driver’s mirror to tilt to a preselected position vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Page 156: Onstar System
® OnStar System Safe and Sound Plan • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite • technology, wireless communications, and state of Emergency Services the art call centers to provide you with a wide range •...
Page 157: Steering Wheel Controls
® ® OnStar Personal Calling OnStar Steering Wheel Controls ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling If your vehicle has steering wheel controls, they can ® capability is an available hands-free wireless phone be used to interact with the OnStar personal calling that is integrated into the vehicle.
Page 158: Homelink Wireless Control System
® ® HomeLink Wireless Control If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. System Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 159: Homelink Wireless Control System Operation
® HomeLink Wireless Control Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming. System Operation When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. ® Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”...
Page 160 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 or “Smart”...
Page 161: Using Homelink
® Gate Operator and Canadian Using HomeLink Programming ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter come on while the signal is being transmitted. signals to “time out”...
Page 162: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle ® 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button.
Page 163: Front Storage Area
Front Storage Area Tonneau Cover Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage If your vehicle is equipped with a tonneau cover, follow compartment in the front bench seat. the directions below to remove the cover. To open it, fold down the armrest and press the 1.
Page 164 3. Remove the three bows by gently pushing them against the spring-loaded end. The three bows are labeled front, center, rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them. A. Back rail D. Center bow B. Side rail E.
Page 165: Sunroof
4. To add cargo to the The sunroof control is box, remove all bows located on the overhead and the back rail console. Press the and stow them safely. rear of the control to open the sunroof to the vent position, then press the rear of the control again to express-open...
Page 166: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization 2. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner, lumbar, and side wing area, and both outside mirrors to your preference. Memory Seat 3. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds. A double chime will sound If your vehicle has this to let you know that the position has been stored.
Page 167: Easy Exit Seat
Easy Exit Seat To use the seat exit position, do one of the following: • If you have an automatic transmission, press The controls for this memory function are located on and release the exit button on the memory control the driver’s door.
Page 168 NOTES 2-80...
Page 169: Instrument Panel Overview
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Climate Controls ..........3-20 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Climate Control System .........3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Dual Climate Control System ......3-21 Horn .............3-6 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-24 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Outlet Adjustment .........3-29 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....3-30 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7...
Page 170 Section 3 Instrument Panel Four-Wheel-Drive Light ........3-47 AM-FM Radio ..........3-68 Tow/Haul Mode Light ........3-47 Radio with CD ..........3-71 Overdrive Disable (Allison Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-81 ® Transmission Only) ........3-47 Radio with Six-Disc CD .........3-95 Fuel Gage ...........3-48 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3-109 Low Fuel Warning Light .........3-48 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........3-120 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........3-122...
Page 171 NOTES...
Page 172: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown, Manual Transmission Version similar...
Page 173: Audio System(S)
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Dome Lamp Button. See Dome Lamps on page 3-17. M. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-13. B. Headlamp Controls. See Headlamps on page 3-13. N. Steering Wheel Control Buttons (If Equipped). C.
Page 174: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They steering wheel. also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Tilt Wheel If your vehicle is equipped with a tilt wheel, it will allow The hazard warning...
Page 175: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever • Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. • Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. For information on the headlamps, see Headlamps on page 3-13. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 176: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Flash-to-Pass As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
Page 177: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked wipes, hold the band on mist longer.
Page 178: Cruise Control
Cruise Control (Set): Press this button to set the speed. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about (Off): This position 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long turns the system off.
Page 179: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, CAUTION: disengages the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. If you leave your cruise control on when you Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you are not using cruise, you might hit a button can move the cruise control switch brieﬂy from on to...
Page 180 Increasing Speed While Using Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will •...
Page 181: Headlamps
Erasing Speed Memory The headlamp control has four positions: (Off): Turning the control to this position turns off When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic cruise control set speed memory is erased. headlamps.
Page 182: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp off, in LOCK, ACCESSORY, or a door is open.
Page 183 To turn off the automatic headlamp system, turn the If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic exterior lamps switch to the off position and then headlamp system will come on immediately. Once release. Turning off the automatic headlamp system you leave the garage, it will take approximately with the headlamp switch is not available for vehicles one minute for the automatic headlamp system to...
Page 184: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off. If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle, you will need to press the fog If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better vision lamp button again.
Page 185: Instrument Panel Brightness
Dome Lamp Override If your vehicle has this button, your vehicle may have the snow plow prep package. For further information see Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on (Dome Lamp Override): You can use the dome page 4-56. override button, located below the exterior lamps control, to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when Instrument Panel Brightness...
Page 186: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations. To turn the lamps on or off, press the button located next to the lamp. The lamps are ﬁxed and cannot be adjusted.
Page 187: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary from the plug because the power outlets are electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or designed for accessory power plugs only.
Page 188: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the temperature of the air ﬂowing into the passenger Climate Control System area. Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air.
Page 189: Dual Climate Control System
Turn the knob to the off position to turn off the fan. If (Defog): Airﬂow is delivered through the ﬂoor the knob is in off, outside air will still enter the vehicle outlets, the windshield defroster outlets and the side and will be directed based on the position of the window defroster outlets.
Page 190: Defogging And Defrosting
(Recirculation): The recirculation mode is used (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle. Use this air-conditioning system on or off. When the button mode to help prevent outside odors and/or dust is pressed, an indicator light will come on and the from entering your vehicle or to help cool the air inside system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside...
Page 191: Rear Window Defogger
< (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window windshield and the side window outlets, with only a defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button little air directed to the ﬂoor outlets. The air conditioning will come on to let you know that the rear window compressor will run automatically to dehumidify the defogger is activated.
Page 192: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control will always ﬂow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode. System See “Recirculation” later in this section. Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or With this system, you can control the heating, cooling increase the cabin temperature.
Page 193: Automatic Operation
Automatic Operation 2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. To ﬁnd your comfort setting, start with a 74°F (23°C) AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes active the system will control the inside temperature, the for the system to regulate.
Page 194: Manual Operation
If you press the mode button to select an air delivery (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate mode, the display will change to show you the selected control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, air mode delivery.
Page 195 Display Pressing this button also cancels the auto recirculation feature. To resume the auto recirculation function, press If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery the AUTO button. Each time the vehicle is started, the mode, the display will change to show you the selected system will revert to the auto recirculation function.
Page 196: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the ﬂoor and cooler air to the instrument (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air panel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, turn the conditioning (A/C) compressor on and off.
Page 197: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment If your vehicle has this feature, the lines you see on the Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side rear window warm the glass. The rear window of your instrument panel to direct the airﬂow. defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the Operation Tips rear window.
Page 198: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages on When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on your vehicle.
Page 199: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown. Canada, Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 200: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has Press the reset button, located on the instrument panel been driven, in either miles (used in the United States)
Page 201: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light Airbag Readiness Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument be provided for several seconds to remind people to panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The buckle their safety belts.
Page 202: Airbag Off Light
Airbag Off Light CAUTION: If the right front passenger’s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identiﬁed by the national government, that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag. In a crash, the airbag will not be able to inﬂate and help protect the person sitting there.
Page 203: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator CAUTION: If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, your rearview mirror will have a passenger airbag status indicator. If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system.
Page 204 Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger symbol to let you know the status of the right sensing system or the airbag off switch has turned off front passenger’s frontal airbag.
Page 205: Battery Warning Light
Battery Warning Light If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing If this light is displayed system. See your dealer for service. when the engine is running, you may have a problem with your...
Page 206: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds When your engine is not allow the charging system to create maximum power. running, but the ignition is You can only drive for a short time with the reading in RUN, this gage...
Page 207: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s With the ignition on, the brake system warning light will a problem.
Page 208: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Off Light Warning Light If you have the Traction Assist System, this light With the anti-lock brake should come on brieﬂy system, this light will come when you turn the ignition on when you start your to RUN.
Page 209: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working.
Page 210 See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49 for The following situations can cause the transmission to further information. operate at higher temperatures: • If your vehicle has an Allison transmission, and the ﬂuid Towing a trailer reaches temperatures of approximately 275°F (135°C) •...
Page 211: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires Check Engine Light with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission Your vehicle is equipped controls and may cause this light to come on.
Page 212: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. The following may prevent more serious damage to A few driving trips with the cap properly installed your vehicle: should turn the light off.
Page 213: Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Gage Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check...
Page 214: Maintenance Schedule
Security Light A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as This light ﬂashes when possible. See “OIL PRESSURE LOW” under DIC the vehicle security Warnings and Messages on page 3-52 and Engine Oil system is activated.
Page 215: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light Tow/Haul Mode Light This light will come on This light is displayed when the high-beam when the Tow/Haul mode headlamps are in use. has been activated. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-30. Four-Wheel-Drive Light Overdrive Disable (Allison ®...
Page 216: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. • At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the fuel gage indicated.
Page 217: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is located on the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer. The DIC buttons, if equipped, are located on the steering wheel. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy, customization features and warning/status messages.
Page 218: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays Trip B: Press the trip information button until TRIP B appears on the display. This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in either The Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on when the miles or kilometers.
Page 219: Fuel Information Button
To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the select Fuel Used: Press the fuel information button until button while TIMER is displayed. FUEL USED appears on the display. This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the Engine Hours: Press the trip information button until last reset of this menu item.
Page 220: Maintenance Schedule
DIC Warnings and Messages Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, use the fuel button to reach the ENGINE OIL LIFE screen and Warning messages are displayed on the Driver then press and hold the select button for ﬁve seconds Information Center (DIC) to notify the driver that the while ENGINE OIL LIFE is displayed.
Page 221: Battery Not Charging
BATTERY NOT CHARGING This reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on, the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled, and the On some vehicles, if the battery is not charging during passenger is still unbuckled and the passenger airbag is operation, this message will appear on the DIC.
Page 222: Check Oil Level
This message is an additional reminder to the Safety Have the electrical system checked by your GM dealer Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster. See immediately. See Battery Warning Light on page 3-37 Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-33 for more and Voltmeter Gage on page 3-38 for more information.
Page 223: Driver Door Ajar
DRIVER DOOR AJAR ENGINE OVERHEATED If the driver’s door is not fully closed, this message will If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe appear on the display and you will hear a chime. temperatures for operation, this message will appear in Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for the DIC and you will hear a chime.
Page 224: Keyfob X Battery Low
KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW LOW COOLANT LEVEL If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this If your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant level message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs sensor, this message will appear on the DIC if to be replaced in the transmitter.
Page 225: Oil Pressure Low
OIL PRESSURE LOW RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED (Allison ® Transmission Only) If low oil pressure levels occur, this message will be displayed on the DIC and a chime will sound. Stop the If the transmission is unable to shift into a selected vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate gear, this message will appear on the DIC.
Page 226: Service Air Bag
SERVICE 4WD (Four-Wheel-Drive) SERVICE AIR BAG If a problem occurs with the four-wheel-drive system, If there is a problem with the airbag system, this this message will appear on the DIC. If this message message will be displayed on the DIC. Have your appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the GM dealer inspect the system for problems.
Page 227: Service Brake System
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM CAUTION: If there is a problem with the brake system, this message will be displayed on the DIC. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the Your brake system may not be working vehicle.
Page 228: Service Ride Control
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL TRANS (Transmission) HOT IDLE ENGINE If a problem occurs with the suspension system, this message will appear on the DIC. If this message If the transmission ﬂuid in the vehicle gets hot, this appears, stop and turn off the vehicle. Restart the message will appear on the DIC along with a continuous vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display.
Page 229: Transmission Hot
TRANSMISSION HOT • Over-loading • Low transmission ﬂuid level If the transmission ﬂuid temperature becomes high, this message will appear on the DIC display. • High transmission ﬂuid level When the transmission enters the protection mode, you • Restricted air ﬂow to the radiator and the auxiliary may notice a change in the transmission shifting transmission oil cooler patterns.
Page 230: Dic Vehicle Customization
DIC Vehicle Customization LOCK DOORS: WITH SPEED: The doors will lock when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) for three seconds. Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program some features to one setting Choose one of the available options and press the based on your preference.
Page 231 UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY: The doors will not be DOOR LOCK DELAY: ON: The doors will not lock until unlocked automatically. ﬁve seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking Choose one of the available options and press the feature is in use.
Page 232: Unlock Feedback
LOCK FEEDBACK: HORN: The horn will chirp the UNLOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH: The parking lamps will second time you press the button with the lock symbol ﬂash each time you press the button with the unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter. symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the LOCK FEEDBACK: OFF: There will be no feedback...
Page 233 Easy Exit Seat The amount of time you choose will be the amount of time that the headlamps stay on after you turn off Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT the vehicle. If you choose off, the headlamps will turn appears in the display.
Page 234: Alarm Warning
CURB VIEW: PASSENGER: The passenger’s outside ALARM WARNING: HORN: The horn will chirp when mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted the alarm is active. into REVERSE (R). ALARM WARNING: LAMPS: The headlamps will ﬂash CURB VIEW: DRIVER: The driver’s outside mirror will when the alarm is active.
Page 235: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their particular language. English will be in English, Francais Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to will be in French and Espanol will be in Spanish. When your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, you see the language that you would like, release both CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make buttons.
Page 236: Setting The Time For Radios Without Radio
Setting the Time for Radios without AM-FM Radio Radio Data Systems (RDS) Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display. There is an initial two-second delay before the clock goes into time-set mode.
Page 237: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) can be AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by or AM. The display will show the selection. performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations.
Page 238: Radio Messages
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting ﬁve seconds for the display that function or by waiting ﬁve seconds for the display...
Page 239: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available.
Page 240: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases. and off.
Page 241 © ¨ 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered SCAN : Press and hold either the SCAN or the pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever that TYPE arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 242 To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle To adjust the balance or fade to the middle position, position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone while it is displayed, push the AUDIO knob, then push it or speaker control is displayed.
Page 243 4. To go to another station within that PTY and the press and hold BAND for two seconds. AF ON will PTY is displayed, press either the TYPE or the appear on the display. The radio may switch to stations SEEK arrows once.
Page 244: Rds Messages
RDS Messages Radio Messages INFO (Information): If the current station has a CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has message, the information symbol will appear on the been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If display. Press this button to see the message. The CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio message may display the artist, song title, call in phone has not been conﬁgured properly for the vehicle and...
Page 245 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 246 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this time message available on this channel.
Page 247: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Notice: If you add paper labels to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to Insert a CD part way into the slot, label side up. The play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 248 © ¨ 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to SCAN : Press and hold either the SCAN or the quickly reverse within a track. Press and hold this TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at appears on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 249: Radio With Cassette And Cd
CD Messages Radio with Cassette and CD If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
Page 250 Radio Data System (RDS) XM™ Satellite Radio Service The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the RDS features are available for use only on FM stations 48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers that broadcast RDS information.
Page 251 © ¨ For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in SEEK : Press either the SEEK or the TYPE XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and information related to the current song or channel: stay there.
Page 252 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programed or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the increase or to decrease.
Page 253: Rds And Xm
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 254 Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) SCAN: Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs 1. Press the TYPE button to activate program type (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the select mode.
Page 255 RDS Messages Radio Messages INFO (Information): If the current station has a CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has message, the information symbol will appear on the been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If display. Press this button to see the message. The CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio message may display the artist, song title, call in phone has not been conﬁgured properly for the vehicle and...
Page 256 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 257 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name No category information is available at this time on this not available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this time message available on this channel.
Page 258: Playing A Cassette Tape
Playing a Cassette Tape 1 PREV (Previous): The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for The tape player is built to work best with tapes that are previous to work. Press this pushbutton to go to up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 259: Cassette Tape Messages
4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to quickly TAPE DISC: Press this button to play a cassette tape or advance the tape. The radio will play while the CD when listening to the radio. The inactive tape or CD tape advances. Press this pushbutton again to return to will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
Page 260: Cd Adapter Kits
Playing a CD If the cassette tape is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cassette. Insert a CD part way into the slot, label side up. The If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 261 Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to in the CD player. quickly reverse within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at Notice: If you add paper labels to a CD, insert more six times the normal playing speed.
Page 262 © ¨ CD Messages SCAN : Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio following reasons: will go to the next track, play for 10 seconds, then go •...
Page 263: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Listening to a DVD Radio with Six-Disc CD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle’s speakers.
Page 264 Radio Data System (RDS) XM™ Satellite Radio Service The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the RDS features are available for use only on FM stations 48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers that broadcast RDS information.
Page 265 © ¨ For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in SEEK : Press either the SEEK or the TYPE XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and information related to the current song or channel: stay there.
Page 266 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programed or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the increase or to decrease.
Page 267 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 268 Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press and hold either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows for These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. Up to two seconds, and the radio will begin scanning the 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on stations in the PTY.
Page 269 RDS Messages Radio Messages INFO (Information): If the current station has a CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If button to see the message. The message may display CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 270 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 271 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name No category information is available at this time on this not available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this time message available on this channel.
Page 272 Playing a CD If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the LOAD: Press this button to load CDs into the CD player, it will stay in the player.
Page 273 To load more than one CD but less than six, complete 2. Once the light stops ﬂashing, REMOVE CD # will Steps 1 through 3. When ﬁnished loading CDs, appear on the display. The CD will eject and can press the LOAD button to cancel the loading function. be removed.
Page 274 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQ (Forward): Press and hold this button to to select the equalization setting while playing a CD. advance quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a The equalization will be stored whenever a CD is played. reduced volume.
Page 275: Using Song List Mode
INFO (Information): Press this knob to see how long 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button to save the current track has been playing. To change the the track into memory. When SONG LIST is default on the display, track or elapsed time, press the pressed, one beep will be heard immediately.
Page 276 CD Messages 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two seconds. When SONG LIST is pressed, one beep will be heard immediately. After CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display two seconds of continuously pressing the SONG and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the LIST button, two beeps will be heard to conﬁrm that following reasons:...
Page 277: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Listening to a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will (RSE) system. The RSE system includes a DVD appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD player, a video display screen, two sets of wireless is available and can be listened to through your...
Page 278: Stereo Rca Jacks
Headphones Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones. 1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the left side of the headphone earpiece. Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones 2.
Page 279: Audio Output
Audio Output To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded RCA Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the heard through the following possible sources: RSE system power on.
Page 280: Dvd Player
Video Screen The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when Retained The video screen is located in the overhead console. To Accessory Power (RAP) is active. use the video screen, push forward on the release The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with latch and the screen will fold down.
Page 281 (Main DVD Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu. After making a selection press the enter button. This button only operates when playing a DVD.
Page 282: Remote Control
Playing a Disc Ejecting a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side Press the eject button on the DVD player faceplate up into the loading slot. The DVD player will continue to eject the disc. There is not an eject button on loading the disc and the player will automatically start, the remote control.
Page 283 Remote Control Buttons (Set-up Menu): Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression. The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs. (Audio): Press this button to display a menu that will only appear when a DVD is being played.
Page 284 1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad (Camera Angle): Press this button to change provides you with the capability of direct chapter, camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a title, and track number selection. DVD is playing. The format and content of this function will vary for each disc.
Page 285 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be To change the batteries, do the following: in on or accessory. 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on The parental control the bottom of the remote control. button might have been turned on.
Page 286 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode, the Check the auxiliary input After stopping the player, If the stop button was picture moves or scrolls. connections at both I push Play but pressed one time, the devices. sometimes the DVD DVD player will resume Change the Video starts where I left off and...
Page 287: Dvd Messages
DVD Messages Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, The following errors may be displayed on the headphone audio cuts low batteries, reception video screen: out or buzzes. range, and interference from cellular telephone Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if a towers or by using your disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not readable, cellular telephone in...
Page 288: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) There may be an experience with audio distortion in the This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any wireless headphones when operating cellular phones, of the sources: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs. scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning Systems However, the rear seat passengers can only control the (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
Page 289 SRC (Source): Press this button to select a source: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs. SEEK : When listening to FM1, FM2, or AM, press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio.
Page 290: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Audio Steering Wheel Controls When a CD is playing, press this button to go to the beginning of the CD. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD. When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer, press this button to select the next CD, if multiple CDs are loaded.
Page 291: Radio Reception
Radio Reception PROG (Program): Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to especially at night.
Page 292: Care Of The Cassette Tape Player
Care of the Cassette Tape Player When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause tape detection feature on the radio may recognize it as a reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged broken tape, in error.
Page 293: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of the CD and DVD Player After the player is cleaned, press and hold the eject button for ﬁve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display --- or CLEANED to show the The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, indicator was reset.
Page 294: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
XM™ Satellite Radio Chime Level Adjustment Antenna System The radio is the vehicle chime producer. To change the volume level, press and hold pushbutton 6 with the The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof ignition on and the radio power off. The chime volume of your vehicle.
Page 295: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-39 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-40 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-41 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-42 Braking ............4-5 Winter Driving ..........4-44 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6...
Page 296: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to Your Vehicle help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
Page 297 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces never drive after drinking.
Page 298 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision have a lower relative percentage of body water increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this 0.05 percent or above.
Page 299: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking CAUTION: Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your judgment can be affected by even a small foot and do it.
Page 300: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive When you start your engine and begin to drive away, in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while mistake.
Page 301 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 302: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you The traction control system is enabled every time your need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always vehicle is started. The system will activate if it senses decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply lose traction.
Page 303 The traction off light will come on under the following The Traction Assist System, as delivered from the conditions: factory, will automatically come on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in • The Traction Assist System is turned off, either by slippery road conditions, you should always leave the pressing the TAS on/off button, located on the system on.
Page 304: Manual Selectable Ride
Manual Selectable Ride If desired, for a vehicle with QUADRASTEER™, you can change the TAS automatic engagement feature so that the system will not come on automatically when The main function of this system is to provide superior the engine is started. To do so: ride comfort while trailering or fully loaded, as well as for unloaded driving.
Page 305: Locking Rear Axle
It is recommended to use this system as follows: FIRM (Loaded): Press the button to activate this setting, the indicator light will be lit. Use this setting to • For optimum ride comfort in an unloaded vehicle minimize trailer inputs to the vehicle or when the vehicle the button should be out.
Page 306: Steering Tips
Steering Tips Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds Driving on Curves are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you will want to go slower. It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Page 307: Quadrasteer
QUADRASTEER™ The QUADRASTEER™ System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information. If your vehicle is equipped with the 4-Wheel Steer system, it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all four wheels.
Page 308 4: In this mode, all four wheels will help steer the vehicle. If you want to use 4, and your vehicle is not in this mode, press the button, until the 4 indicator, located to the right of the 4-Wheel Steer button, comes on and stays on.
Page 309 (4-Wheel Steer Tow Mode): When towing a trailer, the 4-wheel steer tow mode provides enhanced stability allowing the trailer to follow the path of the tow vehicle more closely, especially during lane changes. In this mode the system operates much like the 4 mode, but is enhanced for trailer towing.
Page 310: Off-Road Recovery
Car Washes for QUADRASTEER™ Off-Road Recovery Equipped Vehicles You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped Notice: Because your vehicle has a wider rear off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you track a small number of older car washes may be are driving.
Page 311: Passing
Passing • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a one thing, following too closely reduces your area two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, of vision, especially if you are following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then...
Page 312: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out Let us review what driving experts say about what of the right lane to pass. When you are far happens when the three control systems —...
Page 313: Off-Road Driving With Your
Off-Road Driving with Your If you have the Traction Assist System (TAS), remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. See Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Traction Assist System (TAS) on page 4-8. If you do not have this system, or if the system is off, then This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your drive.
Page 314 1. Insert a tool into the push-pin slot and pull downward until the push-pin snaps loose. 2. While continuing to pull The front bumper lower air dam is held in place by a downward on the series of push-pins located around the lower edge of the push-pin, squeeze and front bumper.
Page 315 3. Pull the push-pins and To reinstall the lower air dam, do the following: lower dam assembly 1. Line up each push-pin away from the retainers with its intended until the lower dam retainer and push the is free. washer portion of the push-pin toward the retainer until it locks into place.
Page 316 Before You Go Off-Roading CAUTION: There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than underbody shields (if equipped) are properly attached.
Page 317: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going recreation. However, it also raises environmental to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every route.
Page 318: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep of terrain.
Page 319: Driving On Off-Road Hills
Driving on Off-Road Hills When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hill.
Page 320: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend need to take some special steps.
Page 321 • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. is about to stall, and I cannot make it up • the hill? Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there.
Page 322 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay are about to stall, when going up a hill. clear of the path the vehicle would take if it •...
Page 323: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain Heavy braking when going down a hill can vehicle control? cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and a serious •...
Page 324: Driving Across An Incline
Also, driving across an incline puts more weight on Am I likely to stall when going downhill? the downhill wheels. This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here is what to do.
Page 325: Stalling On An Incline
What if I am driving across an incline that is not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 326: Driving In Water
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice CAUTION: When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels will not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you will need longer Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can braking distances.
Page 327 After Off-Road Driving If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also underbody, chassis or under the hood.
Page 328: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 329: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little.
Page 330 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy CAUTION: rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 331: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 332: City Driving
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips City Driving • Turn on your low-beam headlamps — not just your parking lamps — to help make you more visible to others. • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle.
Page 333: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 334: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you The exit speed is usually posted. drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not traffic.
Page 335: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? all windows clean inside and outside? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it •...
Page 336: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-19 for information about driving off-road.
Page 337 • Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide CAUTION: or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the •...
Page 338: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 339 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing, or loose snow — drive with caution. If you have the traction assist system (TAS), it will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to.
Page 340: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brake system (ABS) improves your Here are some things to do to summon help and keep vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a yourself and your passengers safe: slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will want •...
Page 341 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 342: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Mud, Ice or Snow First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI.
Page 343: Recovery Hooks
Recovery Hooks CAUTION: Your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. The hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you are stuck off-road and need to be These hooks, when used, are under a lot of pulled to some place where you can continue driving.
Page 344: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 345: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of size of the original equipment tires (C) and the cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more the “XXX”...
Page 346 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 1 = for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (136 kg) (68 kg) ×...
Page 347 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation/Tire label is found on the Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) (91 kg) × 5 = rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 348 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross CAUTION: Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 349 Two-Tiered Loading If you put things inside your vehicle—like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else—they go as fast as the By positioning four 2 inches (5 cm) by 6 inches (15 cm) vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if wooden planks across the width of the pickup box, there is a crash, they’ll keep going.
Page 350: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar Equipment
Add-On Equipment Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your Before installing a snow plow on your vehicle, here are vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy some things you will need to know: and install the new equipment.
Page 351 Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snow How heavy can a snow plow safely be? plow on your vehicle: The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many • Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles things, such as: does not exceed the axle rating for each.
Page 352 In order to calculate the amount of weight any front What is front axle reserve capacity, and how do accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front I calculate it? axle, use the following formula: Front axle reserve capacity is the difference between your front gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the front axle weight of your vehicle with full fuel and passengers.
Page 353 For example, adding a 700 lb (318 kg) snow plow actually adds more than 700 lbs (318 kg) to the front CAUTION: axle. Using the formula, if the snow plow is 4 ft (122 cm) in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft (305 cm), then: On some vehicles equipped with certain front W = 700 lb (318 kg)
Page 354 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions What is total vehicle reserve capacity? Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep package This is the difference between your GVWR and the also have an emergency roof lamp provision package, weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers. It RPO TRW.
Page 355: Truck-Camper Loading Information
Truck-Camper Loading Information This label is inside your glove box. It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide-in camper, how much of a load your vehicle can carry, and how to correctly spread out your load. Also, it will help you match the right slide-in camper to your vehicle.
Page 356 Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle-camper match. He’ll also help you determine your CWR. After you’ve loaded your vehicle and camper, drive to a weigh station and weigh the front and rear wheels separately.
Page 357: Pickup Conversion To Chassis Cab
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab Recreational Vehicle Towing General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle consider having the pickup box removed and a behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. commercial or recreational body installed.
Page 358: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Equipped with Transfer Case (NP1, NP2 and NP8) Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Notice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 359: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the CAUTION: Ground) Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfer Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) for the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission an automatic transmission, or if your vehicle is could be damaged.
Page 360 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles CAUTION: Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission, or if your vehicle is in gear, for a manual transmission. You or others could be injured.
Page 361 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Ground) Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear: Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 1. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly. Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear: 2.
Page 362: Trailer Recommendations
You’ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way, and if you choose the CAUTION: correct hitch and trailer brakes. For more information, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-68. Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to Towing a Trailer roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) for...
Page 363: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
• To identify the vehicle trailering capacity of your vehicle, Then, during the ﬁrst 500 miles (800 km) that you you should read the information in “Weight of the tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) Trailer” that appears later in this section. and don’t make starts at full throttle.
Page 364: Weight Of The Trailer
Automatic transmission equipped vehicles are provided Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul when lightly loaded with a button at the end of the shift lever which when or with no trailer at all will not cause damage. However, pressed enables Tow/Haul. When the button is pressed, there is no beneﬁt to the selection of Tow/Haul when a light on the instrument panel will illuminate to the vehicle is unloaded.
Page 365 Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the Above the 5,000 lb (2 268 kg) trailer rating, the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required handling/trailering suspension is required on trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional C-1500 models and the handling/trailering or off-road equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle suspension is required on K-1500 models.
Page 366 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)* 4,600 lbs (2 087 kg) 9,500 lbs (4 309 kg) 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.23 5,100 lbs (2 313 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.23 3,600 lbs (1 633 kg) 8,500 lbs (3 859 kg)
Page 367 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-1500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 5300 V8 3.23 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) Fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended for this vehicle Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight...
Page 368 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (2WD)* 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.23 5,800 lbs (2 631 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 994 kg) 3.73 6,800 lbs (3 084 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 448 kg) 3.23 3,800 lbs (1 724 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 086 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73...
Page 369 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)* 3.42 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4.10 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg)** 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) 3.42 4,700 lbs (2 132 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 535 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 4.10...
Page 370 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)* 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.73 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 082 kg) 3.42 6,900 lbs (3 130 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg)
Page 371 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,600 lbs (4 808 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg)
Page 372 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (2WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 491 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg)
Page 373 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg)
Page 374 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,600 lbs (4 354 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel...
Page 375 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Regular Cab (4WD) 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,800 lbs (4 445 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg)
Page 376 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Crew Cab (4WD)* 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,100 lbs (4 128 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 264 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 9,400 lbs (4 264 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg)
Page 377: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 378 Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch extension Carrying Hitches that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle. This will help reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle.
Page 379: Safety Chains
If you will be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will extensions and sliding ﬁfth wheel hitch assemblies weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be sure to use a can help this condition. There should be at least properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway six inches of clearance between the top of the pickup control of the proper size.
Page 380: Driving With A Trailer
Trailer Brakes Driving with a Trailer If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs (900 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes – and they must be CAUTION: adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly.
Page 381: Following Distance
Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
Page 382: Making Turns
Making Turns Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift could cause the trailer to come in contact with the down, you might have to use your brakes so much that vehicle.
Page 383: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant at high altitudes will boil at a lower temperature than at low or near sea level altitudes. If you turn your engine off CAUTION: immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs similar to...
Page 384 When You Are Ready to Leave After 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in Parking on a Hill NEUTRAL. 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down 6.
Page 385: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4 for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission ﬂuid (don’t overﬁll), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system.
Page 386 Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness The eight-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Package • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Taillamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Light Blue: CHMSL* • Red: Battery Feed** •...
Page 387 Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Package The eight-wire camper harness is located under the front edge of the pickup box on the driver’s side of the vehicle, attached to the frame bracket. A connector will have to be added to the wiring harness which connects to the camper.
Page 388 Electric Brake Control Jumper CAUTION: Be sure to use only the correct trailer brake harness, the one intended for use on your vehicle. If you use some other trailer brake harness, even if it seems to ﬁt, your trailer brakes may not work at all. You could have a crash in which you or others could be injured.
Page 389 Four-Wire Harness Adapter This adapter is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. Use this adapter to connect a standard four-way round pin connector to the seven-wire harness on Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up (see arrow).
Page 390 Auxiliary Battery The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery. The auxiliary battery provision can be used to supply Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions electrical power to additional equipment that you that are included with any electrical equipment that may choose to add, such as a slide-in camper.
Page 391: Power Take-Off (Pto)
Power Take-Off (PTO) To engage a PTO on a vehicle with an automatic transmission do the following: Before using a Power Take-Off (PTO), if equipped, refer 1. For stationary use shift the transmission into to the manufacturer’s or installer’s instructions. PARK (P).
Page 392 Preset Mode: PTO speed control mode is used for To use PTO speed control in variable mode (while stationary applications. (PTO will remain engaged while stationary) do the following: mobile in the preset mode, however PTO set and 1. Engage the PTO. resume speed controls will be inoperative.) This mode 2.
Page 393 Step-Bumper Pad All engine speed values listed above are factory preset values. With the exception of the TCC lockup speed Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step (1,100 rpm) and the “tap” increment (100 rpm), all pad at the center of the bumper.
Page 394 NOTES 4-100...
Page 395: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-4 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....5-37 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-5 Engine Overheating ........5-37 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Overheated Engine Protection Operating Your Vehicle ..........5-6 Mode (V8 Engines Only) ......5-39 Cooling System ..........5-40 Fuel ..............5-6 Engine Fan Noise .........5-45...
Page 396 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Pickup Box Identiﬁcation and Fender Marker Appearance Care ..........5-108 Lamps .............5-66 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-109 Taillamps .............5-66 Fabric/Carpet ..........5-110 Replacement Bulbs ........5-68 Leather ............5-111 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ....5-69 Plastic Surfaces ........5-111 Tires ..............5-70 Care of Safety Belts ........5-112...
Page 397 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Electrical System ..........5-119 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......5-120 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-119 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....5-122 Windshield Wiper Fuses .......5-119 Underhood Fuse Block ........5-123 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-119 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ......5-128 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-119...
Page 398: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 399: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 400: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Gasoline Your Vehicle The 8th digit of your vehicle identiﬁcation number (VIN) shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes your Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can engine. You will ﬁnd the VIN at the top left of the affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 401: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane Gasoline Speciﬁcations For all except vehicles with the 6.0L V8 (VIN Code N) It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations engine, use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted which were developed by automobile manufacturers octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 402: Additives
Additives Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States system and also damage the plastic and rubber are now required to contain additives that will help parts.
Page 403: Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E-85) pump available. The U. S. Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website The 8th digit of your vehicle identiﬁcation number (VIN) (http://www.afdc.doe.gov/refueling_mapsite.shtml) that shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes your can help you ﬁnd E-85 fuel.
Page 404: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Filling the Tank E-85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you will need to reﬁll your fuel tank more often when using E-85 than when you are using gasoline. Regular unleaded gasoline is recommended when pulling a CAUTION: trailer.
Page 405 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This last turn as you loosen it.
Page 406: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from An electric fan under the hood can start up the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and injure you even when the engine is not You can be badly burned and your vehicle running.
Page 407: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille.
Page 408: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 4300 V6 engine, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 409 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Cleaner/Filter on page 5-25. Fluid on page 5-45. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine I. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (GND). See Jump Coolant on page 5-35 and Coolant Surge Tank Starting on page 5-51.
Page 410 When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC™ 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), here is what you will see: 5-16...
Page 411 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (GND). See Jump Cleaner/Filter on page 5-25. Starting on page 5-51. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Coolant on page 5-35 and Coolant Surge Tank Fluid on page 5-45.
Page 412 When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-18...
Page 413 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (GND). See Jump Cleaner/Filter on page 5-25. Starting on page 5-51. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine I. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on Coolant on page 5-35 and Coolant Surge Tank page 5-51.
Page 414: Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil” in get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil ®...
Page 415: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap.
Page 416: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst...
Page 417: Engine Oil Additives
® GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can your vehicle. vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the oil is changed.
Page 418: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil What to Do with Used Oil Life System Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 419: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the Indicator engine air cleaner/ﬁlter and Locate the air ﬁlter restriction indicator on the engine air the air ﬁlter restriction cleaner/ﬁlter cover.
Page 420 Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter and Resetting the Air Filter Restriction Indicator 3. Remove the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 4. Clean the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter sealing surfaces 1.
Page 421: How To Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid CAUTION: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter department. off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 422: Checking The Fluid Level
• To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to lever through each gear range, pausing for about 200°F (82°C to 93°C). three seconds in each range.
Page 423: How To Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-14. Add ﬂuid only after checking the transmission ﬂuid while it is hot. A cold check is used only as a reference. If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 424: Allison Transmission
Automatic Transmission Fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission ﬂuid level if you have been driving: ® (Allison Transmission • When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). When to Check and Change Automatic • At high speed for quite a while. Transmission Fluid •...
Page 425 Hot Check Procedure Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Cold Check Procedure The ﬂuid must be hot to ensure an accurate check. The ﬂuid level rises as the temperature increases. The purpose of the cold check is to determine if the 1.
Page 426: Manual Transmission Fluid
Consistency of Readings Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission ﬂuid may damage your vehicle, and the damages Always check the ﬂuid level at least twice using the may not be covered by your warranty. Always procedures described previously. Consistency use the automatic transmission ﬂuid listed in (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline...
Page 427 How to Check Manual Then, follow these steps: Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading.
Page 428: Hydraulic Clutch
How to Add Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check and What to Use Here is how to add ﬂuid. Refer to the Maintenance The clutch master cylinder Schedule to determine what kind of ﬂuid to use. See reservoir is located in the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) rear of the engine on page 6-14.
Page 429: Engine Coolant
How to Check and Add Fluid A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: The proper ﬂuid should be added if the level does not Give freezing protection down to −34°F (−37°C). • reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it is in place in •...
Page 430: What To Use
What to Use If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® Notice: If you use the proper coolant, you do not one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim...
Page 431: Adding Coolant
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant sensor and the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on, it means you are low on engine Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly coolant.
Page 432: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See Overheated Engine CAUTION: Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-39 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 433: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only)
Overheated Engine Protection If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. If an overheated engine condition exists and the If the warning continues, pull over, stop, park, and fast REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, an...
Page 434: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan 8100 V8 Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B.
Page 435 CAUTION: CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine and injure you even when the engine is not parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away you do, you can be burned.
Page 436 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant If your vehicle is equipped with an engine-driven cooling fan, start the engine again and see if the fan speed Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down.
Page 437 CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot system can be dangerous. Plain water, or engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil and it will burn if the engine parts are hot before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 438 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start to the FULL COLD mark. the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 439: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise Power Steering Fluid If your vehicle is equipped with a clutched engine See Engine Compartment cooling fan, when the clutch is engaged, the fan spins Overview on page 5-14 for faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In reservoir location.
Page 440: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: What to Use 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read cool down.
Page 441: Brakes
Brakes Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, Brake Fluid follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Your brake master cylinder • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. reservoir is ﬁlled with Water can cause the solution to freeze and DOT-3 brake ﬂuid.
Page 442: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. when your linings are worn, then you will have too much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings.
Page 443: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help Your vehicle has front disc brakes and may have rear keep dirt from entering the reservoir. drum brakes or rear disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make CAUTION: a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads...
Page 444: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations.
Page 445: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage CAUTION: If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous running down.
Page 446 2. If you have a vehicle with a diesel engine with 4. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug two batteries (or more), you should know before unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette you begin that, especially in cold weather, you may lighter or accessory power outlets.
Page 447 On V6 engines the remote negative (−) terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory CAUTION: drive bracket where it is marked GND (Ground). See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on the location of the Fans or other moving engine parts can injure remote positive (+) and remote negative (−) you badly.
Page 448 7. Connect the red 10. Do not let the other end touch anything until the positive (+) cable to the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable positive (+) terminal does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy of the vehicle with the unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle with dead battery.
Page 449: Rear Axle
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 450: How To Check Lubricant
How to Check Lubricant • The proper level for the 1500HD Series, 2500 Series, 2500HD, and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1/2 inch (0 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. • The proper level for the 1500 and 2500 Series vehicles with QUADRASTEER™...
Page 451: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. There are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 452: Front Axle
When to Change Lubricant How to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 453: Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited
Noise Control System If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the front axle, you may need to add some lubricant: Tampering with Noise Control • When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant System Prohibited to raise the level to 0 to 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) below the ﬁller plug hole.
Page 454: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below. For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Insulation: Replacement Bulbs on page 5-68. • Removal of the noise shields or any underhood For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this insulation.
Page 455: Headlamps
Headlamps To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. If your vehicle has one pin on the headlamp assembly, remove the pin. To remove the pin, turn the pin up and pull it out straight out.
Page 456: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp 3. Pull the headlamp assembly out. A. Sidemarker Lamp 4. Unplug the electrical connector. B. Retainer Clip 5. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it C.
Page 457: Roof Marker Lamps
7. Install a new bulb into the bulb socket. 8. Insert the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 9. Reinstall the turn signal assembly back into the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes ﬁrst, then the outer side into the retainer bracket until you hear a click.
Page 458 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place. 2. Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps. 3. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket. 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 5-64...
Page 459: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) And Cargo Lamp
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp To replace a center high-mounted stoplamp (CHMSL) bulb, do the following: A. Cargo Lamps B. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulbs 1. Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly. 2. Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs.
Page 460: Pickup Box Identiﬁcation And Fender Marker Lamps
Taillamps 4. If a CHMSL bulb is replaced, put the new bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight. To replace a taillamp bulb, do the following: If a cargo lamp is replaced, put a new cargo lamp bulb into the socket and press it in until it is 1.
Page 461 3. Determine which of the following taillamp assembly applies to your vehicle. A. Stoplamp B. Turn Signal C. Back-up Lamp 4. Press the release tab, A. Stoplamp if equipped, and turn the bulb socket B. Turn Signal Lamp counterclockwise to C.
Page 462: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs 6. Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly. Exterior Lamp Bulb Number 7. Reinstall the taillamp assembly. Back-up Lamp 3157 Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) Back-up Lamp* 1156 Cargo Lamp A.
Page 463: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-17.
Page 464: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Overinﬂated tires are more likely to be about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, cut, punctured or broken by a sudden see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 465: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC Useful information about a tire is molded into the speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC sidewall.
Page 466 speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) Dual Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual conﬁguration. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-76 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-50.
Page 467: Tire Size
Tire Size (A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letters LT as The following examples show the different parts of a the ﬁrst two characters in the tire size means a light tire size.
Page 468: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing without passengers and cargo. outward on each square inch of the tire.
Page 469 Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose of a tire. vehicles. Maximum Inﬂation Pressure: The maximum air Recommended Inﬂation Pressure: Vehicle pressure to which a cold tire may be inﬂated.
Page 470: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes effectively. called “wear bars,” that show across the tread of a tire Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains.
Page 471: How To Check
How to Check A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire door lock post (striker). This label lists your vehicle’s pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 472: Dual Tire Operation
Dual Tire Operation Tire Inspection and Rotation When the vehicle is new, or whenever a wheel, wheel Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles bolt or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque (8 000 to 13 000 km). after 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles (160, 1 600 and Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as 10 000 km) of driving.
Page 473 If your vehicle has single rear wheels and the tread If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires, design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires, use the rotation pattern shown here when rotating always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown your tires.
Page 474 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread CAUTION: design for the front tires is different from the dual rear tires, always use Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to the correct rotation which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts pattern shown here when become loose after a time.
Page 475: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at One way to tell when it’s the Certiﬁcation/Tire label. See Loading Your Vehicle time for new tires is to on page 4-50, for more information about this check the treadwear Certiﬁcation/Tire label and where it can be found on...
Page 476 Whenever you replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same CAUTION: size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after CAUTION: many miles of driving.
Page 477: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 478: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Replacement The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted representing the tire’s resistance to the generation or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.
Page 479: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. It could affect the braking and dangerous. You cannot know how it has been handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose used or how far it has been driven.
Page 480: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your vehicle’s wheels. If your vehicle has dual wheels or P265/75R16, If you do ﬁnd traction devices that will ﬁt, LT265/75R16, P265/70R17 or P275/55R20 size install them on the rear tires.
Page 481: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a maintenance or repairs is dangerous without...
Page 482: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning ﬂashers. To be even more certain the vehicle won’t move, you can put blocks at the front and rear CAUTION: of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 483: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Extended Cab Regular Cab and Crew Cab (Except 1500 Crew Cab) 5-89...
Page 484 2. Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder. 3. Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise. 4. Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 485 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two jack handle extensions (I) as shown. 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (F) of the extension through the hole (G) in the rear bumper. A. Spare Tire (Valve Stem G. Hoist Shaft Pointed Down) Access Hole B.
Page 486 4. Turn the wheel wrench (H) counterclockwise to 6. Tilt the retainer (D) at lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to the end of the cable turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be when the tire has been pulled out from under the vehicle.
Page 487: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and 1. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen Installing the Spare Tire them by turning the wheel wrench Use the following pictures and instructions to remove counterclockwise. the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle. If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened.
Page 488 If the wheel has a smooth center cap, place the 2. Use and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on to loosen the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheel the wheel, and gently pry out. nuts yet.
Page 489 If you have added a snow plow to the front of your vehicle, lower the snow plow fully before raising the vehicle. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed.
Page 490 Front Position — All Other Models Front Position — 2WD 1500 Series 5-96...
Page 491 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. Rear Position 4. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
Page 492 7. Install the spare tire. CAUTION: CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If become loose after a time. The wheel could you do, the nuts might come loose.
Page 493 Front Position — All Models Front Position — 2WD 1500 Series 5-99...
Page 494 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 495: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down.
Page 496 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wrench the following: counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-89.
Page 497 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel center of the spare tire. wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the 10.
Page 498 12. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench 14. Tilt the retainer (D) at counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the the end of the cable spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by and pull it through the cable.
Page 499: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. A.
Page 500 Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle tire carrier. Use the following art and text to assist you: with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2.
Page 501 4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise 7.
Page 502: Appearance Care
Spare Tire Appearance Care Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inﬂated spare tire. Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its Other cleaning products can burst into ﬂames if a match inﬂation pressure regularly.
Page 503: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Do not use any of these products unless this manual When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners says you can. In many uses, these will damage speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. the vehicle: Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended.
Page 504 Fabric/Carpet Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister remove a soil from any interior surface.
Page 505: Leather
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial Plastic Surfaces upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation remove dust.
Page 506: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Washing Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it CAUTION: clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 507: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 508: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength their luster.
Page 509: Sheet Metal Damage
Tires The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing them because you could damage the surface.
Page 510: Chemical Paint Spotting
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and will corrode quickly and may develop into major attack painted surfaces on the vehicle.
Page 511: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior surface contamination. Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, and protects ﬁnish.
Page 512: Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) speciﬁcations and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 513: Electrical System
Electrical System Power Windows and Other Power Options Add-On Electrical Equipment Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst.
Page 514: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index ﬁnger and pull straight out. Fuses Usage You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse...
Page 515 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage HTR A/C Climate Control System Left Turn Signals and LT TRN Sidemarkers Power Door Lock Relay LOCK (Relay) (Lock Function) Vehicle Stoplamps, Brake VEH STOP Module, Electronic Throttle HVAC 1 Climate Control System Control Module Driver’s Door Harness L DOOR RT TRLR ST/TRN Right Turn Signal/Stop Trailer...
Page 516: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Device Usage UPFIT Upﬁtter (Not Used) The center instrument panel utility block is located Ride Control Harness underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the SL RIDE Connection steering column. HDLR 2 Headliner Wiring Connector BODY Body Wiring Connector DEFOG...
Page 517: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index ﬁnger and pull straight out. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on its location. The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the battery.
Page 518 5-124...
Page 519 *1 — Gasoline Engine and Diesel Engine. Fuses Usage *2 — Gasoline Engine; ECMRPV — Diesel Engine. VSES/ECAS Vehicle Stability IGN A Ignition Power *3 — Gasoline Engine; FUEL HT — Diesel Engine. IGN B Ignition Power *4 — Gasoline Engine; ECM I — Diesel Engine. Left Bussed Electrical Center, *5 —...
Page 520 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage IGN 1 Ignition Relay SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition Electronic Throttle Control, HI HDLP-LT High Beam Headlamp-Left ETC/ECM Electronic Brake Controller LH HID Not Used Instrument Panel Cluster, Air Daytime Running Lamps Conditioning Relay, Turn...
Page 521 Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuses Usage Fuse Block LO HDLP-RT Headlamp Low Beam-Right FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay The auxiliary electric FOG LP Fog Lamps cooling fan fuse block is HORN Horn Relay located in the engine Windshield Washer compartment on the W/S WASH Pump Relay driver’s side of the vehicle...
Page 522: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-14 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.6 lbs 0.7 kg Cooling System VORTEC™...
Page 523 Capacities Application English Metric VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Automatic* 26.9 qt 25.5 L VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Automatic** — — VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Manual* 27.1 qt 25.6 L VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Manual** — — * Engine Fan Driven cooling system ** Electric Cooling Fan system Engine Oil with Filter 4300 V6 4.5 qt...
Page 524 Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Automatic VORTEC™ 4300 V6 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) Manual VORTEC™ 5300 V8 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) Automatic VORTEC™ 4800 V8 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) Manual VORTEC™ 5300 V8 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) Automatic VORTEC™...
Page 525 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At the First Introduction ...........6-2 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 (160, 1 600 and 10 000 km) .......6-11 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-11 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 At Least Once a Month .........6-11 Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) ..6-4 At Least Once a Year ........6-12...
Page 526: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a necessary to keep your vehicle in good working gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, condition.
Page 527: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule The services in Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services (Gasoline We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle Engine) on page 6-7 and Maintenance Footnotes in good working condition.
Page 528: Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine)
® Scheduled Maintenance When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained (Gasoline Engine) and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a If you want to purchase service information, see gasoline engine.
Page 529 When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE appears, certain services, checks, and inspections ENGINE OIL message comes on within 10 months are required. Required services are described in the since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II following for “Maintenance I”...
Page 530 Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II • • Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as • • needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” •...
Page 531: Additional Required Services (Gasoline Engine)
Additional Required Services (Gasoline Engine) This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the ® maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel Engine Supplement. The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item.
Page 532 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) ® Except Allison Transmission : Change • • • automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service).
Page 533: Maintenance Footnotes (Gasoline Engine)
Maintenance Footnotes (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, (Gasoline Engine) signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc.
Page 534 (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door hinges, (j) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and anchor, release pawl, tailgate hinges, tailgate linkage, the ﬂuid level checked.
Page 535: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if These owner checks and services should be performed necessary. See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, page 5-20 for further details.
Page 536: At Least Once A Year
Tire Wear Inspection 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service ®...
Page 537: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to the parking brake. turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 538: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants (Gasoline Engine)
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable ® water and use only DEX-COOL Engine Coolant This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a coolant. See Engine Coolant gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, on page 5-35.
Page 539 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Manual GM Goodwrench Synthetic Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Floor Shift (5–Speed with (GM Part No. U.S. 12346190, in in Canada 992723) or lubricant Linkage Low Gear, Canada 10953477) or equivalent meeting requirements of NLGI #2 RPO MW3) SAE 75W-85 GL-4 gear oil.
Page 540 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® DEXRON -III Automatic Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Manual Transmission Fluid. Look for Hood Hinges (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Transfer Case “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” Canada 10953474). on the label. Body Door AUTO-TRAK II Fluid Hinge Pins, Automatic (GM Part No.
Page 541: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (Gasoline Engine)
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (Gasoline Engine) Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. ® Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter High Capacity 25313349 A1518C Standard 25313348* A1519C* Oil Filter 4300 V6...
Page 542: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-11 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 543 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-19...
Page 544 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-20...
Page 545: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Online Owner Center ........7-3 States Government ........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Canadian Government ........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 546: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to visible through the windshield. your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle •...
Page 547: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 548: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or U.S. Virgin Islands: speech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones 1-800-496-9994 (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing: 1-800-GMC-8583 Canada (462-8583).
Page 549: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Roadside Assistance Program Islands/Countries (Except Puerto As the owner of a new GMC vehicle, you are Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) automatically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to General Motors de Mexico, S.
Page 550: Canadian Roadside Assistance
• Trip Interruption Expense Beneﬁts: Your GMC reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in GMC’s Roadside Assistance Representative can provide judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or you with speciﬁc information regarding this feature.
Page 551: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same To enhance your ownership experience, we and our day repair.
Page 552: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy service, may not be available at every dealer. Please rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty availability.
Page 553: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event vehicle is equipped with Quadrasteer, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, Data Recorders and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a performance and may be used to improve crash number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor performance of future vehicles and driving safety.
Page 554: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: • use the data for GM research needs, • make it available for research where appropriate Reporting Safety Defects to the conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is United States Government shown, or •...
Page 555: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in Case Unit Repair Manual a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), This manual provides information on unit repair or write: service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
Page 556: Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
Page 557 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....3-40 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-19 Appearance Care .......... 5-108 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ..4-56 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 5-114 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Care of Safety Belts ........
Page 558 Audio System(s) (cont.) Braking ............4-5 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-81 Braking in Emergencies ........4-8 Radio with CD ..........3-71 Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-21 Radio with Six-Disc CD ........ 3-95 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-60 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ....... 3-120 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Setting the Time for Radios with Radio and Cargo Lamp ........
Page 559 Center Console Storage Area ......2-75 Child Restraints (cont.) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Cargo Lamp ..........5-65 Chime Level Adjustment ......... 3-126 Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts ..... 1-24 Cigarette Lighter ..........3-19 Chains, Tire ...........
Page 560 Coolant (cont.) Door Surge Tank Pressure Cap ......5-37 Delayed Locking .......... 2-10 Cooling System ..........5-40 Locks ............2-8 Cruise Control ..........3-10 Power Door Locks ......... 2-9 Cruise Control Light ........3-46 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..... 2-10 Cupholder(s) ..........
Page 561 Electrical System Filter Add-On Equipment ........5-119 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-25 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..... 5-122 Finish Damage ..........5-116 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-119 Fixed Mast Antenna ........3-125 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....... 5-120 Flash-to-Pass ...........
Page 562 Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-7 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Low Warning Light ........3-48 Head Restraints ..........1-7 Fuses Headlamps ..........3-13, 5-61 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..... 5-122 Automatic Headlamp System ......3-14 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-119 Bulb Replacement ........
Page 563 Horn ............... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ........ii Labelling, Tire Sidewall ........5-71 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-15 Lamps Hydraulic Clutch ..........5-34 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ......3-16 Cargo ............3-18 Dome ............3-17 Dome Lamp Override ........
Page 564 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Traction Off ..........3-40 At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles Up-Shift ............. 3-38 (160, 1 600 and 10 000 km) ...... 6-11 Lighting Introduction ..........6-2 Entry ............3-17 Maintenance Footnotes ........6-9 Exit ............
Page 565 Mirrors (cont.) Online Owner Center ........7-3 ® ® Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ....2-66 OnStar System, see OnStar Manual ....2-68 Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ......2-63 Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off Outside Convex Mirror ......... 2-67 Paved Roads ..........4-19 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors ....
Page 566 Parking (cont.) Radios (cont.) Over Things That Burn ......... 2-54 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ....3-125 Parking Your Vehicle ........2-54 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....... 3-125 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..... 3-35 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-81 Passenger Sensing System ......
Page 567 Recovery Hooks ..........4-49 Safety Belts (cont.) Recreational Vehicle Towing ......4-63 Center Passenger Position ......1-24 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Driver Position ..........1-15 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation .... 2-5 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-15 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..
Page 568 Securing a Child Restraint (cont.) Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....... 3-122 Rear Outside Seat Position ......1-47 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-6 Right Front Seat Position (Crew Cab) ..... 1-52 Storage Areas Right Front Seat Position (Regular Center Console Storage Area ......2-75 and Extended Cab) ......
Page 569 Tires (cont.) Traction Cleaning ........... 5-115 Assist System (TAS) ........4-8 Dual Tire Operation ........5-78 Manual Selectable Ride ........ 4-10 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-87 Off Light ............. 3-40 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ....... 5-76 Trailer Inspection and Rotation ........ 5-78 Recommendations ........
Page 570 Vehicle (cont.) Wheels Loading ............4-50 Alignment and Tire Balance ......5-84 Parking Your ..........2-54 Replacement ..........5-84 Symbols ............iv Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-38 Vehicle Customization, DIC ......3-62 Windows ............2-16 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Manual ............