Page 1 2011 GMC Sierra Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2011 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3 If the vehicle has the Duramax in this manual including, but not suivante: Diesel engine, see the Duramax limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and the GMC Truck Emblem, and P.O. Box 07130 specific information on this engine.
Page 4: Using This Manual
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and These mean there is something about the vehicle, use the Index labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other in the back of the manual. It is an text.
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols : Fuses that may be found on the vehicle : Headlamp High/Low-Beam and what they mean. For more Changer information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Adjustable Pedals : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-15 Cruise Control ....1-29 Sensing System for Navigation System .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel (Base/Uplevel Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 11. G. Infotainment on page 7 1. Q. Horn on page 5 5. B. Turn and Lane-Change Signals H. Instrument Panel Storage on R. Steering Wheel Controls on on page 6 6. page 4 1.
Page 10 In Brief V. Power Outlets on page 5 10. W. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8 4 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 5 (If Equipped).
Page 11 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 12 In Brief Instrument Panel (Premium Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 13 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 11. K. Dome Lamps on page 6 8. U. Power Outlets on page 5 10. B. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Automatic Transfer Case Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). on page 6 6. Control. (If Equipped). See Ashtrays on page 5 12 and See Four-Wheel Drive on Cigarette Lighter on page 5 11.
Page 14: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Press to lock all doors. Entry (RKE) System Information Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. The RKE transmitter is used to This section provides a brief remotely lock and unlock the doors Press and release to locate the overview about some of the from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from...
Page 15: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks To cancel a remote start: With this feature the engine can be There are several ways to lock and started from outside of the vehicle. unlock the vehicle. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold From outside, use the Remote Starting the Vehicle...
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Windows The driver door has a switch for Power Sliding Rear Window the passenger window and rear Turn the hand crank on each door windows. to manually raise or lower the Press the switch to lower the manual windows.
Page 17: Seat Adjustment
In Brief 1-11 Seat Adjustment Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar Manual Seats To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or If equipped, increase or decrease To adjust the seat: rearward by sliding the control manual lumbar support by turning forward or rearward.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief On vehicles with four-way Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks lumbar, press and hold the Manual Reclining Seatbacks front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control.
Page 19: Memory Features
In Brief 1-13 To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Storing Memory Positions 2. Press and hold 1 until Easy Exit Driver Seat two beeps sound. To save into memory: This feature can move the seat 3. Repeat for a second driver rearward to allow extra room to 1.
Page 21: Heated Seats
In Brief 1-15 Heated Seats Head Restraint Safety Belts Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
Page 22: Sensing System For Passenger Airbag
1-16 In Brief Sensing System for The passenger airbag status Mirror Adjustment indicator will be visible on the Passenger Airbag Exterior Mirrors overhead console when the vehicle is started. The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions.
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 See Manual Mirrors on page 2 15 or Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Power Mirrors on page 2 16. Adjustment Vehicles with a manual rearview If the vehicle has towing mirrors, mirror can be adjusted to see they can be adjusted for a clearer clearly behind the vehicle.
Page 24: Interior Lighting
1-18 In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override Adjustment The dome lamp override button is Dome Lamps located next to the exterior lamps On vehicles with this feature, you The dome lamps are located in the control.
Page 25: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-19 Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position will only work when For vehicles with reading lamps in the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). the overhead console, press the button located next to the lamp to AUTO: Automatically turns on turn it on or off.
Page 26: Climate Controls
1-20 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the headlamps, : Turn the band up for more parking lamps, taillamps, instrument frequent wipes or down for less panel lights, roof marker lamps frequent wipes. (if equipped) and license plate : Slow wipes. lamps.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) A. Fan Control E. Outside Air B. Temperature Control Air Recirculation C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Rear Window Defogger D. Air Conditioning I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 28 1-22 In Brief Climate Control System (With Heater Only) A. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 B. Temperature Control or Climate Control Systems C. Air Delivery Mode Control (with Heater Only) on page 8 4. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is located on the shift lever. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) A.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief Press the plus/minus buttons, Transfer Case Buttons Electronic Transfer Case located on the steering column shift The vehicle will have one of lever, to select the desired range of these three styles of transfer case gears for current driving conditions. controls.
Page 31 In Brief 1-25 Automatic Transfer Case N (Neutral): Shift the transfer case 2 (Two-Wheel-Drive High): This to Neutral only when towing the setting is used for driving in most vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle street and highway situations. Towing on page 10 103 or Trailer AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Towing on page 9 95.
Page 32: Vehicle Features
1-26 In Brief Vehicle Features : Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency Radio(s) and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station;...
Page 33: Satellite Radio
In Brief 1-27 Storing Radio Stations Setting the Clock Satellite Radio A maximum of 36 stations can To set the time and date for the XM is a satellite radio service be stored as favorites using the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: that is based in the 48 contiguous six softkeys located below the United States and 10 Canadian...
Page 34: Portable Audio Devices
1-28 In Brief ® Portable Audio Devices Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have an auxiliary For vehicles with a Bluetooth input located on the radio faceplate system, it allows users with a and a USB port located in the Bluetooth enabled cell phone to center console or on the dashboard.
Page 35: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-29 Cruise Control + RES : Press briefly to make : Press to silence the vehicle the vehicle resume to a previously speakers only. Press again to turn set speed, or press and hold to the sound on. Press and hold longer accelerate.
Page 36: Navigation System
1-30 In Brief Navigation System Driver Information : Press to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel Center (DIC) If the vehicle has a navigation range, average economy, fuel system, there is a separate The DIC display is located at used, timer, instantaneous economy Navigation System Manual that the bottom of the instrument and Active Fuel Management...
Page 37: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
In Brief 1-31 Rear Vision Ultrasonic Parking Assist : Press to set or reset certain functions and to turn Camera (RVC) If available, Ultrasonic Rear Parking off or acknowledge messages Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the If available, the rear vision camera on the DIC.
Page 38: Power Outlets
1-32 In Brief Power Outlets Universal Remote System Sunroof Accessory power outlets can be Extended Cab used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, MP3 player, etc. The vehicle may have two accessory power outlets located below the climate control system, This system provides a way or may have one accessory power to replace up to three remote...
Page 39: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-33 The sunroof also has a roller Vent: From the closed position, Performance and sunshade that can be used to block press the rear of the passenger side Maintenance the rays of the sun. To open the switch (B) to vent the sunroof. sunshade, press and unlatch it, and Manual-Open/Manual-Close: ®...
Page 40: Engine Oil Life System
1-34 In Brief To turn off both traction control If the warning light comes on, stop Engine Oil Life System and StabiliTrak, press and as soon as possible and inflate the The engine oil life system calculates hold until illuminates and tires to the recommended pressure engine oil life based on vehicle use shown on the Tire and Loading...
Page 41: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-35 Always follow posted speed On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Driving for Better Fuel limits or drive more slowly when System can be reset as follows: Economy conditions require. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Driving habits can affect fuel Keep vehicle tires properly the engine off.
Page 42 Mexico: 01-800-466-0801 your exact location to get the help For vehicles with an active OnStar you need. As the owner of a new GMC, you subscription, OnStar uses several are automatically enrolled in the innovative technologies and live Online Owner Center Roadside Assistance program.
Page 43 In Brief 1-37 How OnStar Service Works Not all OnStar services are OnStar service can t work unless available on all vehicles. For more the vehicle is in a place where : Push this blue button to information, see the OnStar Owner's OnStar has an agreement with connect to a specially trained Guide;...
Page 44 1-38 In Brief If you try to add, connect, or modify OnStar Steering Wheel Your Responsibility any equipment or software in the Controls Increase the volume of the radio vehicle, OnStar service may not if the OnStar Advisor cannot be This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute work.
Page 45 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Doors Interior Mirrors Rear Doors Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-18 Windows (Extended Cab) ... . 2-10 Automatic Dimming Rearview Tailgate .
Page 46: Keys
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Keys If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always WARNING carry a spare key.
Page 47: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Keyless Remote Keyless Entry (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation press to start the engine from See Radio Frequency Statement on The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) outside the vehicle using the RKE page 13 19 for information transmitter functions work up to transmitter.
Page 48 Keys, Doors and Windows Programming Transmitters to (Unlock): Press once to unlock Press and hold for more than the Vehicle two seconds to activate the panic only the driver door. If is pressed alarm. The turn signal lamps flash again within three seconds, all Only RKE transmitters programmed and the horn sounds repeatedly remaining doors unlock.
Page 49 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during 4.
Page 50 Keys, Doors and Windows Do not use the remote start To start the vehicle using the remote 3. If it is the first remote start since feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. start feature: the vehicle has been driven, The vehicle may run out of fuel.
Page 51 Keys, Doors and Windows The vehicle can be remote started Once two remote starts, or a single Remote Start Ready two separate times between driving remote start with one time extension If the vehicle does not have the sequences. The engine will run for has been done, the vehicle must be remote vehicle start feature, it may 10 minutes after each remote start.
Page 52: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors and Windows Door Locks From inside, use the power door WARNING (Continued) locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual WARNING Young children who get into locks, push down or pull up on the unlocked vehicles may be manual lock knob.
Page 53: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors and Windows Pressing the power lock switch Lockout Protection twice will override the delayed If the driver side power door lock locking feature and immediately switch is pressed when the driver lock all the doors. door is open and the key is in the This feature will not operate if the ignition, all of the doors will lock and key is in the ignition.
Page 54: (Extended Cab)
2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Doors The rear access door must be Tailgate closed before the front door can close. Rear Doors WARNING (Extended Cab) It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds.
Page 55 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-11 Open the tailgate by lifting up on To remove the tailgate: 2. With the tailgate about halfway its handle while pulling the tailgate open, lift the right edge of the toward you. tailgate from the lower pivot. To shut the tailgate, firmly push it On vehicles with the tailgate upward until it latches.
Page 56: Vehicle Security
2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Vehicle Security If the delayed locking feature The theft-deterrent system will not is active, the alarm will not be activate if the doors are locked This vehicle has theft-deterrent activated until all doors are with the key or the manual door features;...
Page 57: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13 Testing the Alarm Immobilizer You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. To test the alarm: See Radio Frequency Statement on The security light will come on if page 13 19 for information 1.
Page 58 2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows If the engine still does not start, and See your dealer or a locksmith who 4. Insert the new key to be the key appears to be undamaged, can service PASS-Key III+ to get a programmed and turn it to try another ignition key.
Page 59: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when Adjust the outside mirrors for a towing a trailer. Convex Mirrors clearer view. The lower portion of the mirror is Using hood-mounted air deflectors convex.
Page 60: Power Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Mirrors 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that Power Foldaway the side of the vehicle and the 1. Press (A) to fold the mirrors out area behind are seen. to the driving position. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to 2.
Page 61: Heated Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-17 Manual Foldaway Heated Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward For vehicles with heated mirrors: If the vehicle has the memory to prevent damage when going package, the passenger and/or (Rear Window Defogger): through an automatic car wash.
Page 62: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors and Windows Interior Mirrors The vehicle may also have a Rear Windows Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9 78 Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING for more information. Hold the mirror in the center to If the vehicle has RVC, the button Leaving children, helpless adults,...
Page 63: Manual Windows
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-19 Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 64: Rear Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows Express-down Windows Rear Windows The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually. Vehicles with the express-down Power Sliding Rear Window Push to open the window. feature allow the driver and front passenger windows to Pull to close the window.
Page 65: Sunroof (Extended Cab)
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-21 Roof See Retained Accessory Power Close: From the vent, or open (RAP) on page 9 40 for more position, press and hold the front of information. the switch (A) to close the sunroof. Sunroof (Extended Cab) Vent: From the closed position, The sunroof also has a roller press and hold the rear of the...
Page 66: Sunroof (Crew Cab)
2-22 Keys, Doors and Windows Sunroof (Crew Cab) The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 40 for more information.
Page 67 Keys, Doors and Windows 2-23 To automatically vent or close the or plugging the water drainage sunroof, press the vent open or system. Periodically open the close switch (B). sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof When the sunroof is opened, an air seal and roof sealing area using a deflector will automatically raise.
Page 68 2-24 Keys, Doors and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 69 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap Belt (Crew and Child Restraints Extended Cab) ... . . 3-26 Older Children ....3-49 Restraints Safety Belt Extender .
Page 70: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Adjust the head restraint so that the Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
Page 71: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Center Seat If equipped, the center front Seat Adjustment seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the WARNING center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when You can lose control of the the seatback is folded down.
Page 72: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the seatback, see Storing Memory Positions Power Reclining Seatbacks under To save into memory: Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 6. 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback Memory Seat, Mirrors, and recliner, both outside mirrors, Pedals and the throttle and brake pedals, if available.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver A single beep sounds. The driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals seat moves back approximately The memory feature can recall while recalling a memory position, 8 cm (3 in). To move the seat back the driver seat, outside mirrors, the recall may stop.
Page 74: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Manual Lumbar 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 when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks WARNING (Continued) WARNING For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the You can lose control of the seatback upright. Then sit well vehicle if you try to adjust a back in the seat and wear the manual driver seat while the safety belt properly.
Page 76: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Heated Front Seats position: 1. Lift the lever fully without WARNING applying pressure to the If you cannot feel temperature seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns 2.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Remote Start Heated Seats highest setting. With each press When it is cold outside, the heated of the button, the heated seat seats may turn on automatically will change to the next lower during a remote vehicle start.
Page 78: Rear Seats Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To unfold the seat: 1. Push the seat cushion rearward Rear Seats (Extended while pulling the release strap under the seat cushion. Pull Cab Full Bench) the seat cushion down until it latches. Folding the Rear Seat 2.
Page 79: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Rear Seats (All Split To return the seat to the normal Safety Belts seating position, slowly pull the Bench and Hybrid Full This section of the manual seat cushion down. Bench) describes how to use safety belts Make sure the safety belts are properly.
Page 80 3-12 Seats and Restraints This vehicle has indicators as a Why Safety Belts Work WARNING reminder to buckle the safety belts. When you ride in or on anything, See Safety Belt Reminders on you go as fast as it goes. People riding on the tailgate page 5 19 for additional information.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the The person keeps going until vehicle. The rider does not stop. stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 82: Safety Belts
3-14 Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not.
Page 83: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Q: If I am a good driver, and I How to Wear Safety Belts should I have to wear safety never drive far from home, Properly belts? why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of A: Airbags are supplemental...
Page 84 3-16 Seats and Restraints First, before you or your worn low and snug on the hips, Q: What is wrong with this? passenger(s) wear a safety belt, just touching the thighs. In a crash, there is important information you this applies force to the strong should know.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a lap belt is too loose. In a crash, crash, you would move forward you could slide under the lap too much, which could increase...
Page 86 3-18 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured if the You can be seriously injured belt goes over an armrest like if you wear the shoulder belt this. The belt would be much too under your arm.
Page 88 3-20 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 89: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it If the vehicle is a regular cab, get twisted. then all seating positions in the The lap-shoulder belt may lock if vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 90 3-22 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
Page 91: Extended Cab
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck.
Page 92 3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard This vehicle may have rear shoulder occupants. Although the safety belt comfort guides. If not, they belt pretensioners cannot be seen, are available through your dealer.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-25 WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 94: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
3-26 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 95: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Safety Belt Extender Safety System Check If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten Now and then, check that the safety around you, you should use it. belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, But if a safety belt is not long and anchorages are working enough, your dealer will order you properly.
Page 96: Safety Belt Care
3-28 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts After a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 97: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Airbag System All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following in the trim or on an attached label airbags: near the deployment opening.
Page 98 3-30 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or when it inflates can be seriously very close to, any airbag when it injured or killed.
Page 99: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-31 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger airbag Side Similar is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. If the vehicle has seat mounted side The driver airbag is in the middle of impact airbags for the driver and the steering wheel.
Page 100: When Should An Airbag
3-32 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING Inflate? If something is between an Frontal airbags are designed occupant and an airbag, the to inflate in moderate to severe airbag might not inflate properly frontal or near-frontal crashes or it might force the object into to help reduce the potential for that person causing severe severe injuries mainly to the driver's...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Frontal airbags may inflate Thresholds can also vary with The vehicle may have dual stage at different crash speeds. specific vehicle design. frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags For example: adjust the restraint according to Frontal airbags are not intended to crash severity.
Page 102: Inflate
3-34 Seats and Restraints The vehicle may or may not have In any particular crash, no one What Makes an Airbag seat mounted side impact and can say whether an airbag should Inflate? roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System have inflated simply because of on page 3 29.
Page 103: How Does An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-35 How Does an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags What Will You See After are designed to help contain Restrain? an Airbag Inflates? the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions In moderate to severe frontal After the frontal airbags and in the first and second rows.
Page 104 3-36 Seats and Restraints Airbag inflation does not prevent The vehicle may have a feature In many crashes severe enough to the driver from seeing out of the that may automatically unlock the inflate the airbag, windshields are windshield or being able to steer the doors, turn on the interior lamps and broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 105: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints 3-37 The vehicle has a crash sensing Airbag On-Off Switch and diagnostic module which If one of the switches pictured in the records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data following illustrations is located in the glove box, the vehicle has an Recording and Privacy on page 13 17 and Event Data airbag on-off switch that you can...
Page 106 3-38 Seats and Restraints This switch should only be turned Child age 1 to 12. A child Medical Condition. A passenger age 1 to 12 must ride in the has a medical condition which, to the off position if the person in the right front passenger position front seat because: according to his or her physician:...
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-39 is completed. The airbag off light WARNING (Continued) will come on and stay on to let you know that the right front passenger's of an airbag. In a crash, the airbag is off. See Airbag On-Off airbag will not be able to inflate Light on page 5 21.
Page 108: Passenger Sensing
3-40 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position, unless there is an airbag off switch located in the glove box.
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-41 When the system check is designed to detect the presence complete, either the word ON or of a properly-seated occupant OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will and determine if the right front be visible. See Passenger Airbag passenger frontal airbag should Status Indicator on page 5 23.
Page 110 3-42 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, The passenger sensing system is WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat designed to turn off the right front in the front. This is because the risk passenger frontal airbag if: system is fail-safe.
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-43 The passenger sensing system is build. Everyone in your vehicle If the On Indicator is Lit for a designed to turn on (may inflate) who has outgrown child restraints Child Restraint the right front passenger frontal should wear a safety belt If a child restraint has been installed airbag anytime the system senses...
Page 112 3-44 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an use the following steps to allow the restraint and restarting the system to detect that person and Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is enable the right front passenger still lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Additional Factors Affecting system to turn the airbag off for The on indicator may be lit if some adult size occupants. If this an object, such as a briefcase, System Operation happens, let the belt go back all the handbag, grocery bag, laptop or Safety belts help keep the way and start again.
Page 114: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-46 Seats and Restraints Servicing the Adding Equipment to the WARNING Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 seconds after the Airbags affect how the vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add ignition is turned off and the should be serviced.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-47 In addition, the vehicle may have If you have any questions Q: What if I added a snow plow? a passenger sensing system about this, you should contact Will it keep the airbags from for the right front passenger's Customer Assistance before you working properly? position, which includes sensors...
Page 116: Airbag System Check
3-48 Seats and Restraints Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System I have to get my vehicle Parts After a Crash The airbag system does not need modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance whether this will affect my or replacement.
Page 117: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-49 If an airbag inflates, you will need Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that to replace airbag system parts. come with the booster seat state the See your dealer for service. weight and height limitations for that Older Children booster.
Page 118 3-50 Seats and Restraints Does the lap belt fit low and Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort WARNING snug on the hips, touching the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on thighs? If yes, continue. If no, page 3 21. Never do this. return to the booster seat.
Page 119: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-51 WARNING WARNING Never do this. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt Never allow a child to wear the is wrapped around their neck safety belt with the shoulder belt and the safety belt continues to behind their back.
Page 120 3-52 Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained WARNING (Continued) properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you WARNING must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front Never do this.
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Q: What are the different types of height limitations for a particular WARNING add-on child restraints? child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still available for children with are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 122: Child Restraint Systems
3-54 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child restraint (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's designed to improve the fit of A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
Page 123 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Securing an Add-On Child the LATCH system. See Lower In some areas of the United States Anchors and Tethers for Children and Canada, Certified Child Restraint in the Vehicle (LATCH System) on page 3 57 for Passenger Safety Technicians more information.
Page 124: Where To Put The Restraint
3-56 Seats and Restraints Where to Put the Front Seat Position) on page 3 78 WARNING (Continued) for more information, including Restraint important safety information. Even if the passenger sensing According to accident statistics, A label on the sun visor says, system or airbag switch children and infants are safer Never put a rear-facing child seat in...
Page 125: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-57 Depending on where you place Lower Anchors and WARNING the child restraint and the size of Tethers for Children the child restraint, you may not A child in a child restraint in the (LATCH System) be able to access adjacent safety center front seat can be badly belt assemblies or LATCH anchors The LATCH system holds a child...
Page 126 3-58 Seats and Restraints When installing a child restraint Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor.
Page 127 Seats and Restraints 3-59 Your child restraint may have Lower Anchor and Top Tether a single tether (A) or a dual Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 128 3-60 Seats and Restraints For crew and extended cab models, the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Crew and Extended Cab Rear Seat For regular cab models, there is an Regular Cab anchor symbol on the covers to (Top Tether Anchor): Seating...
Page 129 Seats and Restraints 3-61 For regular cab models, the top For crew and extended cab models, Do not secure a child restraint in a tether anchors are located under the top tether anchors are the loops position without a top tether anchor covers on the back panel behind located near the top of the seatback if a national or local law requires...
Page 130: System
3-62 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint WARNING WARNING Designed for the LATCH System Do not attach more than one Children can be seriously injured child restraint to a single anchor, or strangled if a shoulder belt WARNING except for the center top tether is wrapped around their neck anchors in the crew and extended and the safety belt continues to...
Page 131 Seats and Restraints 3-63 Do not fold the empty rear 1.3. Remove the cover to seat with a safety belt buckled. expose the anchor. This could damage the safety 1.4. Route, attach, and tighten belt or the seat. Unbuckle and the top tether according return the safety belt to its to your child restraint...
Page 132 3-64 Seats and Restraints 2. See Securing Child Restraints Crew and Extended Cab Models 2. If the child restraint manufacturer (Rear Seat Position) on recommends that the top tether 1. Attach and tighten the page 3 66 or Securing Child be attached, attach and tighten lower attachments to the Restraints (Right Front Seat...
Page 133 Seats and Restraints 3-65 restraint post, and 2.3. When using a child restraint under the center with a top tether in the rear shoulder belt (C). passenger position: Attach the top Raise the headrest tether (B) to or head restraint. the top tether Route the top anchor (loop) (D)
Page 134: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
3-66 Seats and Restraints 2.4. Tighten the top tether Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints when and as the child Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) restraint manufacturer's instructions say. When securing a child restraint in WARNING a rear seating position, study the When the top tether is instructions that came with the tightened, the anchor (loop)
Page 135 Seats and Restraints 3-67 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 136 3-68 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 57 for more information.
Page 137: Position)
Seats and Restraints 3-69 Securing Child Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Right Front Seat Position) A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee restraint can be seriously that an airbag will not deploy With Passenger Sensing injured or killed if the right under some unusual System front passenger airbag inflates.
Page 138 3-70 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the You will be using the lap-shoulder LATCH system, see Lower Anchors belt to secure the child restraint in and Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions System) on page 3 57 for how and that came with the child restraint.
Page 139 Seats and Restraints 3-71 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 57 for more information.
Page 140 3-72 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle is equipped with With Airbag Off Switch WARNING a passenger sensing system, This vehicle has airbags. A rear and when the passenger sensing seat is a safer place to secure A child in a rear-facing child system has turned off the right front a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 141 Seats and Restraints 3-73 If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING (Continued) WARNING system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH Even if the airbag switch If the airbag readiness light System) on page 3 57 for how and has turned off the right front ever comes on and stays on, it where to install the child restraint...
Page 142 3-74 Seats and Restraints You will be using the lap-shoulder 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run belt to secure the child restraint in the lap and shoulder portions of this position. Follow the instructions the vehicle's safety belt through that came with the child restraint.
Page 143 Seats and Restraints 3-75 7. If your vehicle does not have If you turned the airbag off with a rear seat and your child the switch, turn on the right front restraint has a top tether, follow passenger airbag when you remove the child restraint manufacturer's the child restraint from the vehicle instructions regarding the use...
Page 144 3-76 Seats and Restraints Never put a rear-facing child If the child restraint has the In Canada, the law requires that restraint in the right front passenger LATCH system, see Lower Anchors forward-facing child restraints have seat. Here is why: and Tethers for Children (LATCH a top tether, and that the tether be System) on page 3 57 for how and...
Page 145 Seats and Restraints 3-77 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 146: Position)
3-78 Seats and Restraints 7. If your child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH WARNING System) on page 3 57 for more information.
Page 147: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Cupholders Glove Box ....4-1 For vehicles equipped with an Vehicles with cupholders have Cupholders .
Page 148: Center Console Storage
Storage Center Console Storage Vehicles with an upper and lower center console storage area have cupholders included. Pull the lever (A) up to access the upper storage area. Raise the upper storage bin, then pull the lever (B) up to access the lower storage area. Use the key to lock and unlock the lower storage area.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Oil Pressure Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-16 Driver Information Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Center (DIC) .
Page 150 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages ....5-49 Controls To adjust the steering wheel: Transmission Messages ..5-50 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull Vehicle Reminder Steering Wheel the lever.
Page 151: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Radio Selecting Tracks on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a To select preset or favorite radio Navigation System) stations: 1. Press and hold Press and release while listening to a song until go to the next or previous radio the contents of the current folder station stored as a preset or...
Page 152 Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device 3. Press and release (End): Press to reject an on the Music Navigator Screen incoming call, or end a current call. to scroll up or down the list. (Vehicles with a Navigation SRCE (Source/Voice To select a folder, press System)
Page 153: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Horn Press to select a track or a folder (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the band up for more frequent when navigating folders on an iPod To sound the horn, press the center wipes or down for less frequent or USB device.
Page 154: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: The vehicle may have a compass in WARNING Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure In freezing weather, do not use Compass Zone 1.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button It is suggested to calibrate away until the vehicle heading, from tall buildings, utility wires, for example, N for North, manhole covers, or other industrial is displayed in the DIC. structures, if possible. Or, if the vehicle does not If CAL should ever appear in the have DIC buttons, press and...
Page 156: Clock
Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock following procedure: start the compass calibration. AM-FM Radio and AM FM Or, if the vehicle does not have Compass Calibration Procedure Radio with CD Player DIC buttons, press and hold 1.
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 3. Press the softkey located under To change the time default setting 4. Press the button until the any one of the tabs to change from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change 12HR or 24HR time format that setting.
Page 158: Power Outlets
5-10 Instruments and Controls MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD 5. To decrease the time or date, do Power Outlets one of the following: Player Accessory power outlets can To set the time and date: Press the SEEK button. be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, 1.
Page 159: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls 5-11 The accessory power outlets are Certain power accessory plugs Cigarette Lighter powered, even when the ignition may not be compatible to the To use the cigarette lighter, push it is in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use accessory power outlet and could in all the way, and let go.
Page 160: Ashtrays
5-12 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The vehicle may have a front function. Often gauges and warning ashtray located near the center of lights work together to indicate a Indicators the instrument panel.
Page 161: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Instrument Cluster English Light Duty Premium Shown. Metric, Uplevel, Base, Heavy Duty Similar. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 162: Speedometer
5-14 Instruments and Controls ® For vehicles with a DURAMAX Odometer Trip Odometer ® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX The odometer shows how far the The trip odometer shows how far Diesel Supplement for more vehicle has been driven, in either the vehicle has been driven since information.
Page 163: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Tachometer Fuel Gauge The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For a description of how Grade Braking affects vehicle speed while the Tow/Haul Mode is activated, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 51 for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 164: Gauge
5-16 Instruments and Controls When the fuel tank is low the If the vehicle has a diesel engine, FUEL LEVEL LOW message see the Duramax diesel supplement appears. See Fuel System for more information. Messages on page 5 46 for If the vehicle is a hybrid, see more information.
Page 165: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Oil pressure can vary with engine Engine Coolant WARNING speed, outside temperature and Temperature Gauge oil viscosity, but if readings are Do not keep driving if the oil outside the normal operating range, pressure is low. The engine can the oil pressure light comes on.
Page 166: Voltmeter Gauge
5-18 Instruments and Controls the gauge reads 100°C (210°F) or Voltmeter Gauge less. If pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 113°C (235°F) mark. If the gauge reaches the 125°C (260°F) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity.
Page 167: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-19 When the engine is running, this This condition is normal since the Safety Belt Reminders gauge shows the condition of the charging system is not able to Driver Safety Belt Reminder charging system. The gauge can provide full power at engine idle.
Page 168: Airbag Readiness Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt Airbag Readiness Light Reminder Light The system checks the airbag's For vehicles equipped with the electrical system for possible passenger safety belt reminder malfunctions. If the light stays light, several seconds after the on it indicates there is an electrical engine is started, a chime sounds problem.
Page 169: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Airbag On-Off Light Then, after several more seconds, WARNING the status indicator ON or OFF, If the vehicle has an airbag on-off or either the on or off symbol, will If the airbag readiness light stays switch, it also has a passenger light to let you know the status of on after the vehicle is started or...
Page 170 5-22 Instruments and Controls WARNING (Continued) Do not turn off the passenger airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group identified by the national government. See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 3 37 for more on this, including important safety information.
Page 171: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Passenger Airbag Status WARNING (Continued) Indicator To help avoid injury to yourself or If the vehicle has one of the others, have the vehicle serviced indicators pictured in the following right away. See Airbag Readiness illustrations, then the vehicle has Light on page 5 20 for more a passenger sensing system for United States...
Page 172: Charging System Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is If it does not, have the vehicle WARNING lit on the passenger airbag status serviced by your dealer. indicator, it means that the right The light should go out once If the airbag readiness light ever front passenger frontal airbag is the engine starts.
Page 173: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Malfunction If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: Modifications made comes on and stays on while the to the engine, transmission, Indicator Lamp engine is running, this indicates exhaust, intake, or fuel system that there is an OBD II problem of the vehicle or the replacement A computer system called OBD II and service is required.
Page 174 5-26 Instruments and Controls Make sure to fuel the vehicle To prevent more serious damage to The following may correct an with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality the vehicle: emissions system malfunction: causes the engine not to run as Reduce vehicle speed. Make sure the fuel cap is efficiently as designed and can fully installed.
Page 175: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Emissions Inspection and The vehicle may not pass Brake System Warning inspection if: Maintenance Programs Light The malfunction indicator lamp is Some state/provincial and With the ignition on, the brake on with the engine running, or if local governments may have system warning light comes on the light does not come on when...
Page 176: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls This light can also come on due to Antilock Brake System WARNING (Continued) low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid on (ABS) Warning Light page 10 32 for more information. warning light on can lead to a crash.
Page 177: Four-Wheel-Drive Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 If the regular brake system warning Four-Wheel-Drive Light Tow/Haul Mode Light light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes.
Page 178: Tire Pressure Light
5-30 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak Indicator The light flashes if the system is When the Light is On Steady active and is working to assist the Light This indicates that one or more driver with directional control of the of the tires are significantly vehicle in difficult driving conditions.
Page 179: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Engine Oil Pressure Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Low Fuel Warning Light maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light comes on briefly while starting the engine.
Page 180: Security Light
5-32 Instruments and Controls Security Light Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light For information regarding this light The fog lamp lights come on when The cruise control light comes on and the vehicle's security system, the fog lamps are in use. whenever the cruise control is set.
Page 181: Information Displays
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Information Displays The DIC has different displays DIC Buttons which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located Driver Information on the instrument panel, next to Center (DIC) the steering wheel. If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the trip The vehicle has a Driver Information odometer reset stem can be used Center (DIC).
Page 182 5-34 Instruments and Controls The compass and outside Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer can be reset to temperature will also be shown zero by pressing the set/reset (with DIC Buttons) in the display. The temperature button while the trip odometer is (Trip/Fuel): Press this button will be shown in °C or °F depending displayed.
Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-35 For example, if the vehicle was For example, if driving in traffic and Fuel Used driven 8 km (5 miles) before it making frequent stops, this display Press the trip/fuel button until is started again, and then the may read one number, but if the FUEL USED displays.
Page 184 5-36 Instruments and Controls To stop the timer, press the set/reset This display shows the Vehicle Information Menu button briefly while TIMER is instantaneous fuel economy in Items (with DIC Buttons) displayed. liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) (Vehicle Information): Press or miles per gallon (mpg).
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-37 recommended in the Maintenance Tire Pressure Trailer Gain and Output Schedule in this manual. If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure On vehicles with the Integrated See Scheduled Maintenance on Monitor System (TPMS), the Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) page 11 2 for more information.
Page 186 5-38 Instruments and Controls Compass Zone Setting Odometer driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if the This display allows for setting the Press the trip odometer reset trip odometer is not reset at the compass zone.
Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Language Engine Hours 3. Continue to press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to scroll This display allows you to select To display the ENGINE HOURS, through all of the available the language in which the DIC place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or languages.
Page 188 5-40 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer has a feature Transmission Temperature To adjust trailer gain see Integrated called the retro-active reset. This Trailer Brake Control System under Press the trip odometer reset can be used to set the trip odometer Towing Equipment on page 9 112 stem until TRANS TEMP displays.
Page 189: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 When the remaining oil life is low, Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC message will appear on the display. indicate the status of the vehicle See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON BATTERY LOW START or some action may be needed...
Page 190: Brake System Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKES SOON CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, this message SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM displays if there is a problem with On some vehicles, this message This message displays along with the brake system. If this message displays if there is a problem the brake system warning light if appears, stop as soon as possible...
Page 191: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 As soon as it is safe to do so, HOOD OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN carefully pull your vehicle over This message displays and a This message displays and a chime to the side of the road and turn chime may sound if the hood may sound if the front passenger the ignition off.
Page 192: Engine Cooling System
5-44 Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE Messages Notice: If you drive the vehicle Notice: If you drive the vehicle ENGINE HOT A/C while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, (Air Conditioning) severe engine damage may severe engine damage may...
Page 193: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the This message displays and a while the engine oil pressure engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 194: Fuel System Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE This message displays and a OWNERS MANUAL chime may sound if the fuel level This message displays if a Remote is low.
Page 195: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-47 SERVICE PARK ASSIST Stop; turn off the engine for at least STABILITRAK OFF 15 seconds; then start the engine If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this again. If this message still comes Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, message displays when you turn on, it means there is a problem.
Page 196: Airbag System Messages
5-48 Instruments and Controls There are several conditions that TRACTION CONTROL OFF Anti-Theft Alarm System can cause this message to appear. Messages If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this If the vehicle is overheating, message displays when the Traction SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT which could occur if StabiliTrak Control System (TCS) is turned off.
Page 197: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-49 Tire Messages TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE (left rear), or RIGHT RR (right rear) to indicate the location of the low If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure SERVICE TIRE MONITOR tire. The low tire pressure warning Monitor System (TPMS), this SYSTEM light will also come on.
Page 198: Transmission Messages
5-50 Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE Notice: If you drive the vehicle CHECK TRAILER WIRING If the vehicle has four-wheel while the transmission fluid is drive, this message may display overheating and the transmission On vehicles with the Integrated if a problem occurs with the...
Page 199: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-51 When this message displays, power TRAILER CONNECTED Washer Fluid Messages is no longer available to the trailer On vehicles with the Integrated WASHER FLUID LOW ADD brakes. Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, FLUID As soon as it is safe to do so, this message displays briefly when carefully pull the vehicle over to the a trailer with electric brakes is first...
Page 200: Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization
5-52 Instruments and Controls Vehicle The default settings for the Feature Settings Menu Items customization features were set Personalization The following customization features when the vehicle left the factory, allow you to program settings to the but may have been changed from vehicle: Vehicle Personalization their default state since then.
Page 201 Instruments and Controls 5-53 DISPLAY LANGUAGE NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to select setting will remain. the DIC display. Press the set/reset the language in which the DIC button once to access the settings messages will appear.
Page 202 5-54 Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors Press the customization button until will unlock when the key is taken REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to turn out of the ignition. the DIC display.
Page 203 Instruments and Controls 5-55 NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button DELAY DOOR LOCK made to this feature. The current until REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK On vehicles with a crew cab, this setting will remain. appears on the DIC display. Press feature turns the delayed door locks the set/reset button once to access To select a setting, press the...
Page 204 5-56 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until EXIT LIGHTING NO CHANGE: No change will be DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on made to this feature. The current This feature allows you to select the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting will remain.
Page 205 Instruments and Controls 5-57 ON (default): If it is dark enough CHIME VOLUME PARK TILT MIRRORS outside, the exterior lights will turn If available, this feature allows you If the vehicle has this feature, it on briefly when you unlock the to select the volume level of the allows you to select if the outside vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Page 206 5-58 Instruments and Controls PASSENGER MIRROR: The EASY EXIT RECALL BUTTON & KEY OUT (default): passenger outside mirror will be If the features are enabled through If the vehicle has this feature, tilted down when the vehicle is the EASY EXIT SETUP menu, the it allows you to select your shifted into R (Reverse).
Page 207 Instruments and Controls 5-59 EASY EXIT SETUP NO CHANGE: No change will be ON: The driver seat and, on made to this feature. The current some vehicles, the outside mirrors If the vehicle has this feature, it setting will remain. will automatically move to the allows you to select which areas stored driving position when the...
Page 208 5-60 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS REMOTE START appears on the This feature allows you to set all of This feature allows you to exit the DIC display. Press the set/reset the customization features back to feature settings menu.
Page 209: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-61 Exiting the Feature Universal Remote This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control Settings Menu System transmitters used to activate The feature settings menu will be devices such as garage door See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following openers, security systems, and page 13 19 for information...
Page 210 5-62 Instruments and Controls Be sure to keep the original Programming Universal Home remote control transmitter for Remote Rolling Code use in other vehicles, as well as For questions or help programming for future programming. Only the the Universal Home Remote original remote control transmitter System, call 1-866-572-2728 is needed for Fixed Code...
Page 211 Instruments and Controls 5-63 3. Immediately return to the To program another Rolling Code vehicle. Press and hold the device such as an additional garage Universal Home Remote button door opener, a security device, that will be used to control the or home automation device, repeat garage door until the garage Steps 1 through 5, choosing a...
Page 212 5-64 Instruments and Controls Programming Universal Home return to the previous section for Programming Universal Remote Fixed Code Home Remote Rolling Code. For questions or help programming Your hand-held transmitter the Universal Home Remote can have between 8 to 12 dip System, call 1-866-572-2728 switches depending on the or go to www.learcar2u.com.
Page 213 Instruments and Controls 5-65 If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
Page 214 5-66 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 6. Press and hold the button slowly. Enter each switch setting that will be used to control the from Step 2 into your vehicle's garage door until the garage Universal Home Remote. door moves.
Page 215: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-67 Universal Remote System To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Operation Universal Home Remote device: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold the two outside button for at least half of a second. buttons at the same time for The indicator light will come on approximately 20 seconds,...
Page 216 5-68 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 217: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-8 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 218 Lighting The exterior lamps control has four When the vehicle is turned off (Headlamps): Turns on the positions: and the headlamps are in AUTO, headlamps together with the the headlamps may automatically following: (Off): Turns off the automatic remain on for a set time. The time of headlamps and daytime running Parking Lamps the delay can be changed using the...
Page 219: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Turn the headlamp control to off Headlamp Flash-to-Pass and then back to the headlamp on High/Low-Beam This feature lets you use the position to make the headlamps Changer high-beam headlamps to signal stay on for an additional 10 minutes. a driver in front of you that you (Headlamp High/Low Push the turn signal/multifunction...
Page 220: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running To turn off the DRL lamps, turn the exterior lamps control to the Lamps (DRL) OFF position and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can the transmission must be in the make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 221: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The DRL and automatic headlamp The headlamps will also stay Hazard Warning Flashers system are only affected when the on after you exit the vehicle. light sensor detects a change in This feature can be programmed lighting lasting longer than the using the Driver Information Center delay.
Page 222: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting Fog Lamps position whenever it is released. Signals For vehicles with fog lamps, the If after signaling a turn or a lane control is located next to the exterior change the arrows flash rapidly or lamps control on the instrument do not come on, a signal bulb could panel, to the left of the steering...
Page 223: Roof-Mounted Lamp
Lighting Auxiliary will activate the lamp and illuminate Interior Lighting an indicator light at the bottom of Roof-Mounted Lamp this button. Pressing the top of the Instrument Panel button will turn off the roof mounted If the vehicle has this feature, this Illumination Control lamp and indicator.
Page 224: Control
Lighting Turn the knob clockwise or Dome Lamps counterclockwise to brighten The dome lamps are located in the or dim the instrument panel lights. overhead console. Turning the knob to the farthest clockwise position turns on the They come on when any door is dome lamps.
Page 225: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management For vehicles with reading lamps, Entry Lighting they are located on the overhead The vehicle has Electric Power console. Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the battery's temperature and state To turn on the reading lamps, press feature.
Page 226: Battery Power Protection
6-10 Lighting The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur idle if the electrical loads are very in steps or levels, without being high. This is true for all vehicles. noticeable. In rare cases at the This is because the generator highest levels of corrective action, (alternator) may not be spinning this action may be noticeable to the...
Page 227: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following System while the vehicle is parked: Infotainment Become familiar with the Determine which radio the vehicle operation and controls of has and read the following pages to Introduction the audio system.
Page 228: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System The vehicle has Retained Operation Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 40 for more information. Navigation/Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the separate Navigation System Manual.
Page 229 Infotainment System Radio with CD (MP3) Shown; Radio with USB and CD (MP3), Radio with USB and Six-Disc CD (MP3), and Radio with CD Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 230 Infotainment System Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD radio may have a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7 39 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate.
Page 231 Infotainment System Using the Radio Speed Compensated Volume Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) (SCV): Radios with Speed (AM-FM Radio and AM-FM (Power/Volume): Press to turn Compensated Volume (SCV) Radio with CD) the system on and off. automatically adjust the radio To adjust the bass or treble: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise volume to compensate for road to increase or decrease the volume.
Page 232 Infotainment System Setting the Tone 3. Adjust the setting by doing one To quickly adjust all tone and of the following: speaker controls to the middle (Bass/Midrange/Treble) (All Except AM-FM Radio position, press the knob for Turn the knob clockwise and Radio with CD) more than two seconds until a or counterclockwise.
Page 233 Infotainment System Adjusting the Speakers Adjusting the Speakers 3. Adjust the setting by doing one of the following: (Balance/Fade) (AM-FM Radio (Balance/Fade) (All Except and AM-FM Radio with CD) AM-FM Radio and Radio Turn the knob clockwise with CD) To adjust the balance or fade: or counterclockwise.
Page 234: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio Messages Radio display and artist information displays on the bottom line. Calibration Error: The audio When information is not available, AM-FM Radio system has been calibrated NO INFO displays. for the vehicle from the factory. Radio Data System (RDS) If Calibration Error displays, it Finding a Station means that the radio has not been...
Page 235 Infotainment System Storing Radio Stations Setting Preset Stations SEEK: Press to seek the next radio station. Press and hold for a To store presets: Drivers are encouraged to store few seconds until a beep sounds to the radio station while the vehicle 1.
Page 236: Satellite Radio
7-10 Infotainment System The number of favorites pages can Satellite Radio (Information) (XM Satellite Radio be set up using the MENU button. Service): For vehicles with XM, Satellite Radio Service To set up the number of favorites press to display additional text pages: XM is a satellite radio service based information related to the current...
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-11 2. Press either of the two softkeys Adding and Removing Categories REV: Press to go to the below the desired category tab previous XM category. Categories cannot be added or to immediately tune to the first removed while the vehicle is moving FWD: Press to go to the next XM station in that category.
Page 238 7-12 Infotainment System Storing XM Channels 3. Press and hold one of the six XM Radio Messages softkeys until a beep sounds. Drivers are encouraged to store XL (Explicit Language 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to XM channels while the vehicle is Channels): These channels, store additional radio stations.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-13 Channel Unauth: This channel is No Information: No text or XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, blocked or cannot be received with informational messages are this message alternates with the your XM subscription package. available at this time on this XM Radio eight digit radio ID label.
Page 240: Radio Reception
7-14 Infotainment System Radio Reception FM Stereo Cellular Phone Usage FM signals only reach about Cellular phone usage may cause Frequency interference and 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 miles). interference with the vehicle's static can occur during normal Although the radio has a built-in radio.
Page 241: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System 7-15 Fixed Mast Antenna Audio Players If a label is added to a CD, or more than one CD is The fixed mast antenna can inserted into the slot at a time, CD Player withstand most car washes without or an attempt is made to play being damaged as long as it is scratched or damaged CDs, the...
Page 242 7-16 Infotainment System Care of CDs Inserting a CD To insert multiple CDs: (Single CD Player) 1. Press and hold the LOAD button If playing a CD-R, the sound quality for two seconds. A beep sounds can be reduced due to CD-R or Insert a CD partway into the slot, and Load All Discs displays.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-17 Ejecting a CD When a CD is inserted, the CD (Information): Press to display symbol displays on the left side (Six-Disc CD Player) additional text information related of the radio display. As each new to the current song. If information is EJECT : Press and release track starts to play, the track number available, the song title information...
Page 244 7-18 Infotainment System For the Radio with CD (MP3) and MP3 Supported Files REV (Fast Reverse): Press Radio with USB and CD (MP3): and hold to reverse playback quickly The Radio with CD (MP3), Radio within a track. 1. Press the softkey positioned with USB and CD (MP3), and Radio under the RDM tab until Random with USB and Six-Disc CD (MP3)
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-19 CD R or CD RW Supported File Order of Play File System and Naming and Folder Structure Compressed audio files are The song name that displays is the The radio supports: accessed in the following order: song name that is contained in the ID3 tag.
Page 246 7-20 Infotainment System Playlists that have an .m3u or .pls Playing an MP3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold file extension and are stored on a to reverse playback quickly. Sound (Information): Press to USB device may be supported by is heard at a reduced volume and display additional text information the radio with a USB port.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-21 RDM (Random): Press to listen To change from playback by artist to (Music Navigator): Press the to tracks in random, rather than playback by album: softkey below the tab to play sequential order. To use random, 1. Press the softkey located below the files in order by artist or album.
Page 248: Cd/Dvd Player
7-22 Infotainment System The air is very humid. If so, wait CD Player Messages CD/DVD Player about an hour and try again. CHECK DISC: If this message Care of the CD and DVD Player There was a problem while displays and/or the CD ejects, it burning the CD.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-23 If a label is added to Care of CDs and DVDs If the surface of a disc is soiled, a CD, or more than one CD is clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or If playing a CD-R or CD-RW, the inserted into the slot at a time, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, sound quality can be reduced due to...
Page 250 7-24 Infotainment System Front seat passengers can listen Inserting a Disc If loading and reading of a disc to the radio (AM, FM, or XM if cannot be completed, due to Insert a disc partway into either slot, equipped) by pressing the BAND unknown format, etc., and the disc label side up.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-25 When a CD is inserted, the text If a front auxiliary device is (Tune): Turn to select tracks on tab DVD or CD symbol displays connected, the DVD/CD AUX the disc that is currently playing. on the left side of the radio display. button cycles through all available SEEK: Press to go to the start As each new track starts to play,...
Page 252 7-26 Infotainment System MP3 and WMA Supported Files CD R or CD RW Supported File REV (Fast Reverse): Press and Folder Structure and hold to reverse playback quickly Format within a track. The DVD player supports: The radio can play .mp3 or .wma FWD (Fast Forward): Press Up to 255 folders.
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-27 Root Directory function does not function on a Tracks are played in the following disc that was recorded without order: The root directory of the disc is folders or playlists. When displaying treated as a folder. If the root Play begins from the first track the name of the folder, the radio directory has compressed audio...
Page 254 7-28 Infotainment System File System and Naming Playing an MP3 or WMA FWD (Fast Forward): Press (in Either the DVD or CD Slot) and hold to advance playback The song name that displays is the quickly. song name that is contained in the If a disc is inserted into the top DVD ID3 tag.
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-29 The player scans the disc to sort To change from playback by artist to Using the DVD Player the files by artist and album ID3 tag playback by album: The DVD player can be controlled information. It can take several 1.
Page 256 7-30 Infotainment System Inserting a Disc Ejecting a Disc more information. If a portable audio player is not connected, No Aux Insert a disc partway into the DVD (Eject): Press and Input Device displays. If a disc is top slot, label side up. The player release to eject the disc currently in both the DVD slot and the CD pulls it in and the disc should begin...
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-31 Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V (Power): Press to turn the SEEK: Press to return to the (Video) radio on or off. Turn clockwise or start of the current track or chapter. counterclockwise to increase or Press again to go to the previous Once a DVD-V is inserted, the decrease the volume.
Page 258 7-32 Infotainment System If the DVD still does not play, Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A (Return): Press to exit the (Audio) refer to the on-screen instructions, current active menu and return to if available. the previous menu. This button Once a DVD-A is inserted, the operates only when a DVD is (Stop): Press to stop playing,...
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-33 Stopping and Resuming CD/DVD Player Messages (Audio Stream): Press to cycle Playback through audio stream formats Disc Format Error: This message located on the DVD-A disc. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without The video screen shows the the disc label wrong side up, or if turning off the system, press...
Page 260: Auxiliary Devices
7-34 Infotainment System Player Error: This message If any error occurs repeatedly To use a portable audio player, displays if there are disc load or or if an error cannot be corrected, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to disc eject problems.
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-35 CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to auxiliary device is connected, the USB Supported Devices play a CD when a portable audio DVD/CD AUX button cycles through USB flash drive device is playing. Press again and all available options, such as: DVD Portable USB hard drive the system begins playing audio slot, CD slot, front auxiliary, and rear...
Page 262 7-36 Infotainment System USB Supported File and Folder To connect an iPod, connect one Using the Radio to Control a Structure end of the USB cable that came USB Storage Device or iPod with the iPod to the iPod s dock The radio supports: The radio can control a USB connector and connect the other...
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-37 FWD (Fast Forward): Press (Pause): Press the softkey 4. Turn to scroll through the files and hold to advance playback in the selected folder. below to pause the track. quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced The tab appears raised when pause 5.
Page 264 7-38 Infotainment System Repeat Functionality (Music Navigator): Press 4. Turn to scroll through the folders or files in the the softkey below to view and To use Repeat: selected menu. select a file on an iPod, using the Press the softkey below iPod's menu system.
Page 265: Rear Seat Infotainment
Infotainment System 7-39 Shuffle Functionality Rear Seat Before Driving To use Shuffle: Infotainment The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot Press the softkey below safely view the video screen while Rear Seat Entertainment , or to select between driving and should not try to do so.
Page 266 7-40 Infotainment System Parental Control Headphones listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary The RSE system may have a source connected to A/V jacks or Parental Control feature, depending the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle on which radio the vehicle has.
Page 267 Infotainment System 7-41 If you move too far forward or step If the foam ear pads attached to Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks out of the vehicle, the headphones the headphones become worn or lose the audio signal. damaged, the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set.
Page 268 7-42 Infotainment System Adapter connectors or cables the wired headphones. See Using Audio Output (not included) may be required the Auxiliary Input Jack under Audio from the DVD player or to connect the auxiliary device Auxiliary Devices on page 7 34 for auxiliary inputs can be heard to the A/V jacks.
Page 269 Infotainment System 7-43 When a device is connected to the When the video screen is not in Remote Control A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary use, push it up into its locked input jack if the vehicle has this position. feature, the rear seat passengers If a DVD is playing and the screen are able to hear audio from the...
Page 270 7-44 Infotainment System Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons (Enter): Press this button to could also affect the function of the select the choice that is highlighted (Power): Press this button to remote control. in any menu. turn the video screen on and off.
Page 271 Infotainment System 7-45 While the DVD is playing, the DVD (Fast Reverse): Press this (Subtitles): Press this button to can be played slowly by pressing button to quickly reverse the DVD turn on or off subtitles and to move the play/pause button then pressing or CD.
Page 272 7-46 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart 10 (Double Digit Entries): Press this button to select chapter or Problem Recommended Action track numbers greater than nine. Press this button before entering There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.
Page 273 Infotainment System 7-47 DVD Display Error Messages Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) The DVD display error message Problem Recommended Action depends on the radio that is in the The auxiliary source is running, but Check that the RSE video screen vehicle.
Page 274: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-48 Infotainment System DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) The RSA functions can be used even while the main radio is off. System Video distortion can occur when The front audio system will display operating cellular phones, scanners, the headphone icon when the RSA Vehicles with this feature allow CB radios, Global Position Systems is on, and it will disappear from the...
Page 275 Infotainment System 7-49 This function is inactive, with some PROG (Program): Press this radios, if the front seat passengers button to go to the next preset are listening to the radio. radio station or channel set on the main radio. This function is inactive, Press and hold either seek arrow with some radios, if the front seat until the display flashes, to tune to...
Page 276: Bluetooth
7-50 Infotainment System Phone Noise: Keep interior noise levels Bluetooth Controls to a minimum. The system may not Use the buttons located on the recognize voice commands if there Bluetooth steering wheel to operate the is too much background noise. in vehicle Bluetooth system.
Page 277 Infotainment System 7-51 Pairing Information Pairing a Phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are Up to five cell phones can be 1. Press and hold paired and connected to the paired to the Bluetooth system. two seconds. vehicle.
Page 278 7-52 Infotainment System Deleting a Paired Phone 3. Say Change phone. Digit Store: This command allows a phone number to be stored as a If the phone name you want to If another cell phone is name tag by entering the digits one delete is unknown, see Listing All found, the response will be at a time.
Page 279 Infotainment System 7-53 Using the Digit Store Command Using the Delete Command Using the List Command If an unwanted number is 1. Press and hold 1. Press and hold recognized by the system, say two seconds. two seconds. Clear at any time to clear the 2.
Page 280 7-54 Infotainment System Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Receiving a Call Command recognized by the system, say When an incoming call is received, Verify at any time. the audio system mutes and a ring 1.
Page 281 Infotainment System 7-55 Three Way Calling Muting a Call Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle: enabled by the wireless service...
Page 282 7-56 Infotainment System Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out voice recognition commands on the of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
Page 283: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) ..8-1 Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) .
Page 284 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn The recirculation mode cannot be (Floor): Air is directed to the clockwise or counterclockwise selected in the defog or defrost floor outlets, with some air directed to increase or decrease the mode. When either mode is to the windshield and side window temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 285 Climate Controls The rear window defogger only (Recirculation): Press to (Air Conditioning): Press to works when the ignition is in turn the recirculation mode on. turn the air conditioning system on ON/RUN. The rear window An indicator light comes on to or off.
Page 286 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or With this system the heating and ventilation can be controlled. decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the front system off. Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the...
Page 287: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets, with some air directed The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with to the windshield, side window, and this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system second row floor outlets.
Page 288 Climate Controls Driver and Passenger Side temperature display shows the (On/Off): Press to turn the temperature setting increasing or Temperature Controls climate control system on or decreasing. off. Outside air still enters the The driver and passenger side vehicle, and is directed to the The passenger temperature temperature buttons are used to floor.
Page 289 Climate Controls Automatic Operation The air inlet will normally be set system remains at the maximum to outside air. If it is hot outside, heat setting. Choosing either AUTO (Automatic): When the air inlet may automatically maximum setting will not cause automatic operation is active, switch to the recirculate mode to the vehicle to heat or cool any...
Page 290 Climate Controls Manual Operation Pressing either mode button while in (Defog): This mode clears automatic control places the mode the windows of fog or moisture. (Fan Control): Press these under manual control. The air Air is directed to the windshield, buttons to increase or decrease the delivery mode setting displays and floor outlets, and side window vents.
Page 291 Climate Controls The passenger temperature If this button is pressed when (Recirculation): Press control cannot be activated while in the air conditioning compressor to turn the recirculation mode on. defrost mode. If the PASS button is is unavailable due to outside An indicator light comes on to show pressed, the button indicator flashes conditions, the indicator flashes...
Page 292 8-10 Climate Controls The recirculation mode can be The defogger can also be turned off Sensors turned off by pressing the outside by turning the engine off. Do not air button, or by turning off the drive the vehicle until all windows ignition.
Page 293: Air Vents
Climate Controls 8-11 There is also an exterior Air Vents temperature sensor located Use the air outlets located in the behind the front grille. This sensor center and on the side of the reads the outside air temperature instrument panel to direct the and helps maintain the temperature airflow.
Page 294 8-12 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 295 Driving and Operating Driving and Fast Idle System ... . . 9-39 Ride Control Systems ® Retained Accessory StabiliTrak System ..9-70 Operating Power (RAP) .
Page 296: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Towing Driving Information WARNING (Continued) General Towing Information ....9-90 Defensive Driving Driver distraction can cause Driving Characteristics and collisions resulting in injury or Towing Tips .
Page 297: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Death and injury associated with Medical research shows that Braking drinking and driving is a global alcohol in a person's system See Brake System Warning Light on tragedy. can make crash injuries worse, page 5 27. especially injuries to the brain, Alcohol affects four things that spinal cord, or heart.
Page 298: Steering
Driving and Operating And, of course, actual stopping brakes. If the brakes are pumped, Steering Tips distances vary greatly with the the pedal could get harder to push It is important to take curves at a surface of the road, whether it is down.
Page 299: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery There are times when steering The vehicle's right wheels can drop can be more effective than braking. off the edge of a road onto the For example, you come over a hill shoulder while driving.
Page 300: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Loss of Control The three types of skids correspond these conditions. It is important to to the vehicle's three control slow down on slippery surfaces Let us review what driving experts systems. In the braking skid, because stopping distance is longer say about what happens when the the wheels are not rolling.
Page 301: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Off-Road Driving serious or even fatal accident Before You Go Off-Roading if you drink and drive or ride with a Have all necessary maintenance Vehicles with four-wheel drive driver who has been drinking. and service work done. can be used for off-road driving.
Page 302 Driving and Operating If you think you will need some Notice: Operating your vehicle Loading Your Vehicle for more ground clearance at the front for extended periods without Off-Road Driving of your vehicle, you can remove the the front fascia lower air dam front fascia lower air dam.
Page 303 Driving and Operating Be sure the load is properly Avoid any driving practice WARNING (Continued) secured, so things are not that could damage shrubs, tossed around. flowers, trees, or grasses or Heavy loads on the roof raise disturb wildlife. This includes You will find other important the vehicle's center of gravity, wheel-spinning, breaking down...
Page 304 9-10 Driving and Operating The vehicle has more bounce Traveling to Remote Areas Getting Familiar with Off-Road when driving over obstacles. Driving It makes sense to plan your trip, More braking distance is especially when going to a remote It is a good idea to practice in an needed, especially on an area.
Page 305 Driving and Operating 9-11 Scanning the Terrain Surface Obstacles: Unseen or When driving over bumps, rocks, hidden obstacles can be hazardous. or other obstacles, the wheels can Off-road driving can take you over A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can leave the ground.
Page 306 9-12 Driving and Operating Is there a straight path up Driving on Hills Approaching a Hill or down the hill so you will Off-road driving often takes you up, When you approach a hill, decide not have to make turning down, or across a hill.
Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-13 Ease up on the speed as you Driving Uphill If the vehicle stalls, or is about to approach the top of the hill. stall, and you cannot make it up Once you decide it is safe to drive the hill: Attach a flag to the vehicle to up the hill:...
Page 308 9-14 Driving and Operating While backing down the hill, put Never try to turn around if about WARNING your left hand on the steering to stall when going up a hill. wheel at the 12 o'clock position If the hill is steep enough to Shifting the transfer case to so you can tell if the wheels are stall the vehicle, it is steep...
Page 309 Driving and Operating 9-15 Never go downhill with the Driving Downhill WARNING transmission in N (Neutral), When off-roading takes you called free-wheeling. The brakes downhill, consider: Heavy braking when going will have to do all the work and down a hill can cause your could overheat and fade.
Page 310 9-16 Driving and Operating Driving Across an Incline end over end. But when driving For these reasons, carefully across an incline, the narrower consider whether to try to drive An off-road trail will probably go track width the distance across an incline. Just because across the incline of a hill.
Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-17 Stalling on an Incline Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these or Ice surfaces, it is very easy to lose WARNING When you drive in mud, snow, control.
Page 312 9-18 Driving and Operating Driving in Water Find out how deep the water is After Off-Road Driving before driving through it. Do not Remove any brush or debris that try it if it is deep enough to cover WARNING has collected on the underbody, the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust chassis, or under the hood.
Page 313: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-19 Driving on Wet Roads Hydroplaning WARNING (Continued) Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Rain and wet roads can reduce can build up under the vehicle's After driving through a large vehicle traction and affect your tires so they actually ride on the puddle of water or a car/vehicle ability to stop and accelerate.
Page 314: Highway Hypnosis
9-20 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: to your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 315: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-21 Winter Driving Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING If you accelerate too fast, the drive Driving on Snow or Ice wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) surface under the tires even more. Drive carefully when there is snow or with the ignition off is or ice between the tires and the...
Page 316 9-22 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
Page 317: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-23 To save fuel, run the engine for only If the Vehicle is Stuck WARNING short periods as needed to warm Slowly and cautiously spin the the vehicle and then shut the engine If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels to free the vehicle when off and close the window most of speed, they can explode, and...
Page 318 9-24 Driving and Operating Rocking Your Vehicle to Get vehicle. If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries, it might It Out need to be towed out. Recovery Turn the steering wheel left and hooks can be used, if the vehicle right to clear the area around the has them.
Page 319: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-25 Vehicle Load Limits Tire and Loading Information WARNING Label It is very important to know Do not load the vehicle how much weight your vehicle any heavier than the can carry. This weight is called Gross Vehicle Weight the vehicle capacity weight Rating (GVWR), or either the and includes the weight of...
Page 320 9-26 Driving and Operating The tire and loading information There is also important loading Subtract the combined label shows the number of information on the vehicle weight of the driver and occupant seating positions (A), Certification/Tire label. It tells passengers from XXX kg and the maximum vehicle you the Gross Vehicle Weight or XXX lbs.
Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-27 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 322 9-28 Driving and Operating Refer to your vehicle's tire and The label shows the size of loading information label for your vehicle's original tires and specific information about your the inflation pressures needed vehicle's capacity weight and to obtain the gross weight seating positions.
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-29 Never exceed the GVWR for Notice : Overloading the WARNING your vehicle, or the GAWR for vehicle may cause damage. either the front or rear axle. Repairs would not be covered Do not load the vehicle any by the vehicle warranty.
Page 324 9-30 Driving and Operating If you put things inside your Two-Tiered Loading WARNING (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, Depending on the model of your tools, packages, or anything Do not leave an pick up, an upper load platform else they go as fast as the unsecured child restraint can be created by positioning vehicle goes.
Page 325 Driving and Operating 9-31 Any load that extends beyond Remember not to exceed Loading Points the vehicle's taillamp area must the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front be properly marked according to local laws and regulations. or rear axle. Remember not to exceed Maximum the Gross Axle Weight...
Page 326: Truck-Camper Loading
9-32 Driving and Operating The holes for the Cargo When installing and loading a Refer to the Truck-Camper Management System (C) are slide-in camper, check the Loading Information label in the not intended for attachment manufacturer's instructions. glove box for dimensions A and of aftermarket equipment.
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-33 Here is an example of proper When the truck is used to carry Any accessories or other truck and camper match: a slide in camper, the total cargo equipment that are added to load of the truck consists of the the vehicle must be weighed.
Page 328: Starting And Operating
9-34 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for When the truck camper is Starting and the first 322 km (200 miles) loaded, drive to a scale and Operating or so. During this time the weigh on the front and on the new brake linings are not rear wheels separately to yet broken in.
Page 329: Adjustable Throttle And Brake
Driving and Operating 9-35 Adjustable Throttle and Press the bottom of the control to Ignition Positions move the pedals closer. Press the Brake Pedal top of the control to move the pedals away. On vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the Before you start driving, fully throttle and brake pedals.
Page 330 9-36 Driving and Operating A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ In an emergency: The steering can bind with the LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is wheels turned off center. If this 1. Brake using a firm and steady stopped, turn the ignition switch to happens, move the steering wheel pressure.
Page 331: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-37 C (ON/RUN): This position can Starting the Engine Before adding electrical be used to operate the electrical equipment, check with your If the vehicle has a Duramax diesel accessories and to display some dealer. If you do not, the engine engine, see the Duramax diesel instrument panel cluster warning might not perform properly.
Page 332 9-38 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a When the Low Fuel warning 2. If the engine does not start Computer-Controlled lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL after 5 10 seconds, especially Cranking System. This feature LOW message is displayed in in very cold weather (below assists in starting the engine the Driver Information Center...
Page 333: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating 9-39 Releasing the Parking Brake. Fast Idle System To control the fast idle: The transmission shifter is To enable the Fast Idle System, If the vehicle has this feature it is moved out of P (Park) or press and release the Cruise available only with cruise control.
Page 334: Power (Rap)
9-40 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Engine Coolant Heater To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Power (RAP) The engine heater can provide 1. Turn off the engine. easier starting and better fuel The following vehicle accessories economy during engine warm-up can be used for up to 10 minutes 2.
Page 335: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-41 Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then WARNING (Continued) set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9 69 WARNING You could be seriously injured. for more information. Plug the cord into a properly It can be dangerous to get out of 2.
Page 336 9-42 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the Torque Lock WARNING (Continued) Engine Running If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission And, if you leave the vehicle WARNING into P (Park) properly, the weight with the engine running, it could of the vehicle may put too much overheat and even catch fire.
Page 337: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-43 Shifting Out of Park To shift out of P (Park) use the Parking Over Things following: That Burn This vehicle is equipped with 1. Apply the brake pedal. an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is WARNING 2.
Page 338: Active Fuel Management
9-44 Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) Vehicles with V8 engines may There are holes or openings have Active Fuel Management . WARNING in the vehicle body from This system allows the engine to damage or after-market Engine exhaust contains Carbon operate on either all or half of its modifications that are not...
Page 339: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Driving and Operating 9-45 Running the Vehicle WARNING WARNING While Parked It can be dangerous to get out Four-wheel drive vehicles with the It is better not to park with the of the vehicle if the automatic transfer case in N (Neutral) will engine running.
Page 340: Automatic Transmission
9-46 Driving and Operating Automatic There are several different positions P (Park): This position locks the for the shift lever. rear wheels. It is the best position Transmission to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move If the vehicle is a hybrid, see easily.
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-47 R (Reverse): Use this gear to WARNING (Continued) WARNING back up. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Shifting into a drive gear while the could be injured. To be sure the while the vehicle is moving engine is running at high speed is vehicle will not move, even when forward could damage the dangerous.
Page 342 9-48 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for Downshifting the transmission in The transmission uses normal driving. It provides the best slippery road conditions could result adaptive shift controls. fuel economy. If you need more in skidding. See Skidding under Adaptive shift controls continually power for passing, and you are: Loss of Control on page 9 6.
Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-49 M (Manual Mode): This position It can help control vehicle speed as For an Allison Transmission or is available on vehicles with the you go down steep mountain roads, Hydra-Matic 6-Speed transmission, Allison Transmission or Hydra-Matic but then you would also want to use this position reduces vehicle speed 6-Speed transmission.
Page 344: Manual Mode
9-50 Driving and Operating Manual Mode To use this feature, do the following: Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. 1. Move the shift lever to Range Selection Mode See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 51. M (Manual Mode).
Page 345: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-51 Low Traction Mode Tow/Haul Mode The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever. Turn If your vehicle has the Allison the Tow/Haul Mode on and off Transmission, or the Hydra-Matic by pressing the button. When 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, the tow/haul is on, a light on the it has a Low Traction Mode that...
Page 346 9-52 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Turn the Tow/Haul Mode on and Grade Braking off by pressing the button, located (Allison Transmission (Allison Transmission on the end of the shift lever. When or Hydra-Matic 6-Speed or Hydra-Matic 6-Speed the tow/haul is on, a light on the Automatic Transmission) Automatic Transmission) instrument panel cluster will...
Page 347 Driving and Operating 9-53 Grade Braking assists in Cruise Grade Braking the correct gear for the operating maintaining desired vehicle condition. If vehicle speed is above (Allison Transmission speeds when driving on the desired speed the transmission or Hydra-Matic 6-Speed downhill grades by automatically will downshift to slow the vehicle.
Page 348: Four-Wheel Drive
9-54 Driving and Operating Drive Systems While driving on clean dry pavement Manual Transfer Case and during tight turns, you may experience vibration in the steering Four-Wheel Drive system. If the vehicle has Four-Wheel ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak Drive, you can send the engine's shifting into Four-Wheel Drive driving power to all four wheels...
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-55 Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal Severe A Four-Wheel Drive indicator light comes on when you shift into Extreme four-wheel drive and the front axle Vehicle in Tow* engages. See Four-Wheel-Drive Light on page 5 29. *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 103 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 103.
Page 350 9-56 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): This WARNING shifting into Four-Wheel Drive setting is used for driving in most Low will turn Traction Control and street and highway situations. Shifting the transfer case to ®...
Page 351 Driving and Operating 9-57 If the transfer case shifter is in Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive When Using the Manual the N (Neutral) position and High to Four-Wheel Drive High Transfer Case you have difficulty reaching the while the vehicle is in motion Shifts into or out of Four-Wheel selected transfer case mode, may require that moderate force...
Page 352 9-58 Driving and Operating Shift the transfer case shift lever Shifting In or Out of Four-Wheel WARNING in one continuous motion into Drive Low the Four-Wheel Drive Low Notice: Shifting the transfer Shifting the transfer case to position. case into Four-Wheel-Drive Low N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle When in Four-Wheel Drive while moving at speeds faster...
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-59 Electronic Transfer Case Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 103 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 103. The transfer case knob is located You can choose among four driving remains illuminated when the next to the steering column.
Page 354 9-60 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Two-Wheel 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use WARNING Drive High the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel Shifting the transfer case to as on snowy or icy roads or in most Drive High position.
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-61 Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel 30 seconds and not complete the Notice: Shifting the transmission Drive Low position. You must shift unless the vehicle is moving into gear before the requested wait for the Four-Wheel Drive less than 5 km/h (3 mph) and the mode indicator light has stopped Low indicator light to stop flashing...
Page 356 9-62 Driving and Operating Shifting into Neutral 10 seconds. Then slowly release Shifting Out of Neutral the dial to the four low position. To shift the transfer case to To shift the transfer case out of The N (Neutral) light will come N (Neutral) do the following: N (Neutral) do the following: on when the transfer case shift...
Page 357 Driving and Operating 9-63 Notice: Shifting the transmission Automatic Transfer Case You can choose among five driving into gear before the requested settings: mode indicator light has stopped Indicator lights in the dial flashing could damage the show which setting you are in. transfer case.
Page 358 9-64 Driving and Operating AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel N (Neutral): Shift the vehicle's 4 (Four-Wheel Drive Low): This Drive): This setting is ideal for transfer case to N (Neutral) setting also engages the front axle use when road surface traction only when towing the vehicle. and delivers extra torque.
Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-65 Shifting Into Two-Wheel To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive It is typical for the vehicle to Drive High Low position, the ignition must be exhibit significant engagement in ON/RUN and the vehicle must be noise and bump when shifting Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel stopped or moving less than 5 km/h between Four-Wheel Drive Low...
Page 360 9-66 Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Four-Wheel transfer case. To help avoid Shifting into Neutral Drive Low damaging the vehicle, always To shift the transfer case to wait for the mode indicator lights To shift from Four-Wheel Drive N (Neutral) do the following: to stop flashing before shifting Low to Four-Wheel Drive High, 1.
Page 361 Driving and Operating 9-67 6. Turn the transfer case dial 10. Release the parking brake prior 4. Release the parking brake prior clockwise to N (Neutral) until to moving the vehicle. to moving the vehicle. it stops and hold it there until 11.
Page 362: System (Abs)
9-68 Driving and Operating Brakes As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls Antilock Brake braking pressure accordingly. System (ABS) Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to This vehicle has the Antilock If there is a problem with ABS, this Brake System (ABS), an advanced...
Page 363: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-69 Braking in Emergencies If the ignition is on, the brake Brake Assist (Except system warning light will come on. With 4.3L V6 Engine) ABS allows the driver to steer and See Brake System Warning Light on brake at the same time.
Page 364: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-70 Driving and Operating Minor brake pedal pulsation or activated. During the transition Ride Control Systems pedal movement during this time period between when the driver is normal and the driver should releases the brake pedal and starts ® StabiliTrak System continue to apply the brake pedal to accelerate to drive off on a grade,...
Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-71 When the vehicle is started CONTROL OFF, SERVICE The system may be heard or felt and begins to move, the system TRACTION CONTROL, while it is working; this is normal. performs several diagnostic checks STABILITRAK OFF, SERVICE to insure there are no problems.
Page 366 9-72 Driving and Operating When TCS or StabiliTrak is When the transfer case is in 4LO, traction while driving. If traction turned off, the StabiliTrak light the stability system is automatically control is turned off, only the and the appropriate message disabled, the StabiliTrak light comes brake-traction control portion will be displayed on the DIC to...
Page 367: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-73 The traction control system may 2500 and 3500 series vehicles Cruise Control activate on dry or rough roads with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway or under conditions such as Control (TSC) feature. See Trailer WARNING heavy acceleration while turning Sway Control (TSC) on page 9 124.
Page 368 9-74 Driving and Operating When the brakes are applied, cruise (Cancel): Press to disengage control is turned off. cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. For vehicles with an Allison or Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic Setting Cruise Control transmission, see Grade Braking If the cruise button is on when not in and Cruise Grade Braking...
Page 369 Driving and Operating 9-75 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a How well the cruise control will work If the cruise control system is desired speed and then the brakes on hills depends upon the vehicle are applied, the cruise control is...
Page 370: Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist
9-76 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Object Detection WARNING There are three ways to end cruise Systems control: The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system does not To disengage cruise control; Ultrasonic Parking Assist replace driver vision. It cannot step lightly on the brake pedal.
Page 371 Driving and Operating 9-77 How the System Works When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into The following messages may be R (Reverse). A single tone sounds displayed on the DIC: to indicate the system is working.
Page 372: Rear Vision
9-78 Driving and Operating The park assist sensors are Rear Vision WARNING (Continued) covered by frost or ice. Frost or Camera (RVC) ice can form around and behind the sensors and may not always speed backing maneuvers or This vehicle may have a Rear be seen;...
Page 373 Driving and Operating 9-79 Vehicles without Navigation To turn the RVC system on again, Turning the Rear Vision Camera System On or Off System press and hold until the left indicator light illuminates. The RVC To turn the RVC system on or off: The Rear Vision Camera system is system display is now enabled and designed to help the driver when...
Page 374 9-80 Driving and Operating The delay after shifting out of The symbols appear when an object (Brightness): Touch the + (plus) R (Reverse) is approximately has been detected by the URPA (minus) screen buttons to 10 seconds. The delay can be system.
Page 375 Driving and Operating 9-81 Rear Vision Camera Error The camera uses a special lens. The following illustration shows The distance of the image that the field of view that the camera Messages appears on the screen differs from provides. Service Rear Vision Camera the actual distance.
Page 376 9-82 Driving and Operating Disconnecting the Rear Vision Camera The rear vision camera must be disconnected if the tailgate needs to be removed. To disconnect the camera: 1. Remove the license plate. 2. Disconnect the camera connectors from the chassis harness, located behind the license plate, by pressing on the A.
Page 377 Driving and Operating 9-83 The back of the vehicle is in an A fast flash may indicate that When the System Does Not accident. If this happens, the the display has been on for the Seem to Work Properly position and mounting angle maximum allowable time during The RVC system might not work of the camera can change or...
Page 378: Fuel
9-84 Driving and Operating Fuel See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9 87. For all other vehicles, For diesel engine vehicles, see use only the unleaded gasoline Fuel for Diesel Engines in the described under Recommended Duramax Diesel Supplement. Fuel on page 9 84.
Page 379: Gasoline Specifications (U.s. And Canada Only)
Driving and Operating 9-85 If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine Gasoline Specifications California Fuel (VIN Code 2), use premium (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. At a minimum, gasoline should If the vehicle is certified to meet You can also use regular unleaded meet ASTM specification...
Page 380: Fuels In Foreign Countries
9-86 Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign additive required to meet U.S. Gasolines containing oxygenates, Environmental Protection Agency such as ethers and ethanol, Countries regulations. To help keep fuel and reformulated gasolines injectors and intake valves clean might be available in your area. Never use leaded gasoline or any and avoid problems due to dirty We recommend that you use these...
Page 381: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-87 Some gasolines that are We encourage the use of E85 in To ensure quick starts in the not reformulated for low vehicles that are designed to use it. wintertime, the E85 fuel must be emissions can contain an The ethanol in E85 is a renewable formulated properly for your climate octane-enhancing additive...
Page 382: Filling The Tank
9-88 Driving and Operating E85 has less energy per liter Filling the Tank (gallon) than gasoline, so you will If the vehicle has a diesel engine, need to refill the fuel tank more see the Duramax diesel supplement often when using E85 than when for more information.
Page 383 Driving and Operating 9-89 pumping before removing the WARNING WARNING nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. Fuel can spray out on you if you If a fire starts while you are See Exterior Care on page 10 108. open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 384: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-90 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact Information WARNING with the inside of the fill opening before operating Only use towing equipment that Never fill a portable fuel container has been designed for the vehicle.
Page 385 Driving and Operating 9-91 Consider using a sway control. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). For information on towing a disabled See Hitches under Towing Shift the transmission to a lower vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on Equipment on page 9 112. gear if the transmission shifts page 10 103.
Page 386 9-92 Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer Before starting, check all trailer WARNING (Continued) hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, WARNING Fully open the air outlets lamps, tires, and mirrors. If the on or under the instrument trailer has electric brakes, start the When towing a trailer, exhaust panel.
Page 387 Driving and Operating 9-93 Passing Making Turns Driving on Grades More passing distance is Notice: Making very sharp turns Reduce speed and shift to a needed when towing a trailer. while trailering could cause the lower gear before starting down The combination will not accelerate trailer to come in contact with a long or steep downgrade.
Page 388 9-94 Driving and Operating To avoid this, let the engine If parking the rig on a hill: WARNING run while parked, preferably on 1. Press the brake pedal, but level ground, with the automatic do not shift into P (Park) yet. It can be dangerous to get out of transmission in P (Park) for a few Turn the wheels into the curb if...
Page 389: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-95 Leaving After Parking on a Hill Trailer Towing WARNING (Continued) 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, 2. Start the engine. see the Duramax diesel supplement vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer 3.
Page 390 9-96 Driving and Operating Trailering is different than just Weight of the Trailer Trailer weight rating (TWR) is driving the vehicle by itself. calculated assuming the tow vehicle How heavy can a trailer safely be? Trailering means changes in has only the driver but all required It depends on how the rig is used.
Page 391 Driving and Operating 9-97 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c) 3.23 2 177 kg (4,800 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 4.3L V6 With Automatic 3.73 2 449 kg (5,400 lbs) 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) Transmission (c) 4.8L V8 (c)
Page 392 9-98 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 812 kg (6,200 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.08 3 130 kg (6,900 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs)
Page 393 Driving and Operating 9-99 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 (LMG) K5L HD 3.08 3 084 kg (6,800 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.08 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) Pkg (XFE) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg...
Page 394 9-100 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 3 992 kg (8,800 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box (b)
Page 395 Driving and Operating 9-101 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 037 kg (8,900 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box (b)
Page 396 9-102 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Short Box (c) 4.8L V8 3.42 2 495 kg (5,500 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.08...
Page 397 Driving and Operating 9-103 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Long Box (b) 5.3L V8 (c) 3.08 2 631 kg (5,800 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (c) 3.08 2 948 kg (6,500 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs)
Page 398 9-104 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 3.73 4 627 kg (10,200 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Payload Performance 3.73 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) Pkg (UB7) 6.0L V8...
Page 399 Driving and Operating 9-105 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 3.73 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 400 9-106 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 3.73 4 218 kg (9,300 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 401 Driving and Operating 9-107 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 128 kg (9,100 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 169 kg (13,600 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box (e) 6.0L V8 3.73...
Page 402 9-108 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 441 kg (14,200 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 218 kg (9,300 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10...
Page 403 Driving and Operating 9-109 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 128 kg (9,100 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs)
Page 404 9-110 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and information or advice, or write us at the people who will be riding in the our Customer Assistance Offices. vehicle as well as trailer tongue See Customer Assistance Offices weight.
Page 405 Driving and Operating 9-111 After loading the trailer, weigh Maximum Tongue the trailer and then the tongue, Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight separately, to see if the weights are 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) proper. If they are not, adjustments might be made by moving some 2500HD/3500 Weight Carrying...
Page 406: Towing Equipment
9-112 Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailering Larger trailers may require a Weight Distributing Hitch weight-distributing hitch that Combination Adjustment uses spring bars to distribute It is important that the combination the trailer tongue weight among of the tow vehicle and trailer the two vehicle and trailer axles.
Page 407 Driving and Operating 9-113 Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck The hitch should be located in the Safety Chains pickup bed so that its centerline is Trailering Always attach chains between the over or slightly in front of the rear vehicle and the trailer. Cross the Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers axle.
Page 408 9-114 Driving and Operating Trailer Brakes If everything checks out this far, Trailer Wiring Harness make the brake tap at the port on A loaded trailer that weighs more The vehicle is equipped with one of the master cylinder that sends the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to the following wiring harnesses for fluid to the rear brakes.
Page 409 Driving and Operating 9-115 Brown: Taillamps Heavy-DutyTrailer Wiring Harness If charging a remote (non-vehicle) Package battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode White: Ground button, if equipped, located at Light Green: Back-up Lamps the end of the shift lever. This will boost the vehicle system voltage Red: Battery Feed* and properly charge the battery.
Page 410 9-116 Driving and Operating Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Electric Brake Control Wiring Package Provisions The seven-wire camper harness These wiring provisions are is located under the front edge of included with the vehicle as part the pickup box on the driver side of the trailer wiring package.
Page 411 Driving and Operating 9-117 When pulling a heavy trailer If the vehicle is equipped with an or a large or heavy load in Integrated Trailer Brake Control stop-and-go traffic. (ITBC) System, the blunt cuts exist, but are not connected further When pulling a heavy trailer in the harness.
Page 412 9-118 Driving and Operating Integrated Trailer Brake cause the vehicle s antilock brake The ITBC system is fully functional or StabiliTrak systems to activate, only when the ignition is in ON or Control System power sent to the trailer's brakes in RUN.
Page 413 Driving and Operating 9-119 When trailering, make sure of the Trailer Brake Control Panel information. The control panel following: allows adjustment to the amount of output, referred to as trailer The ITBC system is used only gain, available to the electric with trailers that are equipped trailer brakes and allows manual with electric brakes.
Page 414 9-120 Driving and Operating The Trailer Brake Display Page can All DIC warning and service 0.0 (zero) gain is the factory default be displayed by performing any of messages must first be setting. To properly adjust trailer the following actions: acknowledged by the driver gain, see Trailer Gain Adjustment by pressing the odometer trip stem...
Page 415 Driving and Operating 9-121 The Trailer Output will indicate Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure - - - - - - on the Trailer Brake The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a Display Page whenever the Lever is located on the Trailer specific trailering condition and following occur:...
Page 416 9-122 Driving and Operating In the Trailer Output display Use the following procedure to 6. Adjust the Trailer Gain to just on the DIC, - - - - - - will correctly adjust Trailer Gain for below the point of trailer wheel disappear if there is no each towing condition: lock-up, indicated by trailer...
Page 417 Driving and Operating 9-123 Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages If the disconnect occurs while To determine if the electrical the vehicle is stationary, this fault is on the vehicle side or trailer In addition to displaying TRAILER message will automatically side of the trailer wiring harness GAIN and TRAILER OUTPUT turn off in about 30 seconds.
Page 418: Trailer Sway
9-124 Driving and Operating SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE An authorized GM dealer may without the driver pressing the brake SYSTEM: This message will be be able to diagnose and repair pedal. If the vehicle is equipped with displayed when there is a problem problems with the trailer.
Page 419: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-125 Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Some vehicles are built with a special snow plow prep package, Similar Equipment Add-Ons called RPO VYU. If your vehicle has this option, you can add a Before installing a snow plow on the Add-On Electrical plow to it, provided certain weights, vehicle, here are some things you...
Page 420 9-126 Driving and Operating Follow the snow Say, for example, you have a 318 kg fuel and passengers. Basically, plow manufacturer's (700 lb) snow plow. The total weight it is the amount of weight that can recommendations regarding of all occupants and cargo inside be added to the front axle before rear ballast.
Page 421 Driving and Operating 9-127 For example, adding a 318 kg (700 lb) snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg (700 lbs) to the front axle. Using the formula, if the snow plow is 122 cm (4 ft) in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 305 cm (10 ft), then: W = 318 kg (700 lb)
Page 422 9-128 Driving and Operating This has the effect of reducing the Total vehicle reserve capacity is the WARNING (Continued) load on the front. However, the front difference between the GVWR and GAWR, rear GAWR, and the Gross the weight of the truck with full fuel always follow the snow plow Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) must and passengers.
Page 423: Pickup Conversion To
Driving and Operating 9-129 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep package also have an emergency roof lamp provision package, RPO TRW. Wiring for the emergency roof lamp is provided above the overhead console. See Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp on page 6 7 for switch location.
Page 424 9-130 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating ..10-25 Bulb Replacement Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement ..10-44 Protection Halogen Bulbs ....10-44 Operating Mode .
Page 426 10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Uniform Tire Quality General Information Grading ....10-80 Tires ......10-57 For service and parts needs, Wheel Alignment and Tire Tire Sidewall Labeling .
Page 427: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect 65 Warning Modifications remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories one, contain and/or emit chemicals to the vehicle can affect vehicle GM Accessories are designed to known to the State of California to...
Page 428: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. WARNING (Continued) Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper Check on page 3 48. nuts, bolts, and other Service Work Keep a record with all parts receipts fasteners.
Page 429: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the...
Page 430 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3 L V8 Engine Shown (4.3 L V6 Engine, 4.8 L V6 Engine, 6.0 L V8 Engine, and 6.2 L V8 Engine Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 431: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Oil page 10 19. View). See Checking Engine For diesel engine vehicles, see Oil under Engine Oil on B. Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Oil in the Duramax Diesel page 10 7.
Page 432 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below It is a good idea to check the the acceptable operating range engine oil level at each fuel fill. shown on the dipstick are harmful In order to get an accurate reading, to the engine.
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-9 Selecting the Right Engine Oil Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can Selecting the right engine oil result in engine damage not depends on both the proper oil covered by the vehicle warranty. specification and viscosity grade: If you are unsure whether the oil is approved to the dexos Specification...
Page 434 10-10 Vehicle Care Use of oils that do not meet the Cold Temperature Operation: In an dexos specification, however, may area of extreme cold, where the result in reduced performance under temperature falls below 29°C certain circumstances. ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used.
Page 435: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-11 Engine Oil Additives/Engine What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System Oil Flushes Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil elements that can be unhealthy for Do not add anything to the oil. This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause The recommended oils with the...
Page 436 10-12 Vehicle Care It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life the best conditions, the oil life System can be reset as follows: Life System system might indicate that an oil 1.
Page 437: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-13 Automatic How to Check Automatic Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid level if you have been driving: (4-Speed Transmission) Because this operation can be a When outside temperatures are little difficult, it may be best to have above 32°C (90°F).
Page 438 10-14 Vehicle Care A cold fluid check can be made Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the after the vehicle has been sitting engine, follow these steps: Prepare the vehicle as follows: for eight hours or more with the 1.
Page 439: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-15 Consistency of Readings Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid Always check the fluid level at least may damage the vehicle, and the twice using the procedure described damages may not be covered by previously. Consistency (repeatable the vehicle warranty.
Page 440 10-16 Vehicle Care Automatic Notice: Use of the incorrect How to Check Automatic automatic transmission fluid Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid may damage the vehicle, and the (6-Speed Transmission) Notice: Too much or too damages may not be covered by little fluid can damage the the vehicle warranty.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-17 3. With your foot on the brake Cold Check Procedure pedal, move the shift lever Use this procedure only as a through each gear range, reference to determine if the pausing for about three seconds transmission has enough fluid in each range.
Page 442 10-18 Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). 1. Locate the transmission 5. If the fluid level is below the The hot check is the most accurate dipstick at the rear of the engine COLD check band, add only...
Page 443: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-19 Consistency of Readings When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described Inspect the air cleaner/filter at previously. Consistency (repeatable the scheduled maintenance readings) is important to maintaining intervals and replace it at the first proper fluid level.
Page 444: Cooling System
10-20 Vehicle Care Replacing the Engine Air WARNING Cleaner/Filter Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-21 WARNING WARNING (Continued) An electric engine cooling fan Do not run the engine if there is can start even when the engine a leak. If you run the engine, it is not running. To avoid injury, could lose all coolant. That could always keep hands, clothing, cause an engine fire, and you and tools away from any engine...
Page 446: Engine Coolant
10-22 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL The cooling system in the vehicle coolant. If using this mixture, WARNING ® is filled with DEX-COOL engine nothing else needs to be added. coolant.
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-23 Notice: If extra inhibitors Checking Coolant and/or additives are used in The coolant surge tank is located the vehicle cooling system, in the engine compartment on the the vehicle could be damaged. passenger side of the vehicle. Use only the proper mixture of See Engine Compartment Overview the engine coolant listed in this...
Page 448 10-24 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the If no coolant is visible in the surge WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even If the vehicle has a diesel engine, when the engine is not running see Cooling System in the...
Page 449: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-25 By this time, the coolant level Engine Overheating inside the coolant surge tank ® If the vehicle has the Duramax may be lower. If the level is Diesel engine, see the Duramax lower, add more of the proper Diesel Supplement for more mixture to the coolant surge information.
Page 450 10-26 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the Notice: If the engine catches fire WARNING (Continued) hood when this warning appears, while driving with no coolant, the get service help right away. vehicle can be badly damaged. If you keep driving when the See Roadside Assistance Program The costly repairs would not...
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-27 If No Steam is Coming from If the ENGINE OVERHEATED Continue to drive the vehicle slowly STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe the Engine Compartment OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE vehicle distance from the vehicle in The ENGINE OVERHEATED message appears with no sign of front.
Page 452: Operating Mode
10-28 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Engine Fan This fan noise may also be heard when starting the engine. It will go Protection If the vehicle has a clutched engine away as the fan clutch partially Operating Mode cooling fan, when the clutch is disengages.
Page 453: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-29 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering What to Use Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and To check the power steering fluid: Lubricants on page 11 8. Always 1. Turn the key off and let the use the proper fluid.
Page 454: Brakes
10-30 Vehicle Care Adding Washer Fluid Notice: Brakes When using concentrated The vehicle has a low washer fluid This vehicle has front disc brakes washer fluid, follow the message on the DIC that comes and could have rear drum brakes or manufacturer's instructions on when the washer fluid is low.
Page 455 Vehicle Care 10-31 Some driving conditions or climates Drum brakes have an inspection Replacing Brake System Parts can cause a brake squeal when hole to inspect lining wear during The braking system on a vehicle is the brakes are first applied or scheduled maintenance.
Page 456: Brake Fluid
10-32 Vehicle Care A fluid leak in the brake Brake Fluid WARNING (Continued) hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, and the vehicle could be since a leak means that sooner damaged. Add brake fluid only or later the brakes will not when work is done on the brake work well.
Page 457 Vehicle Care 10-33 Checking Brake Fluid After work is done on the brake Notice: hydraulic system, make sure the Using the wrong fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the level is above the MIN but not can badly damage brake brake fluid reservoir.
Page 458: Battery
10-34 Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle is a Hybrid, see Transfer Case WARNING the Hybrid Supplement for more When to Check Lubricant information. Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to Scheduled Maintenance on This vehicle has a maintenance free you and gas that can explode.
Page 459 Vehicle Care 10-35 If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole, located on the transfer case, some lubricant will need to be added. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug.
Page 460: Front Axle
10-36 Vehicle Care Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected, or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 461: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-37 What to Use normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has Refer to Recommended Fluids not drained back to the sump and Lubricants on page 11 8 to area. Therefore, a reading taken determine what kind of lubricant five minutes after the vehicle has to use.
Page 462: Noise Control System
10-38 Vehicle Care For all 6.0 L and 6.2 L 1500 What to Use These standards apply only to Series applications, the proper vehicles sold in the United States. Refer to Recommended Fluids level is from 15 mm to 40 mm Federal law prohibits the following and Lubricants on page 11 8 to (0.6 in to 1.6 in) below the...
Page 463: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-39 Among those acts presumed to Exhaust: 2. Firmly apply both the parking constitute tampering are the acts brake and the regular brake. Removal of the muffler and/or listed below. See Parking Brake on resonator. page 9 69. Insulation: Removal of the exhaust pipes Do not use the accelerator...
Page 464: Function Check
10-40 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) ignition on, but do not start the Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check engine. Without applying the Function Check regular brake, try to move the WARNING shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort.
Page 465: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-41 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Windshield wiper blades should your foot on the regular brake, set be inspected for wear or cracking. the parking brake. See Scheduled Maintenance on To check the parking brake's page 11 2 for more information holding ability: With the engine...
Page 466: Headlamp Aiming
10-42 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. Be placed so the headlamps The vehicle has a visual optical The high-beam headlamps will be are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a headlamp aiming system.
Page 467 Vehicle Care 10-43 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent 4.
Page 468: Bulb Replacement
10-44 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps To replace one of these bulbs: For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10 48. page 10 5 For any bulb changing procedure 2.
Page 469: Pick-Up Box Identification
Vehicle Care 10-45 4. Turn the bulb socket Pick-Up Box Identification counterclockwise to remove it and Fender Marker from the headlamp assembly Lamps and pull it straight out. The pick-up box identification lamps 5. Unplug the electrical connector are LEDs. For replacement of the from the old bulb by releasing LED lighting assembly contact your the clips on the bulb socket.
Page 470: Taillamps, Turn Signal
10-46 Vehicle Care Taillamps (Chassis To replace one of these bulbs: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Cab Models) Stoplamps, and Back-Up 1. Remove the four screws. Lamps 2. Lift the lens off the lamp assembly. To replace one of these bulbs: 3. Turn the old bulb 1.
Page 471: Center High-Mounted
Vehicle Care 10-47 Center High-Mounted 2. On the reverse side of the lamp assembly, remove the bulb Stoplamp (CHMSL) and socket by turning it one quarter Cargo Lamp turn counterclockwise and pull it straight out. To replace one of these bulbs: 3.
Page 472: License Plate Lamp
10-48 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamp Bulb Number License 1. Reach under the rear bumper for Plate Lamp the bulb socket. Back-up Lamp Stoplamp/Taillamp/ Back-up Lamp* 1156 3047K Turn Signal Lamp...
Page 473: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-49 Electrical System Replace a bad fuse with a new one Windshield Wipers of the identical size and rating. If the wiper motor overheats due to Electrical System If there is a problem on the road heavy snow or ice, the windshield and a fuse needs to be replaced, wipers will stop until the motor cools Overload...
Page 474: Fuses And Circuit
10-50 Vehicle Care Fuses and Circuit feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio Breakers or cigarette lighter and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see Replace it as soon as you can.
Page 475 Vehicle Care 10-51 Fuses Usage Trailer Brake Controller Front Washer Oxygen Sensor Antilock Brakes System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition Coils (Right Side) Left Trailer Right Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Stop/Turn Lamp Transmission...
Page 476 10-52 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Passenger Side Fog Lamps Climate Controls Low-Beam (Battery) Horn Headlamp Airbag System Passenger Side Air Conditioning (Ignition) High-Beam Compressor Headlamp Amplifier Oxygen Sensors Daytime Running Audio System Transmission Lamps (DRL) Miscellaneous Controls (Ignition) Driver Side (Ignition),...
Page 477 Vehicle Care 10-53 Fuses Usage J-Case Usage J-Case Usage Fuses Fuses Heated Mirrors Cooling Fan 2 Not Used SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Antilock Brake Left Bussed System 1 Electrical Center 2 Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Starter Relays Usage Outlet Stud 2 Cooling Fan High SEO Upfitter...
Page 478: Block
10-54 Vehicle Care Relays Usage REAR Rear Defogger DEFOG RUN/CRNK Switched Power Instrument Panel Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Steering Wheel features shown. Controls Backlight Fuses Usage The instrument panel fuse block Driver Door Module Rear Seats access door is located on the driver...
Page 479 Vehicle Care 10-55 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Body Control Driver Seat Module, Signal, Stoplamp Module (BCM) Remote Keyless Entry System Instrument Panel Accessory Power Back Lighting Outlets Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Passenger Side Turn Interior Lamps Signal, Stoplamp Power Door Lock 1...
Page 480: Block
10-56 Vehicle Care Center Instrument Panel Fuse Harness Circuit Block Connector Usage Breaker Usage The center instrument panel fuse Body Harness Passenger Side BODY 2 block is located underneath the Connector 2 Power Window Circuit instrument panel, to the left of the Breaker Body Harness steering column.
Page 481: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires same danger as overloaded can cause a crash. Only the Your new vehicle comes with tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by could cause serious injury.
Page 482: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-58 Vehicle Care 20 Inch Tires Tire and/or wheel assembly damage can occur when If your vehicle has the optional coming into contact with 20 inch P275/55R20 size tires, road hazards like, potholes, they are classified as touring or sharp edged objects, tires and are designed for or when sliding into a curb.
Page 483 Vehicle Care 10-59 (B) TPC Spec (Tire The TIN is molded onto both Performance Criteria sides of the tire, although only Specification) Original one side may have the date of equipment tires designed to manufacture. GM's specific tire performance (E) Tire Ply Material The type criteria have a TPC specification of cord and number of plies in...
Page 484 10-60 Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire (D) DOT (Department of (F) Tire Ply Material The type Performance Criteria Transportation) of cord and number of plies in Specification) Original Department of Transportation the sidewall and under the tread. equipment tires designed to (DOT) code indicates that (G) Single Tire Maximum GM's specific tire performance...
Page 485: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-61 Tire Designations (C) Aspect Ratio A two digit (F) Service Description These number that indicates the tire characters represent the load Tire Size height to width measurements. index and speed rating of the For example, if the tire size tire.
Page 486: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-62 Vehicle Care (B) Tire Width The three digit (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of Accessory Weight This number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. means the combined weight width in millimeters from of optional accessories. (F) Load Range Load Range.
Page 487 Vehicle Care 10-63 Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic DOT Markings A code GAWR RR Gross Axle tire in which the plies are laid molded into the sidewall of Weight Rating for the rear axle. at alternate angles less than a tire signifying that the tire See Vehicle Load Limits on 90 degrees to the centerline is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 488 10-64 Vehicle Care Maximum Inflation Pressure Occupant Distribution Recommended Inflation The maximum air pressure to Designated seating positions. Pressure Vehicle which a cold tire can be inflated. manufacturer's recommended Outward Facing Sidewall The maximum air pressure is tire inflation pressure as The side of an asymmetrical tire molded onto the sidewall.
Page 489 Vehicle Care 10-65 Speed Rating UTQGS (Uniform Tire Vehicle Maximum Load on the alphanumeric code assigned to Quality Grading Standards) Tire Load on an individual tire a tire indicating the maximum A tire information system due to curb weight, accessory speed at which a tire can that provides consumers with weight, occupant weight, and...
Page 490: Tire Pressure
10-66 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Overinflated tires, or tires For additional information that have too much air, can regarding how much weight Tires need the correct amount result in: the vehicle can carry, and an of air pressure to operate example of the Tire and Loading Unusual wear.
Page 491: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
Vehicle Care 10-67 How to Check If you overfill the tire, release air WARNING (Continued) by pushing on the metal stem Use a good quality pocket-type in the center of the tire valve. gauge to check tire pressure. inflation pressure adjustment Recheck the tire pressure with for high speed operation.
Page 492: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-68 Vehicle Care When you end this high speed pressure label. (If your vehicle has Please note that the TPMS is driving, return the tires to the cold tires of a different size than the size not a substitute for proper tire inflation pressure shown on the indicated on the vehicle placard or maintenance, and it is the driver's...
Page 493: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-69 When the malfunction indicator Federal Communications is illuminated, the system may Commission (FCC) and not be able to detect or signal low Industry Canada tire pressure as intended. TPMS See Radio Frequency Statement on malfunctions may occur for a variety page 13 19 for information of reasons, including the installation regarding Part 15 of the Federal...
Page 494 10-70 Vehicle Care For additional information and The TPMS can warn about a TPMS Malfunction Light and details about the DIC operation and low tire pressure condition but Message displays, see Driver Information it does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly Center (DIC) on page 5 33 and maintenance.
Page 495 Vehicle Care 10-71 The TPMS sensor matching Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS Sensor Matching process was not done or not match the original equipment Process not completed successfully tires or wheels. Tires and wheels Each TPMS sensor has a unique after rotating the tires.
Page 496 10-72 Vehicle Care There are two minutes to match The horn sounds twice to signal 6. Proceed to the passenger the first tire/wheel position, and the receiver is in relearn mode side front tire, and repeat the five minutes overall to match all and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE procedure in Step 5.
Page 497: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-73 The tire has a bump, bulge, Tire Inspection See When It Is Time for New or split. Tires on page 10 76 and Wheel We recommend that you Replacement on page 10 82. The tire has a puncture, cut, regularly inspect the vehicle's or other damage that cannot If your vehicle has dual rear...
Page 498 10-74 Vehicle Care The dual tires are rotated as a pair, and the inside rear tires become the outside rear tires. When you install dual wheels, be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on...
Page 499: Dual Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-75 Lightly coat the center of the Make sure the spare tire, if your WARNING wheel hub with wheel bearing vehicle has one, is stored grease after a wheel change or securely. Push, pull, and then Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on tire rotation to prevent corrosion try to rotate or turn the tire.
Page 500: When It Is Time For New
10-76 Vehicle Care The outer tire on a dual wheel When It Is Time for New tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) setup generally wears faster than or less of tread remaining. Tires the inner tire. Your tires will wear Some commercial truck tires may more evenly and last longer if you not have treadwear indicators.
Page 501: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-77 Vehicle Storage Buying New Tires GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical Tires age when stored normally GM has developed and matched specifications that impact the mounted on a parked vehicle. Park specific tires for the vehicle. overall performance of the a vehicle that will be stored for at The original equipment tires...
Page 502 10-78 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing tires in WARNING WARNING sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help Using bias-ply tires on the Mixing tires could cause you keep the vehicle performing most to lose control while driving. vehicle may cause the wheel like it did when the tires were new.
Page 503: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-79 Vehicles that have a tire pressure Different Size Tires and WARNING monitoring system may give an Wheels inaccurate low pressure warning If different sized wheels are used, if non TPC Spec-rated tires are If you add wheels or tires that are there may not be an acceptable installed on the vehicle.
Page 504: Uniform Tire Quality
10-80 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system Treadwear does not apply to deep Grading The treadwear grade is a tread, winter-type snow tires, comparative rating based Quality grades can be found space-saver, or temporary use on the wear rate of the tire where applicable on the tire spare tires, tires with nominal when tested under controlled...
Page 505: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-81 Traction AA, A, B, C tested under controlled Wheel Alignment and Tire conditions on a specified Balance The traction grades, from indoor laboratory test wheel. highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, The tires and wheels on the vehicle Sustained high temperature can and C.
Page 506: Wheel Replacement
10-82 Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement Whenever a wheel, wheel WARNING bolt or wheel nut is replaced Replace any wheel that is bent, on a dual wheel setup, check Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or the wheel nut torque after wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded.
Page 507: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-83 Tire Chains Notice: If the vehicle does not WARNING (Continued) have dual wheels and has a tire size other than P265/65R18, WARNING Use another type of traction P275/55R20, LT265/70R17, LT265/ device only if its manufacturer 70R18, LT265/60R20, P285/50R20, If the vehicle has dual wheels recommends it for use on the P285/45R22, or 285/45R22, use...
Page 508: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-84 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle WARNING under control by steering the way It is unusual for a tire to blowout you want the vehicle to go. It may Lifting a vehicle and getting while you are driving, especially if be very bumpy and noisy, but you under it to do maintenance or...
Page 509 Vehicle Care 10-85 If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), WARNING (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly use the following example as a to a level place, well off the road, guide to assist you in the placement 3.
Page 510: Tire Changing
10-86 Vehicle Care Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab Extended Cab A. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit A. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit B. Tool Kit B. Tool Kit C. Wheel Blocks C. Wheel Blocks Crew Cab D.
Page 511 Vehicle Care 10-87 For regular cab models, the 1. Open the spare tire lock cover equipment you will need is on the bumper and use the behind the passenger seat. ignition key to remove the spare For extended and crew cab tire lock (J).
Page 512 10-88 Vehicle Care wrench until the spare tire can Removing the Flat Tire and be pulled out from under the Installing the Spare Tire vehicle. Use the following pictures and 5. Pull the spare tire out from under instructions to remove the flat tire the vehicle.
Page 513 Vehicle Care 10-89 2. If your vehicle has wheel nut If the wheel has a smooth center 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it caps, loosen them by turning the cap, place the chisel end of the counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench counterclockwise.
Page 514 10-90 Vehicle Care Front Position - 1500 Models Front Position - All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models 4. Position the jack under the Position the jack under the 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, vehicle as shown. If the flat tire vehicle as shown.
Page 515 Vehicle Care 10-91 6. Turn the wheel wrench WARNING clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off Getting under a vehicle when it the ground so there is enough is jacked up is dangerous. If the room for the spare tire to fit vehicle slips off the jack, you under the wheel well.
Page 516 10-92 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Never use oil or grease on bolts parts to which it is fastened, can or nuts because the nuts might make wheel nuts become loose come loose. The vehicle's wheel after time.
Page 517 Vehicle Care 10-93 WARNING WARNING If wheel studs are damaged, they Wheel nuts that are improperly or can break. If all the studs on a incorrectly tightened can cause wheel broke, the wheel could the wheels to become loose or come off and cause a crash.
Page 518 10-94 Vehicle Care When you reinstall the regular Storing a Flat or Spare Tire wheel and tire, you must also and Tools reinstall either the center cap, or bolt-on hub cap, depending WARNING on what your vehicle is equipped with. For center caps, place the cap Storing a jack, a tire, or other on the wheel and tap it into place equipment in the passenger...
Page 519 Vehicle Care 10-95 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center wheel.
Page 520 10-96 Vehicle Care 6. Raise the tire fully against the To store the jack and jack tools: 1. Put the tools (D) in the tool underside of the vehicle by bag (E) and place them in the turning the wheel wrench retaining bracket (C).
Page 521: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-97 Full-Size Spare Tire Notice: If the vehicle has After installing the spare tire on your four-wheel drive and the different vehicle, you should stop as soon as Your vehicle, when new, had a size spare tire is installed on the possible and make sure the spare fully-inflated spare tire.
Page 522: Jump Starting
10-98 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Only use a vehicle WARNING that has a 12-volt system with For more information about the a negative ground for jump Batteries can hurt you. They can vehicle battery, see Battery on starting. If the other vehicle does be dangerous because: page 10 34.
Page 523 Vehicle Care 10-99 3. Get the vehicles close enough would not be covered by the so the jumper cables can reach, warranty. Always turn off the but be sure the vehicles are not radio and other accessories touching each other. If they are, when jump starting the vehicle.
Page 524 10-100 Vehicle Care For more information on 6. Check that the jumper cables WARNING (Continued) the location of the remote do not have loose or missing positive (+) and remote insulation. If they do, you could Be sure the battery has enough negative ( ) terminals, get a shock.
Page 525 Vehicle Care 10-101 8. Do not let the other end 10. Connect the other end of the touch metal. Connect it to negative ( ) cable to a heavy, the positive (+) terminal of the unpainted metal engine part good battery. Use a remote or to the remote negative ( ) positive (+) terminal if the terminal, on the vehicle with...
Page 526 10-102 Vehicle Care Notice: If the jumper cables are To disconnect the jumper cables connected or removed in the from both vehicles do the following: wrong order, electrical shorting 1. Disconnect the black may occur and damage the negative ( ) cable from the vehicle.
Page 527: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-103 What is the distance that will be Towing Recreational Vehicle travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, Is the proper towing equipment vehicle, such as a motor home.
Page 528 10-104 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should 2. Turn the engine off and firmly set not be towed with all four wheels the parking brake. Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles on the ground. Two-wheel-drive 3. Securely attach the vehicle transmissions have no provisions being towed to the tow vehicle.
Page 529 Vehicle Care 10-105 5. Release the parking brake only Dolly Towing transmission could be damaged. after the vehicle being towed is The repairs would not be covered Front Towing (Front Wheels Off firmly attached to the towing by the vehicle warranty. Never the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive vehicle.
Page 530 10-106 Vehicle Care Front Towing (Front Wheels Off 3. Shift the transmission to 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive P (Park). following the manufacturer's Vehicles instructions. 4. Firmly set the parking brake. 7. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral).
Page 531 Vehicle Care 10-107 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Four Wheel Drive Vehicles See Parking Brake on Off the Ground) Use the following procedure to dolly page 9 69. tow a four-wheel-drive vehicle from Two Wheel Drive Vehicles 4.
Page 532: Appearance Care
10-108 Vehicle Care 6. Use an adequate clamping Appearance Care Do not wash the vehicle in direct device designed for towing to sunlight. Use a car washing soap. ensure that the front wheels are Do not use cleaning agents that Exterior Care locked into the straight position.
Page 533 Vehicle Care 10-109 High pressure car washes may If the vehicle has a basecoat/ Exterior painted surfaces are cause water to enter the vehicle. clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoat subject to aging, weather and Avoid using high pressure washes gives more depth and gloss to chemical fallout that can take closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to the colored basecoat.
Page 534 10-110 Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Notice: Using strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, Wheels and Trim Clean the outside of the windshield cleaners, brushes, or cleaners with glass cleaner. The vehicle may have either that contain acid on aluminum aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 535 Vehicle Care 10-111 Use chrome polish only on Sheet Metal Damage Chemicals used for ice and snow chrome-plated wheels, but avoid removal and dust control can collect If the vehicle is damaged and any painted surface of the wheel, on the underbody. If these are not requires sheet metal repair or and buff off immediately after removed, corrosion and rust can...
Page 536: Interior Care
10-112 Vehicle Care Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Interior Care Chemicals used for ice and snow Some weather and atmospheric The interior will continue to look removal and dust control can collect conditions can create a chemical its best if it is cleaned often. Dust on the underbody.
Page 537 Vehicle Care 10-113 Never apply heavy pressure or Your dealer has products for Cleaners can contain solvents that rub aggressively with a cleaning cleaning the interior. When cleaning can become concentrated in the cloth. Use of heavy pressure can the interior, only use cleaners interior.
Page 538 10-114 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the Leather/Leatherette soil and gently rub toward the Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft Leather, and lighter colored leather center. Continue cleaning, using brush attachment to remove dust in particular, will need more frequent a clean area of the cloth each and loose dirt.
Page 539 Vehicle Care 10-115 Do not use silicone or wax-based to clean the interior because they Care of Safety Belts products, or those containing can alter the appearance by Keep belts clean and dry. organic solvents to clean the increasing the gloss in a interior because they can alter non-uniform manner.
Page 540: Floor Mats
10-116 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended is not properly installed, it can that GM certified floor mats be interfere with the accelerator...
Page 541: General Information
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance Maintenance This maintenance section applies needs vary. The vehicle might need to vehicles with a gasoline engine. more frequent checks and services. For diesel engine vehicles, see the Please read the information under maintenance schedule section in...
Page 542: Scheduled Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids Performing maintenance work can and Lubricants on page 11 8 and When the Change Engine Oil be dangerous. Some jobs can Maintenance Replacement Parts on cause serious injury.
Page 543: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield washer fluid level Fluids visual leak check If the engine oil life system is reset check. See Washer Fluid on (or every 12 months, whichever accidentally, service the vehicle page 10 29. occurs first). A leak in any within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since system must be repaired and the last service.
Page 544 11-4 Service and Maintenance Lubricate the front suspension, Exhaust system and nearby heat lubrication. See Recommended steering linkage, and parking shields inspection for loose or Fluids and Lubricants on brake cable guides. Control arm damaged components. page 11 8. More frequent ball joints on 2500/3500 series lubrication may be required Vehicles with diesel engine...
Page 545 Service and Maintenance 11-5 See Ignition Transmission Lock Additional Required Services Once a Month Check on page 10 40. Tire inflation pressures At the First 160 km/100 Miles, See Park Brake and P (Park) check. See Tire Pressure on 1 600 km/1,000 Miles, and Mechanism Check on page 10 66.
Page 546 11-6 Service and Maintenance Four wheel drive only: Transfer First Engine Oil Change After First Engine Oil Change After case fluid change (severe Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles service) for vehicles mainly Four wheel drive only: Transfer Engine air cleaner filter driven when frequently towing case fluid change (extreme duty...
Page 547 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Evaporative control system First Engine Oil Change After and contaminate the transfer inspection. Check all fuel and Every 160 000 km/100,000 Miles case fluid. Contaminated fluid vapor lines and hoses for proper will decrease the life of the Automatic transmission fluid hook up, routing, and condition.
Page 548: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
11-8 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an ® Allison Transmission, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel manual.
Page 549 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293, in Canada 992723) Floor Shift Linkage or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 550 11-10 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Rear Driveline Center Spline lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, Hood Hinges in Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 551: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter...
Page 552: Maintenance Records
11-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 553 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 554 11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 555: Vehicle Identification
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 556: 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 8 for more information. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Capacities Application Metric...
Page 557: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 4.3 L 4.5 qt 4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8; 6.2L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L 34.0 gal...
Page 558 12-4 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt Transmission Fluid - Automatic (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 4-Speed Transmission 4L60-E Electronic Transmission 4.7 L 5.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L80-E 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L90-E 6.0 L 6.3 qt 6-Speed Transmission Allison...
Page 559 Technical Data 12-5 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LU3) Automatic 1.52 mm (0.060 in) 4.8L V8 (L20) Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) (Iron Block) (LMG) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management...
Page 560: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-6 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 561: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects are important to the dealer and (U.S. and Canada) ..13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to to GMC. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 562 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be the decision given in your case, it appears your concern cannot resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 563: Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) do not feel your concerns have Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), been addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or procedure outlined in Steps One call the General Motors Customer...
Page 564 13-4 Customer Information Phone number Customer Assistance Make sure that they have all necessary information. They are Procedure Model year interested in your continual Owner satisfaction and goodwill are Brand satisfaction. very important to your dealer and Vehicle Identification STEP TWO General Motors.
Page 565 1908 Colonel Sam Drive General Motors de Mexico, However, if a customer wishes to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 S. de R.L. de C.V. write or e-mail GMC, the letter www.gmc.ca Customer Assistance Center should be addressed to: Av. Ejercito Nacional #843...
Page 566: Mexico
13-6 Customer Information GMC dealer locator for service Mexico Customer Assistance for nationwide. Text Telephone (TTY) From Mexico City Exclusive privileges and offers. Users (U.S. and Canada) 5329-0812 Recall notices for your specific To assist customers who are deaf, From Other Mexico Locations vehicle.
Page 567: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.s. And Canada)
Customer Information 13-7 My Driveway: Access quick My GM Canada www.gm.ca GM Mobility links to parts and service Reimbursement Program My GM Canada is a estimates, check trade-in password-protected section of (U.S. and Canada) values, or schedule a service www.gm.ca where you can save appointment by adding the information on GM vehicles, get vehicles you own to your...
Page 568: Roadside Assistance Program (U.s. And Canada)
Model, year, color, and license the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. plate number of the vehicle Telephone (TTY): 1 888 889 2438). GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to Odometer reading, Vehicle For Canadian purchased vehicles, make any changes or discontinue call 1-800-268-6800.
Page 569 Assistance: If your Road or Highway: Tow to the Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement trip is interrupted due nearest GMC dealer for warranty is approximately $5 Canadian. to a warranty failure, service, or if the vehicle was in Diesel fuel delivery may be incidental expenses may a crash and cannot be driven.
Page 570: Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)
Roadside Assistance advisor dealer can help minimize your at: www.gmc.com.mx. Navigate will help to make arrangements inconvenience. the site and click on Asistencia and explain how to receive en el Camino.
Page 571: Canada)
Customer Information 13-11 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally If the vehicle requires overnight be completed while you wait. Canada) warranty repairs, and public However, if you are unable To enhance your ownership transportation is used instead to wait, GM helps to minimize experience, we and our participating...
Page 572: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
13-12 Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Collision Damage Repair Information (U.S. and Canada) The dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle If the vehicle is involved in a reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at collision and it is damaged, have...
Page 573 Customer Information 13-13 Recycled original equipment As a result, these parts may fit Insuring The Vehicle parts may also be used for repair. poorly, exhibit premature durability/ Protect your investment in the These parts are typically removed corrosion problems, and may not GM vehicle with comprehensive from vehicles that were total losses perform properly in subsequent...
Page 574 13-14 Customer Information If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
Page 575: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-15 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current a repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
Page 576: Government
13-16 Customer Information Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may to the United States believe that the vehicle has a call the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 577: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
(1-800-462-8782), or write: will assist in understanding how performance and how it is driven. a vehicle's systems performed. GMC Customer Assistance Center For example, the vehicle uses The EDR is designed to record data P.O. Box 33172 computer modules to monitor and...
Page 578: Onstar
13-18 Customer Information ® This data can help provide a better law enforcement, that have the OnStar understanding of the circumstances special equipment, can read the If the vehicle is equipped with in which crashes and injuries occur. information if they have access to an active OnStar system, that the vehicle or the EDR.
Page 579: Identification (Rfid)
Customer Information 13-19 Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC) connection with conveniences...
Page 580 13-20 Customer Information NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 581 INDEX Airbag System (cont.) Antilock Brake What Will You See After System (ABS) ....9-68 Accessories and an Airbag Inflates? ..3-35 Warning Light .
Page 582 INDEX Auxiliary Brakes (cont.) Roof Mounted Lamp ... 6-7 Fluid ......10-32 Calibration .
Page 583 INDEX Center High-Mounted Cigarette Lighter ....5-11 Cooling System ....10-20 Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Circuit Breakers .
Page 584 INDEX Driving Characteristics and Damage Repair, Collision ..13-12 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-87 Towing Tips ....9-91 Danger, Warnings, and Electrical Equipment, Defensive .
Page 585 INDEX Engine (cont.) Fog Lamps Cooling System Messages . . .5-44 Bulb Replacement ... . . 6-6 Drive Belt Routing ... .12-6 Folding Mirrors .
Page 586 INDEX Fuel (cont.) Gauges Management, Active ..9-44 Engine Coolant Halogen Bulbs ....10-44 Recommended ....9-84 Temperature .
Page 587 INDEX High-Beam On Light ... 5-32 Infants and Young Children, High-Speed Operation ..10-67 Restraints ....3-51 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
Page 588 INDEX Lap Belt ..... . . 3-26 Lights (cont.) Lap-Shoulder Belt ... . . 3-21 High-Beam On .
Page 589 INDEX Messages (cont.) Older Children, Restraints ..3-49 Fuel System ....5-46 Online Owner Center ..13-6 Navigation ®...
Page 590 i-10 INDEX Passenger Airbag Status Pregnancy, Using Safety Rear Doors ....2-10 Indicator ..... 5-23 Belts .
Page 591: Roadside Assistance
INDEX i-11 Remote Vehicle Start ... 2-5 Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Replacement Messages ....5-47 Canadian Government .
Page 592 i-12 INDEX Service Signals, Turn and Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps Accessories and Lane-Change ....6-6 Bulb Replacement ..10-46 Modifications .
Page 593 INDEX i-13 Tires (cont.) Towing (cont.) Trailer ......9-95 Pressure ....10-67 Tachometer .
Page 594 i-14 INDEX Vehicle Care Wheels Tire Pressure ....10-66 Alignment and Tire Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-76 Vehicle Identification Balance ....10-81 Uniform Tire Quality Service Parts Identification Different Size .

GMC 2011 Sierra Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Doors Interior Mirrors

Keys and Locks

Doors

Vehicle Security

Exterior Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Windows

Seats and Restraints

Instruments and Controls

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

Infotainment

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Towing

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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