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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Settings .
Page 3 2015 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 4 à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the GMC Truck Emblem, ACADIA, and Attention: Customer Service features.
Page 5: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols Warning To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. back of the manual.
Page 6: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Engine Coolant Temperature Here are some additional symbols : Exterior Lamps that may be found on the vehicle : Fog Lamps and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Fuel Gauge the Index.
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing Side Blind Zone System ..... 1-10 Alert (SBZA) ....1-19 Mirror Adjustment .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-11. 11. Dome Lamp Override. See 21. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on Dome Lamps on page 6-5. page 5-4. 2. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3 (Out of View). Instrument Panel Illumination Traction Control/Electronic Control on page 6-5. Stability Control on page 9-28.
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Press and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic Information alarm. This section provides a brief Press again to cancel the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Door Locks
In Brief The engine will continue to run for Door Locks Power Door Locks 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a To lock or unlock a door manually: 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. From the inside use the door lock knob on the window sill.
Page 13 In Brief Windows : Press to unlock the doors. : Press to lock the doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2-6. Liftgate To open the liftgate the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and lift up. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid.
Page 14: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and 3. Lumbar Control forth to be sure it is locked in To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Manual Seats place. Move the seat forward or Move the lever (2) up or down to rearward by sliding the raise or lower the seat.
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief Memory Features Second Row Seats To fold the third row seatback: 1. Remove anything on or under the seat. If available, the controls on the The second row seat can be folded driver door are used to program and to access the third row.
Page 16: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Heated and Cooled Front Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 17: Safety Belts
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument System panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-15. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors United States Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico...
Page 18 In Brief 1-11 3. Return the switch to the center Folding Mirrors Interior Mirror to deselect the mirror. For vehicles with manual folding Adjustment mirrors, push the mirror toward the Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return view the area behind the vehicle.
Page 19: Interior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Steering Wheel Interior Lighting The dome lamp override button is next to the exterior lamps control. Adjustment Dome Lamps DOME OFF: Press the button The dome lamps are in the and the dome lamps remain off overhead console and above the when a door is opened.
Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Reading Lamps AUTO: Turns the headlamps on Windshield Wiper/Washer automatically at normal brightness, Press the button near each lamp to The windshield wiper/washer lever together with the other exterior turn them on or off. is located on the left side of the lamps and instrument panel lights.
Page 21: Climate Controls
1-14 In Brief Windshield Washer Climate Controls FRONT: Press the button at the end of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper and rear wash button is on the center stack below the climate control system.
Page 22 In Brief 1-15 Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle's speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster.
Page 23: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features AUX Port: 3.5 mm (1/8 in) connection for external audio devices. Radio(s) PUSH/SEL: Turn to manually find a station or highlight a menu selection. Press to select a highlighted selection. : Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page in Operation on page 7-3.
Page 24: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-17 Press and hold to quickly Storing Radio Station Presets SiriusXM Satellite Radio increase or decrease the time Service Up to 30 preset stations can be settings. stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if SiriusXM is a satellite radio service Press OK or the Back screen equipped) can be mixed.
Page 25 1-18 In Brief auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Steering Wheel Controls SRCE: Press to switch between input jack or the USB port AM, FM, CD, and if equipped, ® depending on the audio system. SiriusXM , front auxiliary, rear auxiliary, and iPod/USB.
Page 26 In Brief 1-19 Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the Lane Departure speed and activate cruise control. Warning (LDW) If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. If equipped, LDW may help avoid unintentional lane departures at : Press to disengage cruise speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or control without erasing the set...
Page 27: Universal Remote System
1-20 In Brief At the rear of the center console. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Parking Assist on page 9-35. In the rear cargo area. If equipped, this system uses To use the outlets, remove the sensors on the rear bumper to Rear Vision cover.
Page 28: Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 Sunroof Vent: Press the front or rear of the Performance and switch to vent or close the sunroof. Maintenance The ignition must be in ON/RUN or Express-open/Express-close: ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Press and release the rear or front Accessory Power (RAP) must be Traction Control/ of the switch to express-open or...
Page 29: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-22 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and 3. Press and hold the set/reset the tires need to be inflated to the button until 100% is displayed. This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure. Three chimes sound and the Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 30: Onstar Overview
Diagnostic Services. OnStar Canada: 1-800-268-6800 services may require a paid Replace the vehicle's tires with New GMC owners are automatically subscription. See OnStar Overview the same TPC Spec number enrolled in the Roadside Assistance on page 14-1. molded into the tire's sidewall Program.
Page 31 1-24 In Brief NOTES...
Page 32: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped, with an active OnStar Remote Keyless Entry subscription, an OnStar Advisor (RKE) System Operation may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar, if equipped. The RKE transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the Remote Keyless Entry vehicle.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to (Lock): Press to lock all the Pressing on the RKE transmitter the Vehicle doors. disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System Only RKE transmitters programmed If enabled through the Driver on page 2-11. to this vehicle will work.
Page 35: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter. Do not insert when doing so. Check local Caution the tool too far. Stop as regulations for any requirements on soon as resistance is felt. remote starting of vehicles. When replacing the battery, do Do not use the remote start feature Twist the tool until the not touch any of the circuitry on transmitter is separated.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle's lights cannot be seen, After entering the vehicle during a 10 minutes are added, allowing the remote start, insert and turn the key engine to run for a total of press and hold for at least to the ON/RUN position to drive the 15 minutes.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which the Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Remote Start Will Not Work crash is increased if the The vehicle cannot be started using doors are not locked. So, all the remote start feature if the key is passengers should wear in the ignition, the hood is open, or if safety belts properly and the...
Page 38: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature can also be This can be manually overridden by (Unlock): Press to unlock the programmed. See Vehicle doors. pressing and holding on the Personalization on page 5-42. power door lock switch. (Lock): Press to lock the doors. If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is Automatic Door Locks Delayed Locking...
Page 39: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle has rear door security Doors Warning (Continued) locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the Liftgate Adjust the climate control inside. system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Warning set the fan speed to the highest setting.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Warning To unlock the liftgate, press the You, or others, could be injured if power door lock switch or press caught in the path of the power on the Remote Keyless Entry liftgate. Make sure there is no one (RKE) transmitter twice.
Page 41 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows continue to completion. If the If more obstacles are encountered vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and on the same power cycle, the power accelerated before the power liftgate function deactivates. The liftgate latch closes, the liftgate may must be opened or closed manually reverse to the open position.
Page 42: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Manual Operation of Power Press the touch pad on the outside Vehicle Security of the liftgate pull cup and lift to Liftgate This vehicle has theft-deterrent open. Use the pull cup to lower and features; however, they do not make close the liftgate.
Page 43 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the door is closed, the If the key is not placed in the Testing the Alarm security light stops flashing and ignition and turned to START or the To test the alarm: stays on solid for approximately door is not unlocked by pressing 30 seconds.
Page 44: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ senses an incorrect key, the vehicle decoder to learn the transponder See Radio Frequency Statement on does not start. Anyone using a value of a new or replacement key.
Page 45: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Convex Mirrors 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN Warning position within five seconds of the original key being turned to A convex mirror can make things,...
Page 46: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors For vehicles with manual folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return The mirrors are accidentally to its original position.
Page 47: Interior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Heated Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: If equipped with memory seats, the Interior Rearview Mirrors passenger and/or driver mirror tilts (Rear Window Defogger): to a preselected position when the Press to heat the mirrors.
Page 48: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Manual Rearview Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy If equipped, push the tab forward for performance. This may result in a daytime use and pull it for nighttime Warning pulsing sound when either rear use to avoid glare from the window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless...
Page 49 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the window switch until the window Windows is fully open. A window with the express-up/down 3. Pull up and hold the window feature allows it to be raised or switch to close the window.
Page 50: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Rear Window Lockout Roof Press to activate the rear window lockout switch. The indicator light comes on when Sunroof activated. The ignition must be in ON/RUN or Press again to deactivate the ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained lockout switch.
Page 51 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Sunshade Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose The sunshades must be opened debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and and closed manually. To open the roof sealing area using a clean sunshade, press the button on the cloth, mild soap, and water.
Page 52: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-16 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-35 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-21 Airbag System Check .
Page 53: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,...
Page 54: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints and push the head restraint Front Seats 2. Driver Seat Height rearward until the desired locking Adjustment Lever position is reached. Try to move the 3. Seatback Lever Seat Adjustment head restraint after the button is To adjust a manual seat: released to make sure that it is Warning 1.
Page 55: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Power Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment moving the rear of the control (1) up or down. Manual Lumbar Adjust the seatback by tilting the top of the control (2) forward or rearward.
Page 56: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 57: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to Memory Seats make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If available, the controls on the 2. Move the seatback to the driver door are used to program and desired position, and then recall memory settings for the driver...
Page 58 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions Memory Remote Recall recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the To save into memory: The memory feature can recall the appropriate manual control for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and 1.
Page 59: Heated And Cooled Front Seats
Seats and Restraints A single beep sounds. The driver Heated and Cooled Front seat moves back approximately Seats 8 cm (3 in) and the power steering column (if equipped) moves up and Warning forward. To move the seat back farther, press again until the seat If you cannot feel temperature is all the way back.
Page 60: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints the off setting. The lights indicate Rear Seats Entering and Exiting the three for the highest setting and one Third Row for the lowest. Warning The passenger heated seat may take longer to heat up. Using the third row seating The heated and/or cooled seats are position while the second row is canceled after the ignition is...
Page 61 3-10 Seats and Restraints 5. Pull the sliding seat lever (3) 5. Push and pull on the seatback forward. The seatback will tilt and seat cushion to make sure forward, and the seat will begin they are locked in place. sliding forward.
Page 62: Third Row Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-11 3. Pull forward on the reclining Third Row Seats To fold the third row seatback: seatback strap (2). 1. If the second row seat is in the The head restraint will fold down full rear position, adjust it Warning automatically.
Page 63 3-12 Seats and Restraints or lift the seatback and push it Warning (Continued) into place from inside the vehicle. sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and Warning are not twisted. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden 3.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Installing the Third Row Seats 3. Reinstall the bolts, and torque to Caution (41 lb ft). Pull up on the To reinstall a third row seat: seat to make sure it is locked in Folding a rear seat with the safety 1.
Page 65: Safety Belts
3-14 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
Page 66: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-15 safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 67: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-16 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best have a lap-shoulder belt. able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if If you are using a rear seating there is a sudden stop or crash.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints 3-17 later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Page 69 3-18 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for the front outboard right front passenger seating occupants. Although the safety belt positions.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Rear Safety Belt Comfort To install: Guides Rear safety belt 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 and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
Page 71 3-20 Seats and Restraints To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide onto its storage clip.
Page 72: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-21 An adjustable comfort guide is used for the center seating position in the third row seat. The adjustable comfort guide attaches to a loop on For the third row outboard seating A pregnant woman should wear a the upper part of the seatback, positions, the comfort guide, once lap-shoulder belt, and the lap...
Page 73: Safety Belt Extender
3-22 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under Crash around you, you should use it.
Page 74: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-23 After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System The vehicle may have the following safety belts may not be necessary. airbag: The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that A front center airbag for the airbags: were used during any crash may driver and front outboard...
Page 75 3-24 Seats and Restraints are also designed to help reduce Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate safety belts. Everyone in the should sit as far back as possible very quickly to do their job.
Page 76: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) how, see Older Children on page 3-37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-39. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger There is an airbag readiness light side instrument panel.
Page 77 3-26 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger If the vehicle has a front center Side Similar Side Similar airbag, it is in the inboard side of the driver seatback. The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and impact airbags are in the side of the...
Page 78: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or even death.
Page 79: What Makes An Airbag
3-28 Seats and Restraints side. The front center airbag is not system predicts that the vehicle is wheel or the instrument panel. In designed to inflate in frontal about to roll over on its side, or in a moderate to severe side collisions, impacts, near frontal impacts, severe frontal impact.
Page 80: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Airbags should never be regarded the windshield or being able to steer fuel system after the airbags inflate. as anything more than a supplement the vehicle, nor does it prevent The feature may also activate, to safety belts. people from leaving the vehicle.
Page 81: Passenger Sensing
3-30 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that broken by vehicle deformation. an airbag system will not work Additional windshield breakage may properly.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-31 occupant and determine if the front The passenger sensing system is Warning (Continued) outboard passenger frontal airbag designed to turn off the front should be allowed to inflate or not. outboard passenger frontal airbag if: forward-facing child restraint can According to accident statistics, The front outboard passenger be seriously injured or killed if the...
Page 83 3-32 Seats and Restraints person of adult size is sitting 3. Remove any additional items Warning (Continued) properly in the front outboard from the seat such as blankets, passenger seat. cushions, seat covers, seat with the airbag system. To help heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 84 Seats and Restraints 3-33 happens, adjust the head If a person of adult size is sitting in Warning restraint. See Head Restraints the front outboard passenger seat, on page 3-2. but the off indicator is lit, it could be If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting 6.
Page 85: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-34 Seats and Restraints Liquid pooled on the seat that A thick layer of additional material, Warning has not soaked in may make it such as a blanket or cushion, more likely that the passenger or aftermarket equipment such as Stowing of articles under the sensing system will turn on the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat...
Page 86: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints 3-35 belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic interfere with the operation of the Warning module, steering wheel, instrument passenger sensing system. This panel, roof-rail airbag modules, could either prevent proper For up to 10 seconds after the ceiling or pillar garnish trim, deployment of the passenger vehicle is turned off and the overhead console, front sensors,...
Page 87: Airbag System Check
3-36 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
Page 88: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 89 3-38 Seats and Restraints In a crash, children who are not Warning (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 90: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Infants and Young Every time infants and young Warning children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by Children can be seriously injured appropriate child restraints. Neither Everyone in a vehicle needs or strangled if a shoulder belt is the vehicle's safety belt system nor protection! This includes infants and wrapped around their neck.
Page 91 3-40 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) Children who are up against, For example, in a crash at only If a child restraint is installed in or very close to, any airbag when 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) the second row center seat, move it inflates can be seriously injured infant will suddenly become a...
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Q: What are the different types of are many kinds of restraints Warning (Continued) add-on child restraints? available for children with special needs. A: Add-on child restraints, which Instead, it may settle up around are purchased by the vehicle the child's abdomen.
Page 93: Child Restraint Systems
3-42 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 94: Where To Put The
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 95 3-44 Seats and Restraints Whenever possible, children age Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag inflates and the on page 3-30 for additional front center airbag in the inboard...
Page 96: Lower Anchors And Tethers
Seats and Restraints 3-45 to access adjacent safety belt restraint to the anchors in the Make sure to follow the instructions assemblies or LATCH anchors for vehicle. The LATCH system is that came with the child restraint, additional passengers or child designed to make installation of a and also the instructions in this restraints.
Page 97 3-46 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 98 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row 60/40 Bench Third Row (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. positions with top tether anchors. Second Row Bucket (Lower Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 99: System
3-48 Seats and Restraints Be sure to use an anchor on the that the top tether be attached, or if same side of the vehicle as the the instructions that come with the seating position where the child child restraint say that the top tether restraint will be placed.
Page 100 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Warning (Continued) Warning Caution restraint properly using the Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH anchors, or use the vehicle safety or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the belts to secure the restraint, wrapped around their neck.
Page 101 3-50 Seats and Restraints the rearward position, whenever child restraint manufacturer second row bench possible, to minimize contact with instructions and the instructions seatbacks are aligned at the front center airbag. in this manual. the same angle. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer If you need to secure more than one 1.1.
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-51 If the position you are using If the position you are using If the position you are using does not have a headrest does not have a headrest has a fixed headrest or or head restraint and you or head restraint and you head restraint and you are are using a single tether,...
Page 103: Replacing Latch System
3-52 Seats and Restraints and forth. There should be no New parts and repairs may be where to install the child restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of necessary even if the LATCH using LATCH. If a child restraint is movement, for proper system was not being used at the secured in the vehicle using a...
Page 104 Seats and Restraints 3-53 restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-43. 1.
Page 105: Securing Child Restraints
3-54 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Front Passenger Seat) manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top The vehicle has airbags. A rear seat tether. See Lower Anchors and is a safer place to secure a Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint.
Page 106 Seats and Restraints 3-55 In Canada, the law requires that Warning Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints attached. restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag When using the lap-shoulder belt to or killed if the front outboard...
Page 107 3-56 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 3-57 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 109 3-58 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 110: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box ....4-1 objects in storage compartments.
Page 111: Cupholders
Storage Cupholders If equipped, the rear seat armrest may have two cupholders. Pull the There are two cupholders, with armrest down to access the removable liners, in front of the cupholders. center console. There may be cupholders in the second row seat Center Console Storage armrest.
Page 112: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Warning Features An improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in Cargo Cover the open position, could be For vehicles with a cargo cover, it thrown about the vehicle during a can be used to cover items in the crash or sudden maneuver.
Page 113: Convenience Net
Storage Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience Roof Rack System net (4), attach it to the vehicle using only the cargo tie-downs (3) on Warning each side. The net is used to store small loads and should not be used If something is carried on top of for heavy loads.
Page 114 Storage For vehicles with a roof rack, the To prevent damage or loss of cargo rack can be used to load items. when driving, check to make sure For roof racks that do not have crossrails and cargo are securely crossrails included, GM Certified fastened.
Page 115 Storage NOTES...
Page 116: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-14 Vehicle Messages Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages ... 5-32 Controls Indicator ....5-15 Battery Voltage and Charging Charging System Light .
Page 117: Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Vehicle Personalization ..5-42 Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Controls Universal Remote System . . . 5-49 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming .
Page 118: Horn
Instruments and Controls To select tracks on an iPod or USB ¨ (Seek): Press to go to the next device: radio station while in AM, FM, ® or SiriusXM Press and hold ¨ while listening to a song listed in Press to go to the next track or the main audio page to quickly...
Page 119: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/ Compass Washer FRONT (Washer Fluid): Press Your vehicle may have a compass the button at the end of the lever, to in the Driver Information Center The rear wiper and rear wash button spray washer fluid on the (DIC).
Page 120 Instruments and Controls give false readings. The compass 5. If calibration is necessary, must be set to the variance zone in calibrate the compass. See which the vehicle is traveling. Compass Calibration Procedure following. To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Compass Variance (Zone)
Page 121: Clock
Instruments and Controls note pad holder, or any other 2. Press the vehicle information Clock magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, button until PRESS Press Settings on the Home Page move the magnetic item, then turn CALIBRATE COMPASS Menu, then press the Set Time or on the vehicle and calibrate the displays.
Page 122: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls At the rear of the center console. Set Date: Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory In the rear cargo area. Press the up or down arrows to power outlet and could overload increase or decrease the Month, Lift the cover to access the outlet vehicle and adapter fuses.
Page 123 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 120 Volt The indicator light does not come on The power outlet is not designed for when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or and may not work properly, if the Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated following are plugged in: If equipped with this power outlet it into the outlet.
Page 124: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 125: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 126: Odometer
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left The speedometer shows the vehicle in the tank. speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) An arrow in the fuel gauge indicates and miles per hour (mph).
Page 127: Fuel Gauge
5-12 Instruments and Controls Here are some situations that may Engine Coolant occur with the fuel gauge. None of Temperature Gauge these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 128: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-13 See Engine Overheating on This is normal. Readings between Safety Belt Reminders page 10-16 for more information. the low and high warning zones Driver Safety Belt Reminder indicate the normal operating range. Voltmeter Gauge Light Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of There is a driver safety belt electrical accessories are operating...
Page 129: Airbag Readiness Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the Reminder Light on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started.
Page 130: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. Then, after Warning several more seconds, the status Indicator indicator will light either ON or OFF, If the airbag readiness light ever or either the on or off symbol to let The vehicle has a passenger comes on and stays on, it means you know the status of the front...
Page 131: Malfunction
5-16 Instruments and Controls a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to assists the service technician in It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The correctly diagnosing any started. malfunction indicator lamp comes malfunction.
Page 132 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Avoid hard accelerations. improperly installed. A loose or Caution (Continued) missing fuel cap allows fuel to Avoid steep uphill grades. evaporate into the atmosphere. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's If towing a trailer, reduce the A few driving trips with the cap amount of cargo being hauled as emission controls and can cause properly installed should turn the...
Page 133: Brake System Warning
5-18 Instruments and Controls diagnostic tools to fix any The vehicle may not pass inspection for lack of OBD II mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: system readiness, your dealer that might have developed. can prepare the vehicle for The malfunction indicator lamp is inspection.
Page 134: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-19 This light should come on briefly Antilock Brake System Warning when the ignition key is turned to (ABS) Warning Light ON/RUN. If it does not come on The brake system might not be then, have it fixed so it will be ready working properly if the brake to warn if there is a problem.
Page 135: Tow/Haul Mode Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls there are no antilock brakes and This light comes on briefly while See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) there is a problem with the regular starting the vehicle. If it does not, System on page 9-32. brakes. See Brake System Warning have the vehicle serviced by your ®...
Page 136: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady Temperature Warning If the light flashes for about a minute Light and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 137: Security Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls The security light should come on High-Beam On Light briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Page 138: Cruise Control Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 The light goes out when the fog Information Displays The outside air temperature and lamps are turned off. See Fog compass, if equipped, also display Lamps on page 6-4. on the DIC when viewing the trip Driver Information and fuel information.
Page 139 5-24 Instruments and Controls DIC Buttons on vehicles with this feature, and When the remaining oil life is low, compass calibration and zone the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON setting on vehicles with this feature. message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages on (Trip/Fuel): Press this button page 5-35.
Page 140: Front/Rear Tires
Instruments and Controls 5-25 turned on or off. Once in this RPA system is turned off and the UNITS display, press the set/reset button to vehicle is shifted out of P (Park), the Press the vehicle information button select between ON or OFF. If you DIC will display the PARK ASSIST until UNITS displays.
Page 141: Compass Zone Setting
5-26 Instruments and Controls If a low tire pressure condition is Trip/Fuel Menu Items Each trip odometer can be reset to detected by the system while zero separately by pressing the set/ (Trip/Fuel): Press this button driving, a message advising you to reset button or the trip odometer to scroll through the following menu add air to a specific tire will appear...
Page 142 Instruments and Controls 5-27 begins moving, the display will then may read one number, but if the TIMER increase to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km vehicle is driven on a freeway, the Press the trip/fuel button until (5.2 mi), etc. number may change even though TIMER displays.
Page 143: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-28 Instruments and Controls FUEL USED Head-Up Display (HUD) The images are projected by the HUD lens on the driver side of the Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL instrument panel. USED displays. This display shows Warning the number of liters (L) or The language of the HUD gallons (gal) of fuel used since the If the HUD image is too bright or...
Page 144 Instruments and Controls 5-29 High-Beam Indicator Symbol happens whenever radio information is changed. The speedometer size The HUD temporarily displays some is reduced when radio, CD messages that are on the DIC trip information, warnings, computer. or Turn-By-Turn navigation The HUD also displays the following information are displayed on messages or alerts on vehicles with the HUD.
Page 145 5-30 Instruments and Controls 3. Adjust the HUD controls. The HUD image displayed on the The three formats are: windshield will automatically dim Use the following settings to adjust and brighten to compensate for the HUD: outside lighting. 9 (Off): To turn HUD off, rotate the The HUD image can temporarily dimming knob fully counterclockwise light up depending on the angle and...
Page 146 Instruments and Controls 5-31 All formats will show the Turn-By-Turn navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to be made. When you near your destination, the HUD will display a distance bar that will fill in the closer you get to your English English destination.
Page 147: Vehicle Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages The following are the possible messages that can be displayed Check that: Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. to notify the driver that the status of Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
Page 148: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Turn off all unnecessary Light on page 5-18. If this message obstructions, and close the door accessories to allow the battery to appears, stop as soon as possible again. Check to see if the message recharge. and turn off the vehicle.
Page 149: Engine Cooling System
5-34 Instruments and Controls the vehicle and check the liftgate. the door for obstructions, and close ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Restart the vehicle and check for the door again. Check to see if the ENGINE the message on the DIC display. message still appears on the DIC.
Page 150: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP This message also displays when the vehicle's engine power is ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON reduced. Reduced engine power This message displays when the can affect the vehicle's ability to This message displays when vehicle's engine oil pressure is low.
Page 151: Key And Lock Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls TIGHTEN GAS CAP Lamp Messages Object Detection System Messages This message may display along AUTOMATIC LIGHT with the check engine light on the CONTROL OFF FORWARD COLLISION ALERT instrument cluster if the vehicle's UNAVAILABLE fuel cap is not tightened properly. This message displays when the See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on automatic headlamps are turned off.
Page 152 Instruments and Controls 5-37 LANE DEPARTURE SYS been turned off. To turn the RPA this system to help you park. See system back on, see Parking Assist Parking Assist on page 9-34. See UNAVAILABLE on page 9-34. your dealer for service. This message displays when REAR CROSS TRAFFIC SERVICE SIDE DETECTION...
Page 153: Ride Control System
5-38 Instruments and Controls SIDE DETECTION SYS Ride Control System TRACTION CONTROL OFF TEMPORARILY OFF Messages This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is If your vehicle has the Side Blind SERVICE STABILITRAK turned off. Adjust your driving Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this accordingly.
Page 154: Security Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Security Messages systems are no longer working. STARTING DISABLED Have the climate control system SERVICE THROTTLE SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT serviced by your dealer if you notice This message displays when your SYSTEM a drop in heating and air vehicle's throttle system is not conditioning efficiency.
Page 155: Transmission Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Certain other vehicle electrical until the tire pressure is equal to the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE conditions values shown on the Tire and This message displays when the Loading Information label. See Tires This message turns off when the Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-37, Vehicle Load Limits compact spare tire is replaced by a...
Page 156: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-41 on the DIC display. If the message Stop the vehicle and let it idle to Washer Fluid Messages still displays or appears again when allow the transmission to cool. This WASHER FLUID LOW ADD you begin driving, the system needs message clears when the fluid service.
Page 157: Vehicle Personalization
5-42 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Entering the Feature Press the customization button until Settings Menu the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN Personalization ENGLISH screen appears on the 1. Turn the ignition on and place DIC display. Press the set/reset Your vehicle may have the vehicle in P (Park).
Page 158 Instruments and Controls 5-43 NO CHANGE: No change will be NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver made to this feature. The current made to this feature. The current door will unlock when the vehicle is setting will remain.
Page 159 5-44 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 160 Instruments and Controls 5-45 lock button on the RKE transmitter is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING twice. See Delayed Locking on happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select page 2-7. ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior Press the customization button until lights turn on briefly during low light...
Page 161 5-46 Instruments and Controls or the vehicle is no longer off. See NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER MIRROR: The driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) made to this feature. The current outside mirror will be tilted down System Operation on page 2-2. setting will remain.
Page 162 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Press the customization button until original exit position, unless a ON: The driver seat and outside EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the memory recall took place prior to mirrors will automatically move to DIC display. Press the set/reset removing the key again.
Page 163 5-48 Instruments and Controls Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press the customization button until If you do not exit, pressing the transmitter. See Remote Vehicle FACTORY SETTINGS appears on customization button again will Start on page 2-4. the DIC display. Press the set/reset return you to the beginning of the button once to access the settings feature settings menu.
Page 164: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-49 Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quicker and System that does not have the stop and more accurate transmission of the reverse feature.
Page 165 5-50 Instruments and Controls 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. hold both the hand-held There is no need to transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6. three Universal Remote system If the indicator light does buttons to be used to operate not come on or the garage the garage door.
Page 166 Instruments and Controls 5-51 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Radio Signals for Canada and If the programming did not work, hold the newly programmed replace Step 2 under Programming Some Gate Operators Universal Remote system button the Universal Remote System with For questions or programming help, for two seconds, then release it.
Page 167: Universal Remote System Operation
5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single System Buttons Universal Remote System Operation Button Erase all programmed buttons when Using the Universal Remote vehicle ownership is terminated. To reprogram any of the system System buttons: To erase: Press and hold the appropriate...
Page 168: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-5 Exterior Lamp Controls Courtesy Lamps ....6-5 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 169: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Daytime Running Lamps (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, (DRL)/Automatic except the headlamps. Headlamp System (Headlamps): Turns on the DRL can make it easier for others to headlamps together with the parking see the front of your vehicle during lamps and instrument panel lights.
Page 170: Delayed Headlamps
Lighting darkness of the surroundings. The If the ignition is turned off with the and off. This warns others that you other lamps that come on with the are having trouble. Press again to exterior lamp control in the headlamps will also come on. turn the flashers off.
Page 171: Fog Lamps
Lighting change is completed. If the lever is Fog Lamps Some localities have laws that briefly pressed and released, the require the headlamps to be on turn signal flashes three times. along with the fog lamps. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released.
Page 172: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting counterclockwise to brighten or dim The lamps can also be turned on the lights. Push the knob back in and off by turning the instrument when finished. panel brightness control clockwise Instrument Panel to the farthest position. Illumination Control Courtesy Lamps Dome Lamp Override...
Page 173: Reading Lamps
Lighting the dome lamps are off. Press the Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated button again so the dome lamps entry is inactive, which means the come on when a door is opened. courtesy lamps will not come on Entry Lighting unless a door is opened.
Page 174: Delayed Exit Lighting
Lighting Delayed Exit Lighting Parade Dimming prevent overcharging. If the vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage Delayed exit lighting illuminates the This feature automatically prohibits display on the Driver Information interior for a period of time after the the dimming of the instrument panel Center (DIC), you may see the key is removed from the ignition.
Page 175: Battery Power Protection
Lighting EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection discharge of the battery. It does this This feature helps prevent the by balancing the generator's output battery from being drained, if the and the vehicle's electrical needs. interior courtesy lamps or reading It can increase engine idle speed to lamps are accidentally left on.
Page 176: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment Introduction Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System System ..... 7-15 Infotainment Rear Audio Controller (RAC) ... 7-17 Base radio information is included in this manual.
Page 177: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up phone numbers in The infotainment system has built-in Theft-Deterrent Feature advance so they can be called features intended to help avoid ® TheftLock is designed to easily by pressing a single distraction by disabling some discourage theft of the vehicle's button or by using a single voice functions when driving.
Page 178: Overview
Infotainment System Overview SEEK (Previous/Reverse) The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons, touch screen, 10. SEEK (Next/Forward) steering wheel controls, and voice recognition. See Operation on page 7-3. BACK Operation Infotainment Controls PUSH/ (Volume/Power): Press to turn the system on and off.
Page 179 Infotainment System CD, USB: Press to seek or skip (Home Page): Press to go to SEEK (Previous/Reverse): the next track or program. the Home Page. See Home Page AM, FM, SiriusXM (if equipped): CD, USB: Press and hold to fast in this section.
Page 180 Infotainment System Home Page FAV (Favorites): Press to scroll Now Playing: Press to display the through the favorites banner on the active source page. The sources bottom of the screen. The favorites available are AM, FM, XM (if banner stores your favorite radio equipped), CD, USB, Bluetooth, and SiriusXM stations.
Page 181: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Balance: Press L to hear more Radio the bottom of the screen sound from the left speakers or allowing you to select the one R for more sound from the right you want. AM-FM Radio speakers. The middle position Infotainment System Settings balances the sound between the Playing the Radio...
Page 182 Infotainment System position balances the sound AM Station List: Press to display a between the front and rear list of AM stations. speakers. Update Station List: Press to Balance: Press the L or R button update the AM stations list. for more sound from the left or right speakers.
Page 183 Infotainment System To access the FM Menu press the SiriusXM (If Equipped) XM Channel List: Press to display Menu screen button and the a list of SiriusXM channels. following may display: XM Category List: Press to display a list of SiriusXM categories. Tune Select: If equipped with SiriusXM, press and the following may display:...
Page 184: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Storing Radio Station Presets 1. Press Settings on the SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide Home Page. variety of programming and Up to 30 preset stations can be commercial-free music, coast to 2. Press Favorite Pages. stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if coast, and in digital-quality sound.
Page 185: Radio Reception
7-10 Infotainment System 3. Select or deselect a category. cause static interference in the A checkmark will indicate that radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off The range for most AM stations is the category is selected. if this happens. greater than for FM, especially at Press Show All XM Categories to night.
Page 186: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-11 Audio Players difficulty in loading and ejecting. damaged or improperly loaded, If these problems occur, check the there is an error and the disc disc for damage or try a known ejects. CD Player good disc. The disc automatically plays once The player can be used for CD and To avoid damage to the CD player: loaded.
Page 187: Mp3
7-12 Infotainment System Use the following controls to play Error Messages the disc: If Disc Error displays and/or the disc Playing an MP3 CD SEEK: comes out, it could be for one of the To play an MP3 CD, follow the same following reasons: Press to seek to the beginning of instructions as Playing an...
Page 188 Infotainment System 7-13 Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW by the artist. There might be a delay with a maximum capacity of before the list displays. Select a 700 MB. song from the list to begin playback. The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ Genres: Press to view the genres.
Page 189: Auxiliary Devices
7-14 Infotainment System Root Directory in the tag. If a song title is not Using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) present in the ID3 tag, the radio Auxiliary Input Jack The root directory is treated as a displays the file name as the folder.
Page 190: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Infotainment System 7-15 USB Supported Devices Rear Seat The RSA functions operate even when the main radio is off. The front USB Flash Drives Infotainment audio system displays when the Portable USB Hard Drives RSA is on, and disappears from the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Fifth generation or later iPod display when it is off.
Page 191 7-16 Infotainment System function is inactive, with some Press and hold until the radios, if the front seat passengers display flashes to tune to an are listening to the radio. individual station. The display stops flashing after the buttons have not When a CD or DVD audio disc is been pressed for more than playing, press PROG to go to the...
Page 192: Rear Audio Controller (Rac)
Infotainment System 7-17 Rear Audio SRCE (Source): Press this button Phone to switch between the radio (AM, Controller (RAC) FM), SiriusXM (if equipped), CD, Bluetooth and if the vehicle has these features, DVD, front auxiliary, and For vehicles equipped with rear auxiliary.
Page 193 7-18 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. receive phone calls. The system When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with can be used while the key is in the sounds after the system responds all cell phones.
Page 194 Infotainment System 7-19 The pairing process is disabled 3. Say Pair. The system responds (Press To Talk): Press to when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit answer incoming calls, confirm Personal Identification Number Pairing only needs to be system information, and start (PIN).
Page 195 7-20 Infotainment System Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Phones Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to paired to it.
Page 196 Infotainment System 7-21 Using the Store Command digit has been entered, say Using the List Command Store, and then follow the 1. Press 1. Press directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number. 2. Say Store. 2.
Page 197 7-22 Infotainment System 3. Say the entire number without Press to ignore a call. 1. Press pausing, or say the name tag. Call Waiting 2. Say Digit Dial. Once connected, the person called 3. Say each digit, one at a time, Call waiting must be supported on will be heard through the audio that you want to dial.
Page 198 Infotainment System 7-23 3. Use the dial or call command to Transferring a Call phone. See your cell phone dial the number of the third party manufacturer's user guide for more Audio can be transferred between to be called. information. the Bluetooth system and the cell 4.
Page 199: Settings
7-24 Infotainment System Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System Settings (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of Press Settings on the Home Page the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send to adjust features and preferences, will be retained indefinitely. This numbers and the numbers stored as such as Favorite Pages, Display, includes all saved name tags in the...
Page 200 Infotainment System 7-25 Rear Camera: Select Symbols Set Time: XM Categories: Press to and/or Guidelines to have them customize which available XM Press the up or down arrows to display on the rear camera Categories are displayed and used change the Hours, Minutes, AM, screen.
Page 201: Trademarks And License Agreements
7-26 Infotainment System Guidelines: Press to enable or Trademarks and disable the RPA dynamic guidelines License Agreements presented over the rear camera video. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9-37. Manufactured under license from Screen Brightness Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the To adjust the screen brightness, double-D symbol are trademarks of touch the screen, then press + or...
Page 202: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control Systems this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-4 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 203 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn automatically selects outside air. (Air Conditioning): Press to clockwise or counterclockwise to Recirculation cannot be selected turn the air conditioning system on increase or decrease the while in floor mode. or off. An indicator light comes on temperature of the air flowing from when A/C is on.
Page 204 Climate Controls Using recirculation for long periods these modes, the indicator flashes turning off. The defogger will also of time could cause the air inside three times and turns off. The air turn off when the engine is the vehicle to become too dry. To conditioning also comes on when turned off.
Page 205: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System function along with the inside temperature setting. The outside The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with temperature is displayed on the this system. instrument cluster. (On/Off): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to turn the climate control system on or off.
Page 206 Climate Controls outside temperature is over is available. Turn the fan knob to temperature. The passenger side 4°C (40°F). The system is override this delay and select display will show the temperature automatically set to outside air, the fan speed. setting.
Page 207: Air Conditioning
Climate Controls mode button while the system is off outlets, and side window vents. The A/C does not work when the changes the air delivery mode When this mode is selected, the outside temperature is below without turning the system on. system turns off recirculation and 4°C (40°F).
Page 208 Climate Controls active. With each ignition cycle, the REAR: Press to turn the rear If equipped with heated outside recirculation mode is reset to heating and air conditioning on or rearview mirrors, fog or frost is automatic. When the engine is off.
Page 209 Climate Controls Sensors There is also an exterior temperature sensor behind the front The solar sensor in the defrost grille grille. This sensor reads the outside in the middle of the instrument air temperature and helps maintain panel, monitors the solar heat. Do the temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 210: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted. Fan Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 211 8-10 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio) Sync Mode: This mode matches the rear climate control to the front climate control settings. It comes on when REAR is pressed. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls.
Page 212: Air Vents
Climate Controls 8-11 Keep the path under all seats Air Vents (Air Delivery Mode Control): clear of objects to help circulate Press to manually change the the air inside the vehicle more Use the slider switch in the center of direction of the airflow.
Page 213: Maintenance
8-12 Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air and inside air when in recirculation mode. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 2.
Page 214: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes New Vehicle Break-In ..9-14 Antilock Brake Operating Ignition Positions ... . 9-14 System (ABS) ....9-25 Starting the Engine .
Page 215: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-41 distractions.
Page 216: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 217: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle seems harder to steer Caution (Continued) vehicle is being driven, brake than normal when parking or driving normally but do not pump the slowly, there may be a problem with damage may occur to the power brakes.
Page 218: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids allows steering while braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not Off-Road Recovery pavement edge.
Page 219: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) acceleration, or braking, hydroplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 220: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Check all fluid levels and brakes, Wet ice can occur at about 0°C Warning (Continued) tires, cooling system, and (32°F) when freezing rain begins to transmission. fall, resulting in even less traction. loss of steering. Always have the Avoid driving on wet ice or in Shift to a lower gear when going engine running and the vehicle...
Page 221 Driving and Operating curve or an overpass can remain icy Warning Warning (Continued) when the surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden steering Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust maneuvers and braking while or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 222: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to the vehicle out after a few tries, it Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run might need to be towed out. If the the engine, push the accelerator vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle can overheat, causing an pedal slightly so the engine runs...
Page 223 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading Warning (Continued) Label Information label also shows the size of the original equipment (GVWR), or either the tires (3) and the recommended maximum front or rear Gross cold tire inflation pressures (4). Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 224 Driving and Operating 9-11 never exceed XXX kg or Determine the combined XXX lbs." on your vehicle s weight of luggage and cargo placard. being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely Determine the combined exceed the available cargo weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity passengers that will be riding...
Page 225 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
Page 226 Driving and Operating 9-13 The GVWR includes the weight If you put things inside your Warning of the vehicle, all occupants, vehicle like suitcases, tools, fuel, and cargo. packages, or anything else, they Do not load the vehicle any will go as fast as the vehicle heavier than the Gross The Certification/Tire label also goes.
Page 227: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating Do not leave an breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In linings. in the vehicle. Following break-in, engine speed When you carry something Caution and load can be gradually inside the vehicle, secure...
Page 228 Driving and Operating 9-15 In order to shift out of P (Park), the This position locks the ignition, 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ transmission, and the steering This can be done while the ACCESSORY and the brake pedal wheel when the key Is removed vehicle is moving.
Page 229: Starting The Engine
9-16 Driving and Operating If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, The switch stays in this position Starting the Engine and must be shut off while driving, when the engine is running. The Move the shift lever to P (Park) or turn the ignition to ACC/ transmission is also unlocked in this N (Neutral).
Page 230: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-17 If the vehicle starts briefly but Caution Caution then stops again, repeat these steps. This clears the extra If the steering wheel is turned Cranking the engine for long gasoline from the engine. Do not until it reaches the end of its periods of time, by returning the race the engine immediately travel, and is held in that position...
Page 231: Retained Accessory
9-18 Driving and Operating 2. Open the hood and unwrap the 4. Before starting the engine, be The radio continues to work for electrical cord. The bundled cord sure to unplug and store the 10 minutes or until the driver door is is located on the driver side of cord as it was before to keep it opened.
Page 232: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-19 4. Remove the key and take it with parking on a hill and shifting the Warning (Continued) you. If you can leave the vehicle transmission into P (Park) is not with the ignition key in your done properly and then it is difficult move the shift lever to P (Park).
Page 233: Parking Over Things
9-20 Driving and Operating Prevent movement of the shift If you still are unable to shift out of Engine Exhaust lever out of P (Park), unless the P (Park): ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 1. Fully release the shift lever Warning ACCESSORY and the regular button.
Page 234: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-21 Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not running, follow the proper steps to completely sealed.
Page 235 9-22 Driving and Operating then press the button on the back of To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning the shift lever before shifting from get out of snow, ice, or sand without P (Park). If you cannot shift out of damaging the transmission, see If It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park), ease pressure on the shift...
Page 236: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-23 Manual Mode Caution Caution Electronic Range Select Shifting out of P (Park) or If the vehicle accelerates slowly, (ERS) Mode N (Neutral) with the engine or does not shift gears, the ERS mode allows you to choose the running at high speed may transmission could be damaged.
Page 237: Tow/Haul Mode
9-24 Driving and Operating To use this feature: The transmission will not shift into Tow/Haul Mode 5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) button is 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). (Tow/Haul): If equipped with used or you shift back into D (Drive). Tow/Haul mode, the button is on the 2.
Page 238: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-25 Automatic Engine Grade Drive Systems Brakes Braking All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake Automatic Engine Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill System (ABS) Vehicles with this feature transfer grade. It maintains vehicle speed by engine power, as required, to all This vehicle has ABS, an advanced automatically implementing a shift four wheels.
Page 239: Parking Brake
9-26 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
Page 240: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-27 Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Caution The Brake Assist feature is This vehicle has an HSA feature, Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in which may be useful when the can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle vehicle is stopped on a grade...
Page 241: Ride Control Systems
9-28 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Traction Control/ If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins Control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will The indicator light for both systems disengage.
Page 242: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-29 Cruise Control comes on and stays on: Caution 1. Stop the vehicle. With cruise control, a speed of Do not repeatedly brake or about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can 2. Turn the engine off and wait accelerate heavily when TCS is be maintained without keeping your 15 seconds.
Page 243 9-30 Driving and Operating disengage. See Traction Control/ The cruise control light on the (On/Off): Press to turn cruise Electronic Stability Control on instrument cluster comes on after control on or off. The indicator light page 9-28. If a collision alert occurs the cruise control has been set to on the button comes on when the when cruise control is activated,...
Page 244 Driving and Operating 9-31 Increasing Speed While Using Reducing Speed While Using Passing Another Vehicle While Cruise Control Cruise Control Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is If the cruise control system is Use the accelerator pedal to already activated: already activated: increase the vehicle speed.
Page 245: Driver Assistance Systems
9-32 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance Warning There are four ways to end cruise Systems control: FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When Step lightly on the brake pedal. Forward Collision Alert approaching a slower-moving or (FCA) System Press...
Page 246 Driving and Operating 9-33 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Collision Alert Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, Without HUD or ice, or if the windshield is FCA warnings will not occur unless...
Page 247: Parking Assist
9-34 Driving and Operating Tailgating Alert conditions when selecting the alert 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and timing. The range of selectable alert at least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground timings may not be appropriate for and below liftgate level.
Page 248: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-35 The bumper is damaged. Take An obstacle is indicated by audible PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE the vehicle to your dealer to beeps. The interval between the OWNERS MANUAL: This repair the system. beeps becomes shorter as the message can occur under the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
Page 249 9-36 Driving and Operating SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. Warning (Continued) This indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before making a lane pedestrians, bicyclists, change, check the SBZA display, or animals. It may not provide check mirrors, glance over your alerts when changing lanes under shoulder, and use the turn signals.
Page 250: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-37 SBZA can be disabled through the The system does not need to be When SBZA is disabled for any Driver Information Center (DIC). See serviced. The system may light up reason other than the driver turning Driver Information Center (DIC) on due to guardrails, signs, trees, it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert ON...
Page 251 9-38 Driving and Operating The RVC display remains on after The RVC system may have a Warning (Continued) shifting out of R (Reverse) for guideline overlay that can help the approximately 10 seconds. Return to driver align the vehicle when different from actual distances.
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-39 detects objects coming from up to The following illustrations show the 2. Corner of the rear bumper. 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side field of view that the camera When the System Does Not behind the vehicle.
Page 253: Lane Departure
9-40 Driving and Operating Lane Departure How the System Works Warning (Continued) Warning (LDW) The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview proper condition; or if the sun If equipped, LDW may help avoid mirror. shines directly into the crashes due to unintentional lane camera.
Page 254: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-41 When the System Does Not Fuel higher. Do not use gasoline with an octane rating below 87, as it may Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an cause engine damage and will lower The system may not detect lanes as important part of the proper fuel economy.
Page 255: California Fuel
9-42 Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Caution Requirements Countries Do not use fuel containing If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries methanol. It can corrode metal California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.
Page 256: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-43 gasoline additive recommended by Warning (Continued) General Motors. It is available at your dealer. Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank children pump fuel. Fuel can spray out if the fuel Warning cap is opened too quickly.
Page 257: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-44 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Filling a Portable Fuel Warning top off or overfill the tank and wait a Container few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the Warning...
Page 258: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-45 Trailer Towing Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) and Towing Tips General Towing Driving with a Trailer Place the nozzle inside the fill Information opening of the container When towing a trailer: before dispensing fuel, and Only use towing equipment that has Become familiar with the state been designed for the vehicle.
Page 259 9-46 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during Warning amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the Following Distance gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
Page 260 Driving and Operating 9-47 Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other normal altitudes. If the engine is drivers the vehicle is turning, turned off immediately after towing changing lanes or stopping. at high altitude on steep uphill Caution grades, the vehicle could show When towing a trailer, the arrows on signs similar to engine overheating.
Page 261 9-48 Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing clear of the chocks. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do Three important considerations not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn 4.
Page 262 Driving and Operating 9-49 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3 402 kg (7,500 lb) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 359 kg (5,200 lb) 4 649 kg (10,250 lb) All-Wheel Drive...
Page 263: Towing Equipment
9-50 Driving and Operating (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or Towing Equipment the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Hitches Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce the It is important to have the correct trailering capacity more than the hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large total of the additional weight.
Page 264 Driving and Operating 9-51 Weight-Distributing Hitches and Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the Basic Trailer Wiring vehicle and the trailer. Cross the The trailer wiring harness, with a safety chains under the tongue of seven-pin connector, is located at the trailer to help prevent the tongue the rear of the vehicle and is tied to...
Page 265: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-52 Driving and Operating *The fuse for this circuit is installed Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and in the underhood electrical center, Wiring Provisions Add-Ons but the wires are not connected. These wiring provisions for an They should be connected by your electric trailer brake controller are dealer or a qualified service center.
Page 266: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Electrical System Protection High Voltage Devices and Operating Mode ... 10-18 Wiring ..... 10-27 Power Steering Fluid .
Page 267: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tires ..... . 10-52 other reproductive harm.
Page 268: Warning
Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
Page 269: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. To open the hood: Pull the hood down to close. Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced. Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight.
Page 270: Engine Compartment
Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 271: Engine Cover
10-6 Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Terminal. 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Cover See Jump Starting on View). See Checking Engine page 10-68. Oil under Engine Oil on page 10-7. 2. Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10-28. 9.
Page 272: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine then push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill.
Page 273 10-8 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution Caution Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil. Oil Failure to use the recommended specification and viscosity grade. levels above or below the engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and acceptable operating range...
Page 274: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE environment. If you change your OIL SOON message comes on. Oil Flushes own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Change the oil as soon as possible Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 275: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission The transmission fluid will not reach the end of the dipstick unless the Life System Fluid transmission is at operating Reset the system whenever the temperature. If you need to check It is not necessary to check engine oil is changed so that the the transmission fluid level, please...
Page 276: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-11 from vehicle) to release loose dust 4. Inspect or replace the air Cooling System and dirt. If the filter remains covered cleaner/filter. The cooling system allows the with dirt, a new filter is required. 5. Reverse Steps 1 4 to reinstall engine to maintain the correct To inspect or replace the engine air the housing cover and reconnect...
Page 277: Engine Coolant
10-12 Vehicle Care What to Use Warning Caution Warning An electric engine cooling fan Using coolant other than ® under the hood can start up even DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some when the engine is not running premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system and can cause injury.
Page 278 Vehicle Care 10-13 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Check to see if coolant is visible in Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant. If using this mixture, coolant inside the coolant recovery mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added.
Page 279 10-14 Vehicle Care When the engine is hot, the level How to Add Coolant to the Caution could be higher than the FULL Radiator COLD mark or the FULL COLD ISO This vehicle has a specific symbol mark. If the coolant is below Warning coolant fill procedure.
Page 280 Vehicle Care 10-15 2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. 1. Detach the fasteners and lift off the panel that covers the If a hiss is heard, wait for that to radiator cap.
Page 281: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care 6. Reinstall the cap on the coolant You may decide not to lift the hood Caution recovery tank but leave the when this warning appears, but radiator pressure cap off. instead get service help right away. If the pressure cap is not tightly See Roadside Assistance Program 7.
Page 282 Vehicle Care 10-17 If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning is displayed Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: Engine Compartment 1. Turn the air conditioning off. See Overheated Engine Warning Protection Operating Mode on 2. Turn the heater on to the highest page 10-18 for information on temperature and to the highest Steam from an overheated engine...
Page 283: Overheated Engine
10-18 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the The power steering fluid reservoir is Caution engine for three minutes while under the engine cover on the parked. If the warning is still passenger side of the vehicle. See After driving in the overheated displayed, turn off the engine until it Engine Compartment Overview on...
Page 284: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the Caution (Continued) dipstick with a clean rag. 5. Replace the cap and completely the correct fluid listed in tighten it. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13. 6. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Page 285: Brakes
10-20 Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets.
Page 286: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 new, approved replacement parts. There are only two reasons why the Warning If this is not done, the brakes might brake fluid level in the reservoir not work properly. For example, might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it installing disc brake pads that are The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn,...
Page 287: Battery
10-22 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Warning Caution (Continued) Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the With the wrong kind of fluid in the vehicle's painted surfaces, brake hydraulic system, the Batteries have acid that can burn the paint finish can be brakes might not work well.
Page 288: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-23 All-Wheel Drive 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Apply the parking brake. Be gear. The vehicle should start ready to apply the regular brake Transfer case fluid does not require only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). immediately if the vehicle begins checking unless there is a fluid leak If the vehicle starts in any other...
Page 289: Park Brake And P (Park)
10-24 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the Warning regular brake. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is 2.
Page 290: Windshield Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-25 be covered by your warranty. Do 2. Push the release lever (2) to Headlamp Aiming not allow the wiper blade arm to disengage the hook and push Headlamp aim has been preset and touch the windshield. the wiper arm (1) out of the should need no further adjustment.
Page 291: Bulb Replacement
10-26 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Replacement Bulbs Bulb For the proper type of replacement Exterior Lamp Number bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-26. License Plate Lamp 194LL For any bulb changing procedure For replacement bulbs not listed not listed in this section, contact here, contact your dealer.
Page 292: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-27 Electrical System Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Overload An electrical overload may cause High Voltage Devices and the lamps to go on and off, or in The vehicle has fuses and circuit some cases to remain off. Have the Wiring breakers to protect against an headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 293: Fuses And Circuit
10-28 Vehicle Care Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Caution Breakers Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical The wiring circuits in your vehicle The underhood fuse block is in the component on the vehicle may are protected from short circuits by engine compartment, on the damage it.
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-29 Acadia with HID Lighting The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power...
Page 295 Stoplamp and Turn S/ROOF/ Sunroof Fuel Pump Power Signal SUNSHADE Module ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils SERVICE Service Repair FOG LAMP Fog Lamps (GMC) PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate SPARE Spare HORN Horn Power Outlet STOP Stoplamps HTD MIR Heated Outside...
Page 296 Trailer Parking STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn PRK LAMP Lamps FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 Signal Lamp TRLR PWR Trailer Power FOG LAMP Fog Lamps (GMC) STOP Stop Lamps WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ HI BEAM High-Beam LAMPS (China Only) Washer Headlamps (CHINA...
Page 297 10-32 Vehicle Care Acadia with Halogen Lighting The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power Auxiliary VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump...
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage HVAC BLWR Heating, RT HI BEAM Right Hi-Beam ECM/ Engine Control FPM IGN Module/Fuel Pump Ventilation, and Air Headlamp Power Module Conditioning RT PRK Right Ignition Blower Parking Lamp EMISSION 1 Emission 1 LT HI BEAM Left High-Beam RT TRLR Trailer Right...
Page 299: Block
10-34 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Relays Usage Block LT DRL Left Daytime TRLR Trailer Parking PRK LAMP Lamps Running Lamp TRLR PWR Trailer Power HORN Horn WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ Ignition Main Washer LT TRLR Trailer Left STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn Relays Usage...
Page 300 DR LCK Door Locks features shown. Fuses Usage DRL/ Daytime Running LO BEAM Lamps Relay/Low GMC NON HID = Beam Headlamps Lo Beam Relay GMC NON HID = DSPLY Display High Shutter FRT WSW Front Windshield...
Page 301 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Rear Park Assist/ Driver Side Power DET/URS Side Blind Zone PWR/SEAT Seat Relay Alert/Forward Passenger Side Collision Alert/ PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay Universal Remote System PWR/WNDW Power Windows Relay Power Mirrors, PWR/ Power Steering Liftgate Release COLUMN Column Relay...
Page 302: Wheels And Tires
Lamps Relay Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer. (If Equipped) the same danger as See the warranty manual for HI SHUTTER Hi Shutter (GMC overloaded tires. The information regarding the tire with Halogen resulting crash could warranty and where to get Lighting) cause serious injury.
Page 303: All-Season Tires
10-38 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered...
Page 304: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care 10-39 Use only radial ply tires of the Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the same size, load range, and Tire Size illustration later in this Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original section.
Page 305 10-40 Vehicle Care digits represent the week (01 performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary year. For example, the third resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at week of the year 2010 would see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
Page 306: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-41 (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit Maximum load code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire that can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association.
Page 307: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-42 Vehicle Care (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure conditioning. on page 10-45. (6) Service Description These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio The relationship...
Page 308 Vehicle Care 10-43 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces page 9-9.
Page 309 10-44 Vehicle Care Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear number of designated seating extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread positions multiplied by 90 degrees to the centerline of of a tire when only 1.6 mm...
Page 310: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-45 Tire Pressure How the vehicle is loaded Caution (Continued) affects vehicle handling and ride Tires need the correct amount of comfort. Never load the vehicle air pressure to operate Overinflated tires, or tires that with more weight than it was effectively.
Page 311: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-46 Vehicle Care Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly tire valve stem. Press the tire System under-inflated. gauge firmly onto the valve to The Tire Pressure Monitor System get a pressure measurement.
Page 312: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-47 The TPMS malfunction indicator is See Radio Frequency Statement on When a low tire pressure condition combined with the low tire pressure page 13-12. is detected, the TPMS illuminates telltale. When the system detects a the low tire pressure warning light Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for located on the instrument cluster.
Page 313 10-48 Vehicle Care The low tire pressure warning light TPMS Malfunction Light and Caution may come on in cool weather when Message the vehicle is first started, and then Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly turn off as the vehicle is driven.
Page 314 Vehicle Care 10-49 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or relearn tool, in the following order: process was not done or not being near facilities using radio driver side front tire, passenger side completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the front tire, passenger side rear tire, rotating the tires.
Page 315: Tire Inspection
10-50 Vehicle Care There is cord or fabric approximately five seconds. The identification code has been showing through the tire's horn sounds twice to signal the matched to the driver side rear receiver is in relearn mode and tire, and the TPMS sensor rubber.
Page 316 Vehicle Care 10-51 Anytime unusual wear is If the vehicle has a compact Warning noticed, rotate the tires as soon spare tire, do not include it in the as possible, check for proper tire tire rotation. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the inflation pressure, and check for parts to which it is fastened, can Adjust the front and rear tires to...
Page 317: When It Is Time For New
10-52 Vehicle Care Check that the spare tire, if the Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage tell when it is time for new tires. vehicle has one, is stored Tires age when stored normally Treadwear indicators appear when properly.
Page 318 Vehicle Care 10-53 When replacement tires are Braking and handling Warning needed, GM strongly performance may be adversely recommends buying tires with affected if all the tires are not Tires could explode during the same TPC Spec rating. replaced at the same time. improper service.
Page 319: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-54 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Warning Warning Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Using bias-ply tires on the If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel there may not be an acceptable on page 9-9.
Page 320: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-55 Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on Grading or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires.
Page 321: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-56 Vehicle Care straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth acceleration, cornering, required by law.
Page 322: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-57 Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Tire Chains Caution (Continued) nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new Warning ground clearance, and tire or tire GM original equipment parts. chain clearance to the body and Do not use tire chains. There is chassis.
Page 323: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-58 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
Page 324: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-59 Warning (Continued) To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1. Wheel Block 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 2. Flat Tire 3.
Page 325 10-60 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the jack on its side, with the Removing the Spare Tire 1. Open the storage compartment bottom facing toward you. door of the convenience The compact spare tire is located center (1) that is nearest the 5.
Page 326 Vehicle Care 10-61 5. Tilt the retainer and slip it 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover, through the wheel opening to loosen the plastic nut caps with remove the spare tire from the wheel wrench. They will not the cable.
Page 327 10-62 Vehicle Care 5. Attach the wrench to the jack, Caution (Continued) and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 7.6 cm (3 in). damaged. Do not use an impact 6. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put wrench to remove the wheel nuts the compact spare tire near you.
Page 328 Vehicle Care 10-63 Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) damage, be sure to fit the jack lift changing a wheel, remove any head into the proper location rust or dirt from places where the before raising the vehicle. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used;...
Page 329 10-64 Vehicle Care mounting surface. Make sure 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Caution the rounded end is toward the a crisscross sequence, as wheel. shown. Improperly tightened wheel nuts 13. Lower the vehicle by attaching can lead to brake pulsation and Caution the wrench to the jack and rotor damage.
Page 330 Vehicle Care 10-65 To store the spare tire: This indicates that the compact Warning (Continued) spare tire is secure and the 1. Lay the compact spare tire near cable is tight. The spare tire the rear of the vehicle with the the vehicle was being driven, the hoist cannot be overtightened.
Page 331 10-66 Vehicle Care Storing the Flat Tire 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it storage area with the valve stem is secure. pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Pull the cable (1) through the door striker (5), the center of the wheel (4), and the plastic spare tire heat shield (3), as shown.
Page 332: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-67 Storing the Tools 3. Turn the jack (3) on its side and Compact Spare Tire place down on the holding bracket. Warning 4. Reinstall the wing bolt (2) by Driving with more than one turning clockwise. compact spare tire at a time could 5.
Page 333: Jump Starting
10-68 Vehicle Care recommended that the vehicle Jump Starting Caution speed be limited to 80 km/h For more information about the (50 mph). To conserve the tread of When the compact spare is vehicle battery, see Battery on the spare tire, have the standard tire installed, do not take the vehicle page 10-22.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-69 2. Get the vehicles close enough Caution Caution so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not Ignoring these steps could result If any accessories are left on or touching each other. If they are, in costly damage to the vehicle plugged in during the jump it could cause a ground...
Page 335 10-70 Vehicle Care 4. Open the hoods and locate the 5. Check that the jumper cables do Warning (Continued) positive (+) and negative ( ) not have loose or missing terminal locations on the other insulation. If they do, you could If it is low, add water to take care vehicle.
Page 336 Vehicle Care 10-71 8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) cable to the remote negative ( ) terminal of the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery.
Page 337: Towing The Vehicle
10-72 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle of recreational vehicle towing are Caution (Continued) known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the Caution Always connect and remove the vehicle with all four wheels on the jumper cables in the correct order, ground.
Page 338: Dinghy Towing
Vehicle Care 10-73 If the vehicle is ready to be If the vehicle is all-wheel-drive, it 5. Shift the transmission to towed. Just as preparing the can be dinghy towed from the front. N (Neutral). vehicle for a long trip, make sure These vehicles can also be towed 6.
Page 339 10-74 Vehicle Care a platform trailer with all four wheels Caution Caution (Continued) off of the ground or dinghy towed from the front. If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded different tire sizes on the front of Dolly Towing while towing the vehicle, it could the vehicle can cause severe (Front-Wheel-Drive be damaged.
Page 340: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-75 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a Appearance Care straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for Exterior Care towing. Locks 5. Remove the key from the ignition. Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when 6.
Page 341 10-76 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from products can be obtained from industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, your dealer.
Page 342 Vehicle Care 10-77 The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and steel. To prevent damage always Stripes may damage it. Use only follow these cleaning instructions: non-abrasive waxes and polishes Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Be sure the molding is cool to that are made for a basecoat/...
Page 343 10-78 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a covers while the lamps are clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield illuminated, due to excessive Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner.
Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-79 silicone grease on weatherstrips Caution Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses or squeak. trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tire cleaning Underbody Maintenance vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 345: Interior Care
10-80 Vehicle Care Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove...
Page 346 Vehicle Care 10-81 Interior Glass Coated Moldings To clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. colorfast cloth with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Microfiber cloth is recommended left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 347 10-82 Vehicle Care cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution Caution (Continued) hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery Do not attach a device with a may cause permanent damage. cleaner or spot lifter. If ring suction cup to the display. This Wipe excess moisture from these formation occurs, clean the entire may cause damage and would...
Page 348: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-83 Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for Caution proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor Use of air fresheners may cause mats were designed for your permanent damage to plastics Warning vehicle.
Page 349 10-84 Vehicle Care Button Retainer 3. Make sure the floor mat is 3. Center the slot in the floor mat properly secured and verify that grommet with the knob on the Some vehicles have floor mats with it does not interfere with the floor and set into position.
Page 350: General Information
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance Your vehicle is an important Recommended Fluids and investment. This section describes Lubricants ....11-13 the required maintenance for the Maintenance Replacement vehicle.
Page 351: Service And Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance Your dealer recognizes the The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the importance of providing Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional competitively priced maintenance vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart.
Page 352: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Warning When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule SOON message displays, have the Performing maintenance work can engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services be dangerous and can cause the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven serious injury.
Page 353 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Tire Rotation and Required blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis Services Every 12 000 km/ or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, loose, 7,500 mi Care on page 10-75. Replace or missing parts or signs of Rotate the tires, if recommended for worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 354 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Check starter switch. See Starter Check accelerator pedal for Switch Check on page 10-23. damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Visually inspect gas strut for Automatic Transmission Shift signs of wear, cracks, or other Lock Control Function Check on damage.
Page 355 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 356 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal routing, and condition. page 10-11. (1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever...
Page 357 11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 358: Special Application Services
Service and Maintenance 11-9 (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case output seals. High Services Maintenance and Care pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important case fluid.
Page 359 11-10 Service and Maintenance Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 360 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Trained dealer technicians can Shocks and Struts Tires inspect and recommend the right Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, tires. Your dealer can also for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining provide tire/wheel balancing the tires can save money and fuel, services to ensure smooth...
Page 361 11-12 Service and Maintenance Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
Page 362: Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. ®...
Page 363: Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 364: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 365 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 366 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 367 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 368: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 369: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 370 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in)
Page 371 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 372: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-14...
Page 373 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 374: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail GMC, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 375: Customer Assistance For Text
13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. (Service History): View and can communicate with GMC by print dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited dialing: 1-800-462-8583. TTY users records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 376: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 377 Road or Highway: Tow to the General Motors North America and nearest GMC dealer for warranty Services Not Included in GMC reserve the right to make any service, or if the vehicle was in a Roadside Assistance changes or discontinue the crash and cannot be driven.
Page 378: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Mounting, dismounting, General Motors of Canada Scheduling Service or changing of snow tires, Limited requires Appointments chains, or other traction devices. pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy When the vehicle requires warranty Service is not provided if a vehicle of the repair orders.
Page 379: Courtesy Transportation
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for Program Warranty service can generally be information. completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your Courtesy Rental Vehicle experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following...
Page 380: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program Collision Parts Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new that warranty. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle Aftermarket collision parts are also and construction methods as the service, may not be available at available.
Page 381 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Driver license number.
Page 382: Service Publications
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 383: Radio Frequency
13-12 Customer Information ORDER TOLL FREE: Radio Frequency Radio Frequency 1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday Identification (RFID) Statement 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that For Credit Card Orders Only vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see pressure monitoring and ignition...
Page 384: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety call the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 385: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
(1-800-462-8782), or write: obstacle, data that will assist in how it is driven. For example, the understanding how a vehicle s GMC Customer Assistance Center vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. The EDR is P.O. Box 33172 monitor and control engine and...
Page 386: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or website.
Page 387 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 388: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview existing public emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location OnStar Overview information. See OnStar s Terms OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details OnStar Services...
Page 389: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Press Diagnostics for a check of the Make a call, end a call, vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency or answer an incoming call. Receive Roadside Assistance. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling With Automatic Crash Response, Manage WiFi Settings (if voice commands.
Page 390: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 3. Directions are downloaded to Repeat the vehicle. 1. Press . System responds: OnStar provides services including 4. Follow the voice-guided Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote OnStar ready, then a tone. commands. Ignition Block, and Roadside 2. Say Repeat. System responds Assistance, if equipped.
Page 391: Connections
14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped Destination Download: Press with the tire pressure monitoring then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that system); or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
Page 392 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 3. Say 911 without pausing. 3. Say the entire number without System responds: 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. 4. Say Call. System responds: and received from the vehicle. OK, dialing 911.
Page 393: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 394 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 395 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can to function properly. These systems cause loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
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Page 398 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-75 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-29 Interior .
Page 399 INDEX Check Engine Light ....5-16 Battery ..... . . 10-22 Calibration .
Page 400 INDEX Compartments Cruise Control ....9-29 Delayed Locking ....2-7 Storage .
Page 401 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Vehicle Load Limits ... . 9-9 Features Wet Roads ....9-6 Gauge .
Page 402 INDEX Front Seats Adjustment ....3-3 Garage Door Opener ..5-49 Hazard Warning Flashers ..6-3 Heated and Cooled .
Page 403: Lane Departure Warning
INDEX High-Beam On Light ... 5-22 LATCH System Hill and Mountain Roads ..9-6 Replacing Parts after a Jump Starting ....10-68 Hill Start Assist (HSA) .
Page 404: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Security ..... .5-39 High-Beam On ....5-22 Maintenance High/Low Beam Changer .
Page 405 INDEX ® OnStar Additional Information ....14-6 Navigation Parade Dimming ....6-7 ®...
Page 406 INDEX Power Radios Reimbursement Program, Door Locks ....2-6 AM-FM Radio ....7-6 GM Mobility .
Page 407 i-10 INDEX Roadside Assistance Satellite Radio ....7-9 Service (cont'd) Maintenance, General Program ..... . 13-5 Scheduling Appointments .
Page 408 INDEX i-11 Speedometer ....5-11 System Tires (cont'd) Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-46 StabiliTrak Forward Collision Indicator Light ....5-20 Alert (FCA) .
Page 409 i-12 INDEX Trailer Vehicle Data Recording Towing ......9-48 and Privacy ....13-14 Vehicle Transmission Vehicle Diagnostics...
Page 410 INDEX i-13 Where to Put the Restraint ..3-43 Windows ..... . 2-17 Warning Power ......2-17 Brake System Light .
Page 411 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

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Head Restraints

Head Restraints

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Rear Seats

Rear Seats

Airbag System

Storage 4-1 Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

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Instruments and

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Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Speedometer

Vehicle Messages

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

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Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Delayed Headlamps

Turn and Lane-Change

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Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

Infotainment System

Introduction

Infotainment

Radio

Rear Seat Infotainment

Phone

Settings

9-1 Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes

Driving Information

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Drive Systems

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