Chevrolet Tahoe 2015 Owner's Manual

Chevrolet Tahoe 2015 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2015 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Phone .
  • Page 3 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ..13-1 General Information .
  • Page 4 à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the the CHEVROLET Emblem, TAHOE, Attention: Customer Service features.
  • Page 5: Using This Manual

    Introduction Using this Manual Symbols Warning To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. back of the manual.
  • Page 6: Vehicle Symbol Chart

    Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Charging System : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Cruise Control : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Engine Coolant Temperature : Outside Power Foldaway and what they mean. For more Mirrors information on the symbol, refer to : Exterior Lamps...
  • Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 8 In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-11 Lane Departure Steering Wheel Warning (LDW) ... . . 1-22 Adjustment ....1-12 Lane Change Alert (LCA) .
  • Page 9 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-6. 4. Favorite Switches (Out of View). 11. Exterior Lamp Controls on See Steering Wheel Controls on page 6-1. Traction Control/Electronic page 5-3. Fog Lamps on page 6-5 (If Stability Control on page 9-44. Equipped).
  • Page 11: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief 18. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Initial Drive page 5-2. Information 19. Horn on page 5-4. This section provides a brief 20. Steering Wheel Controls on overview about some of the page 5-3. important features that may or may 21.
  • Page 12: Remote Vehicle Start

    In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking : Press and release to initiate lamps will turn on. The doors will be vehicle locate. The turn signal locked and the climate control lamps flash and the horn sounds system may come on. three times.
  • Page 13: Door Locks

    In Brief Door Locks Power Door Locks passenger doors and liftgate will unlock. See Remote Keyless Entry To lock or unlock the doors from (RKE) System Operation (Key inside the vehicle: Access) on page 2-5 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Press on a power door Operation (Keyless Access) on...
  • Page 14: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Press the touch pad on the If equipped, the front and rear To close, press on the bottom underside of the liftgate handle and windows have an express-down of the liftgate next to the latch. lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry feature.
  • Page 15 In Brief If equipped, raise or lower the 2. Slide the seat to the desired If equipped, move the lever up or front part of the seat cushion by position and release the handle. down repeatedly to increase or moving the front of the control decrease lumbar support.
  • Page 16: Memory Features

    In Brief If equipped, press and hold the If equipped, the SET, "1," "2," and To fold the third row seatback: control up to increase upper (Exit) buttons on the driver door 1. Make sure that there is nothing lumbar support and decrease are used to manually save and under, in front of, or on the seat.
  • Page 17: Head Restraint Adjustment

    1-10 In Brief Heated and Cooled Front Safety Belts Press to heat the driver or Seats passenger seat cushion and seatback. If equipped, the vehicle may have Press to cool the driver or heated or heated and cooled seats. passenger seat. See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-9.
  • Page 18: Passenger Sensing System

    In Brief 1-11 Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status Exterior Mirrors indicator will light on the overhead System Power Mirrors console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-20. Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror United States Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
  • Page 19 1-12 In Brief Folding Mirrors Steering Wheel 2. Press again to return the mirrors to the driving position. Adjustment The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when Heated Mirrors going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward If equipped, pressing also heats the vehicle.
  • Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Throttle and Brake Pedal Wheel Adjustment If equipped, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be changed. To adjust the tilt and telescope steering wheel, if equipped: To adjust the power tilt and telescope steering wheel, 1.
  • Page 21: Interior Lighting

    1-14 In Brief See Adjustable Throttle and Brake To change the dome lamp settings, must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY Pedal on page 9-20. press the following: or ON/RUN position or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP). The vehicle may have a memory OFF: Turns the lamps off, even function, which lets pedal settings when a door is open.
  • Page 22: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief 1-15 Exterior Lighting AUTO: Automatically turns on the The windshield wipers are controlled headlamps, parking lamps, by turning the band with taillamps, instrument panel lights, FRONT on it. roof marker lamps (if equipped), and : Fast wipes. license plate lamps. : Slow wipes.
  • Page 23: Climate Controls

    1-16 In Brief more or less frequent wipes. A DIC 5. Defrost INT: Turn the FRONT message may be displayed when band on the wiper lever to adjust the 6. Passenger Temperature Control Rainsense is turned on or off. sensitivity. 7.
  • Page 24 In Brief 1-17 Transmission 2. Press the plus/minus buttons on Automatic Transfer Case the shift lever to select the Range Selection Mode desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9-34. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used.
  • Page 25: Vehicle Features

    1-18 In Brief Vehicle Features 4 : Use the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy Infotainment System roads or in most off-road situations. The base radio information is 4 : Vehicles with a two speed included in this manual.
  • Page 26: Portable Audio Devices

    In Brief 1-19 MENU: Press to select a menu. Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices : Press to seek the previous ® Vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm station or track. radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack, SD card satellite radio subscription can reader, and two USB ports in the...
  • Page 27: Steering Wheel Controls

    1-20 In Brief See Bluetooth (Overview) on See OnStar Overview on page 14-1, page 7-20 or Bluetooth Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-20 (Infotainment Controls - Base or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Radio) on page 7-22 or Bluetooth Base Radio) on page 7-22 or (Voice Recognition - Base Radio) on Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base page 7-26.
  • Page 28: Cruise Control

    In Brief 1-21 Cruise Control accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 9-47 or Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-50 (if equipped).
  • Page 29: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)

    1-22 In Brief Forward Collision Alert change to amber and flash. In Rear Vision addition, beeps will sound or the (FCA) System Camera (RVC) driver seat will pulse. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or If equipped, RVC displays a view of See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) reduce the harm caused by the area behind the vehicle on the...
  • Page 30: Parking Assist

    In Brief 1-23 One in the third row seat on the Parking Assist Assist (IBA) and the Automatic driver side. Collision Preparation (ACP) System. If equipped, Rear Parking Assist These systems can provide a boost One in the rear cargo area on (RPA) uses sensors on the rear to braking or automatically brake the the passenger side.
  • Page 31: Universal Remote System

    1-24 In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (2) to vent the sunroof. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of switch (1) to close it.
  • Page 32: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief 1-25 To turn off both traction control The sunroof also has a sunshade Performance and and StabiliTrak, press and which can be pulled forward to block Maintenance sun rays. The sunshade must be hold until illuminate opened and closed manually. in the instrument cluster and the Traction Control/ appropriate DIC message...
  • Page 33 1-26 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor The low tire pressure warning light Engine Oil Life System may come on in cool weather when This vehicle may have a Tire The engine oil life system calculates the vehicle is first started, and then Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
  • Page 34: E85 Or Flexfuel

    In Brief 1-27 When road and weather E85 or FlexFuel 2. Press and hold the button on conditions are appropriate, use the DIC, or the trip odometer Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can cruise control. reset stem if the vehicle does use either unleaded gasoline or Always follow posted speed not have DIC buttons, for...
  • Page 35: Roadside Assistance Program

    Advisor for Emergency, Security, 1-888-889-2438 Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. OnStar Canada: 1-800-268-6800 services may require a paid New Chevrolet owners are subscription. See OnStar Overview automatically enrolled in the on page 14-1. Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program...
  • Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Automatic Door Locks ..2-18 Folding Mirrors ....2-30 Lockout Protection ... 2-18 Heated Mirrors .
  • Page 37: Keys And Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Warning (Continued) Keys (Key) the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be impacted, and airbags may not Warning deploy. To reduce the risk of Leaving children in a vehicle with unintentional rotation of the an ignition key or Remote ignition key, do not change the...
  • Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows The combination and size of the The key is used for the driver door, If a key is lost or damaged, see your rings that came with your keys were ignition, and glove box. dealer to have a new key made. specifically selected for your Programming Keys Programming without a...
  • Page 39: Keys (Keyless)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Repeat Steps 2 4 two more Keys (Keyless) times. After the third time, turn to ON/RUN; the key is learned and Warning all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle with Remaining keys can be learned by an ignition key or Remote following the procedure in...
  • Page 40: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows This key is used for the driver door With an active OnStar subscription, Remote Keyless Entry and glove box. an OnStar Advisor may remotely (RKE) System Operation unlock the vehicle. See OnStar (Key Access) Overview on page 14-1. The RKE transmitter functions may Remote Keyless Entry work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from...
  • Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows locking has occurred. If enabled If enabled through the DIC, the through the DIC, the horn chirps exterior lamps may turn on. See Vehicle Personalization on when is pressed again within page 5-48. three seconds. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-48.
  • Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement To replace the battery: (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to Replace the battery in the initiate vehicle locate. The turn transmitter soon if the REPLACE signal lamps flash and the horn BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY sounds three times.
  • Page 43: Keyless Access

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See Keyless Access Operation later in this section. The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
  • Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lamps (Vehicle Locator/Panic through the DIC, the horn chirps may turn on. See Vehicle Alarm): Press and release to Personalization on page 5-48. when is pressed again within initiate vehicle locate.
  • Page 45 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access Operation Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors The Keyless Access system allows When the doors are locked and the for doors and the liftgate to be RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) accessed without pressing the of the door handle, pressing the RKE transmitter button.
  • Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 transmitter inside the vehicle. unlocked, or when all doors are longer work. Each vehicle can have If passive locking is enabled, the locked and the transmitter is within up to eight transmitters matched doors may lock with the RKE 1 m (3 ft).
  • Page 47 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the vehicle key into the front of the storage area next to Programming without a key lock cylinder on the driver the center console storage area Recognized Transmitter (Keyless door handle. Then turn the key between the driver and front Access Vehicles Only) counterclockwise, to the unlock...
  • Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC 7. Remove the transmitter from the displays PRESS ENGINE transmitter pocket/insert and START BUTTON TO LEARN, press on the transmitter. then press the ENGINE START/ To program additional STOP button.
  • Page 49 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement To replace the battery: 1. Open the center console storage Replace the battery in the area and the storage tray. transmitter soon if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC.
  • Page 50: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Remote Vehicle Start The vehicle cannot be remote started if: If equipped with the remote start The key is in the ignition (Key feature, the climate control system Access) or the transmitter is in will come on when the vehicle is the vehicle (Keyless Access).
  • Page 51 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Starting the Engine Using Remote running. An extension can be Door Locks Start requested, 30 seconds after starting. Warning 1. Press and release A maximum of two remote starts, 2. Immediately press and hold Unlocked doors can be or a single start with an extension, is allowed between ignition cycles.
  • Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Pushing down the manual lock Key Cylinder Access Warning (Continued) knob on the driver door will lock all doors. Pushing down the injuries or even death from manual lock knob on a heat stroke. Always lock the passenger door will lock only vehicle whenever leaving it.
  • Page 53: Power Door Locks

    2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks When locking the doors with the The vehicle may have an automatic Press on the Remote power lock switch and a door or the lock/unlock feature. This feature can Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
  • Page 54: Safety Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is Doors turned on, the vehicle is off with the driver door open, and door locking Liftgate is requested, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. Warning The Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off using...
  • Page 55: Manual Liftgate

    2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate There will be a delay in the release Warning (Continued) of the liftglass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear wipers are Adjust the climate control in motion. system to a setting that Use the pull cup to lower and close brings in only outside air and the liftgate.
  • Page 56 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Power Liftgate Operation The modes are: vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m MAX: Opens to maximum (3 ft) of the touch pad. Warning height. 3/4: Opens to a reduced height You, or others, could be injured if that can be set from 3/4 to fully caught in the path of the power...
  • Page 57 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not manually force the liftgate to Obstacle Detection Features direction and open fully. The liftgate open or close during a power cycle. will remain open until it is activated If the liftgate encounters an obstacle again or closed manually.
  • Page 58 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Manual Operation To operate, kick your foot straight up in one swift motion under the center Select OFF to manually operate the of the rear bumper, then pull it back. liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the beginning of this section.
  • Page 59: Power Assist Steps

    2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature may be temporarily Power Assist Steps Remove the obstruction, then open disabled under some conditions. and close the door on the same side If the liftgate does not respond to to complete the motion of the assist the kick, open or close the steps.
  • Page 60: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Vehicle Security Slow Flash: Alarm system is If the driver door is opened without armed. first unlocking with the RKE This vehicle has theft-deterrent transmitter, the horn will chirp and Arming the Alarm System features; however, they do not make the lights will flash to indicate the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 61 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Start the vehicle. Make sure there are no Intrusion Sensor and obstructions blocking the Inclination Sensor To avoid setting off the alarm by sensors in the front overhead accident: In addition to the standard console. Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system features, this Close DVD screens before...
  • Page 62: Immobilizer Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-27 The vehicle is automatically the vehicle needs service. If the With the vehicle off, press immobilized when the vehicle is vehicle does start, the first key may the front overhead console to turn turned off. be faulty.
  • Page 63 2-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer Operation The system has one or more page 2-5 or Remote Keyless Entry transmitters matched to an (RKE) System Operation (Keyless (Keyless Access) immobilizer control unit in the Access) on page 2-8. vehicle. Only a correctly matched This vehicle has a passive If the engine does not start with the transmitter will start the vehicle.
  • Page 64: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-29 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. Convex Mirrors 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror. The indicator Warning light goes off.
  • Page 65: Folding Mirrors

    2-30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Heated Mirrors Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: Power Folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: (Rear Window Defogger): The mirrors are accidentally Press to heat the mirrors. obstructed while folding. See Rear Window Defogger under They are accidentally manually Dual Automatic Climate Control...
  • Page 66 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-31 Driving with the Blind Spot Using the Outside Mirror with 1. When the approaching vehicle is Mirror the Blind Spot Mirror a long distance away, the image in the main mirror is small and 1. Set the main mirror so that the near the inboard edge of the side of the vehicle can just be mirror.
  • Page 67: Interior Mirrors

    2-32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped with memory seats, the Push the tab forward for daytime Interior Rearview Mirrors passenger and/or driver mirror tilts use and pull it rearward for to a preselected position when the nighttime use to avoid glare of the Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear vehicle is in R (Reverse).
  • Page 68: Power Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-33 Child-View Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up.
  • Page 69 2-34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down Windows window will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up Windows that have the feature to work. express-down feature allow the To reprogram the power windows: windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the 1.
  • Page 70: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-35 The window returns to normal In this mode, the window can still Sun Visors operation once the obstacle or close on an object in its path. Use condition is removed. care when using the override mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Override...
  • Page 71 2-36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: From the closed position, If an object is in the path of the press the rear of switch (2) to vent sunroof while it is closing, the the sunroof. anti-pinch feature will detect the Sunroof object and stop the sunroof.
  • Page 72 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-22 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-42 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-27 Airbag System Check .
  • Page 73: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
  • Page 74: Seats And

    Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.
  • Page 75: Center Seat

    Seats and Restraints If equipped, raise or lower the To adjust a manual seat: Power Seat Adjustment seat by moving the rear of the 1. Pull the handle at the front of control up or down. the seat. To adjust the seatback, see 2.
  • Page 76: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints If equipped, press and hold the Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease Manual Lumbar lower lumbar support. Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints Do not have a seatback reclined if To adjust a manual seatback: Warning (Continued) the vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever. Manual Reclining Seatbacks The lap belt could go up over The seatback will automatically your abdomen. The belt forces fold forward.
  • Page 78: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2 buttons: 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, power tilt and telescoping steering column (if equipped), and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired driving positions.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints If the Auto Memory Recall feature is RKE Transmitters are not labeled 3. Immediately press and hold enabled in the vehicle with a number. If your memory seat until two beeps sound. personalization menu, memory 1 position is stored to 1 or 2 but this Manually Recalling Memory or 2 positions are recalled in the position is not automatically...
  • Page 80: Heated And Cooled Front

    Seats and Restraints If recalling the exit position, Easy exit recall automatically Warning (Continued) press and hold the appropriate activates when one of the following manual control for the exit occurs: Do not place anything on the seat feature not recalling for The vehicle is turned off and the that insulates against heat, such two seconds.
  • Page 81 3-10 Seats and Restraints The indicator light on the button The heated or cooled seat indicator comes on when this feature is on. lights do not turn on during a remote start. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of The temperature performance of an the button, the seat will change to unoccupied seat may be reduced.
  • Page 82: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints 3-11 Rear Seats If equipped, the buttons are on the Second Row Seats rear of the center console. Reclining Seatbacks Heated Rear Seats Press to heat the left To recline the seatback: outboard or right outboard seat cushion.
  • Page 83 3-12 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Manual Fold and Tumble Caution (Continued) position: Feature belts and return them to their Warning Warning normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. If either seatback is not locked, it Do not leave the second row seat could move forward in a sudden in a tumbled position while the...
  • Page 84 Seats and Restraints 3-13 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard Folding and Tumbling the Seat side of the seat, to release the from the Third Row Seat seatback. Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 85 3-14 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) when the vehicle is in motion. People in the vehicle could be injured in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position before driving the vehicle. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Folding and Tumbling the Seat Caution from the Cargo Area Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
  • Page 87: Third Row Seats

    3-16 Seats and Restraints 2. Press the button (1) on the side To return the seat to the sitting Caution (Continued) trim of the cargo area to fold the position from the tumbled position: seatback. 1. Pull the seat down until both belts and return them to their The left button folds the left sides of the seat are latched to...
  • Page 88 Seats and Restraints 3-17 1. Second Row Power Seat 4. Disconnect the rear safety belt 5. Pull up on the lever on the back Buttons mini-latch, using a key in the slot of the seat to release the on the mini-buckle, and let the seatback.
  • Page 89 3-18 Seats and Restraints The switches (1) can be used to fold To return the seatback to the upright or fold and tumble the second row position: seats from the cargo area. See Second Row Seats on page 3-11. Returning the Seatback to the Upright Position Manual Operation Warning...
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Automatic Operation To return the seatback to the upright Warning position: 1. Open the liftgate to access the A safety belt that is improperly controls for the seat. routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the 2.
  • Page 91: Safety Belts

    3-20 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) This section of the manual After raising the rear seatback, describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some always check to be sure that the in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
  • Page 92: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-21 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly...
  • Page 93: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    3-22 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best have a lap-shoulder belt except for able to take belt restraining the center front passenger position, forces.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-23 The following instructions explain 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull how to wear a lap-shoulder belt the belt across you. Do not let it properly. get twisted. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is The lap-shoulder belt may lock if adjustable, so you can sit up you pull the belt across you very...
  • Page 95 3-24 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 in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Push down on the release button to Pretensioners work only once. If the move the height adjuster to the pretensioners activate in a crash, The vehicle has a shoulder belt desired position. the pretensioners and probably height adjuster for the driver and other parts of the vehicle's safety...
  • Page 97 3-26 Seats and Restraints shoulder belt, the comfort guide 1. Remove the guide from its positions the shoulder belt away storage clip on the interior trim from the neck and head. next to the outboard seatback. Rear Outboard Seating Positions There are comfort guides for the rear outboard seating positions for the second row and the third row...
  • Page 98: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3-27 Third Row Center Seating Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Comfort guides for the third row center seating position are available Safety belts work for everyone, from your dealer. Instructions are including pregnant women. Like all included with the guide.
  • Page 99: Lap Belt

    3-28 Seats and Restraints The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
  • Page 100: Safety Belt Extender

    Seats and Restraints 3-29 Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under Crash around you, you should use it.
  • Page 101: Airbag System

    3-30 Seats and Restraints See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System The vehicle may have the following belt assemblies inspected or airbag: The vehicle has the following replaced. A front center airbag for the airbags: New parts and repairs may be driver and front outboard A frontal airbag for the driver.
  • Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-31 are also designed to help reduce Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate safety belts. Everyone in the should sit as far back as possible very quickly to do their job.
  • Page 103: Where Are The Airbags

    3-32 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) To read how, see Older Children on page 3-44 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-46. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger There is an airbag readiness light side instrument panel.
  • Page 104 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger If the vehicle has a front center Side Similar Side Similar airbag, it is in the inboard side of the driver seatback. The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and impact airbags are in the side of the...
  • Page 105: When Should An Airbag

    3-34 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or even death.
  • Page 106: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints 3-35 The front center airbag, if equipped, roof-rail airbags are designed to How Does an Airbag is designed to inflate in moderate to inflate during a rollover or in a Restrain? severe side crashes depending severe frontal impact. Roof-rail upon the location of the impact, airbags are not designed to inflate in In moderate to severe frontal or...
  • Page 107: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates

    3-36 Seats and Restraints But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come Warning (Continued) types of collisions, primarily into contact with you may be warm, because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may If you experience breathing not toward those airbags.
  • Page 108: Passenger Sensing

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 to help protect you in another The passenger airbag status Warning (Continued) crash. A new system will include indicator will light on the overhead airbag modules and possibly console when the vehicle is started. the vehicle, such as the fuel other parts.
  • Page 109 3-38 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning Warning (Continued) turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal...
  • Page 110 Seats and Restraints 3-39 When the passenger sensing For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a system has turned off the front children in child restraints, and for Child Restraint outboard passenger frontal airbag, very small adults, the passenger The passenger sensing system is the off indicator will light and stay lit sensing system may or may not turn...
  • Page 111 3-40 Seats and Restraints Seat) on page 3-63. Even if the The passenger sensing system may If this happens, use the following child restraint is equipped with a or may not turn off the airbag for a steps to allow the system to detect safety belt lock-off, make sure child in a child restraint depending that person and enable the front...
  • Page 112: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints 3-41 then buckle the belt again Additional Factors Affecting The on indicator may be lit if an without pulling the belt out all object, such as a briefcase, System Operation the way. handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Safety belts help keep the or other electronic device, is put on 6.
  • Page 113: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    3-42 Seats and Restraints To purchase a service manual, see The operation of the airbag system of the seat fabric, could also Service Publications Ordering can also be affected by changing interfere with the operation of the Information on page 13-11. any parts of the front seats, safety passenger sensing system.
  • Page 114: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
  • Page 115: Child Restraints

    3-44 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
  • Page 116 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Warning (Continued) Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-22. belt. The belt force would then be According to accident statistics, applied right on the abdomen. children are safer when properly That could cause serious or fatal restrained in a rear seating position.
  • Page 117: Infants And Young

    3-46 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning Children the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child Everyone in a vehicle needs but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to protection! This includes infants and wrapped around a child s neck.
  • Page 118 Seats and Restraints 3-47 restraint should take into Warning (Continued) consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also If you must secure a whether or not the restraint will forward-facing child restraint in be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
  • Page 119: Child Restraint Systems

    3-48 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning Warning (Continued) To reduce the risk of neck and In a crash, the belt would apply head injury during a crash, infants force on a body area that is need complete support. In a unprotected by any bony crash, if an infant is in a structure.
  • Page 120 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
  • Page 121: Where To Put The Restraint

    3-50 Seats and Restraints Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children age crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
  • Page 122: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-51 assemblies or LATCH anchors for Warning (Continued) Warning additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating front passenger airbag inflates A child in a child restraint in the positions should not be used if the and the passenger seat is in a center front seat can be badly child restraint prevents access to or forward position.
  • Page 123 3-52 Seats and Restraints vehicle. The LATCH system is Make sure to follow the instructions Lower Anchors designed to make installation of a that came with the child restraint, child restraint easier. and also the instructions in this manual. In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child When installing a child restraint with restraint that has LATCH...
  • Page 124 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
  • Page 125 3-54 Seats and Restraints To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats. For third row seats (if equipped), the top tether anchor symbol is on the Second Row Bucket Third Row Seat...
  • Page 126 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Second Row Seat Bucket Second Row Seat 60/40 Third Row Seat For models with bucket second row For models with 60/40 second row For models with a third row seat, the seating, the top tether anchors are seating, the top tether anchors are top tether anchors are on the back at the bottom rear of the seat...
  • Page 127: System

    3-56 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) Warning child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety Children can be seriously injured According to accident statistics, belts to secure the restraint, or strangled if a shoulder belt is children and infants are safer when following the instructions that...
  • Page 128 Seats and Restraints 3-57 This system is designed to make 1.2. Put the child restraint on Caution installation of child restraints easier. the seat. When using lower anchors, do not 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower Do not let the LATCH use the vehicle's safety belts.
  • Page 129 3-58 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the position you are using If the position you are using the top tether according to does not have a head does not have a head your child restraint restraint and you are using restraint and you are using instructions and the a single tether, route the...
  • Page 130 Seats and Restraints 3-59 If the position you are using If the position you are using move it side to side and back has an adjustable head has a fixed head restraint and forth. There should be no restraint and you are using and you are using a single more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of a single tether, raise the...
  • Page 131: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    3-60 Seats and Restraints 3. When the child restraint is Replacing LATCH System removed, reinstall the head Parts After a Crash restraint before the seating position is used. Warning Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged With head restraints that are not LATCH system may not properly installed and adjusted properly,...
  • Page 132: Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 3-61 Securing Child Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH this position. Be sure to follow the system, see Lower Anchors and instructions that came with the child (Center Front Seat) Tethers for Children (LATCH restraint. Secure the child in the System) on page 3-51 for how and child restraint when and as the Warning...
  • Page 133 3-62 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way the lap and shoulder portions of buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the the vehicle's safety belt through lock.
  • Page 134: (Front Passenger Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 3-63 6. If the child restraint has a top seating position is used. See Head tether, follow the child restraint Restraint Removal and manufacturer s instructions Reinstallation under Lower Anchors regarding the use of the top and Tethers for Children (LATCH tether.
  • Page 135 3-64 Seats and Restraints Never put a rear-facing child seat in that the top tether be anchored, or if Warning (Continued) the front. This is because the risk to the instructions that come with the the rear-facing child is so great if the child restraint say that the top strap will not deploy under some airbag deploys.
  • Page 136 Seats and Restraints 3-65 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
  • Page 137 3-66 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If a child restraint has been installed retractor to make sure the and the on indicator is lit, see If the retractor is locked. If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint under Passenger Sensing Steps 5 and 6.
  • Page 138: Storage Compartments

    Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press and hold to open. Compartments There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Press and hold again to close.
  • Page 139: Center Console Storage

    Storage Sunglasses Storage Armrest Storage Center Console Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the cupholders. Rear Storage If equipped, sunglasses storage is Pull the handle and lift to access the on the overhead console.
  • Page 140: Additional Storage Features

    Storage On the rear of the console, there is Additional Storage To return the cover to the retracted a High Voltage Power Outlet position: Features (HVPO), auxiliary jacks, and an 1. Pull up on the cover handle to open storage area. release the cover posts from the Cargo Cover See Power Outlets on page 5-9,...
  • Page 141: Roof Rack System

    Storage To put the cover in the vehicle: 4. Press the end caps in, to allow Roof Rack System the cover to fit into the trim slot. 1. Make sure the cover slot in the holder faces rearward with the 5.
  • Page 142 Storage If equipped, the roof rack can be To prevent damage or loss of cargo Do not exceed the maximum vehicle used to load items. For roof racks when driving, check to make sure capacity when loading the vehicle. that do not have crossrails included, crossrails and cargo are securely For more information on vehicle GM Certified crossrails can be...
  • Page 143 Storage NOTES...
  • Page 144 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-18 Driver Information Center Controls Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-18 (DIC) (Base Level) .
  • Page 145: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Tire Messages ....5-44 Controls Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel Transmission Messages ..5-45 Vehicle Reminder Steering Wheel Messages ....5-46 Adjustment Washer Fluid Messages .
  • Page 146: Steering Wheel Controls

    Instruments and Controls Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Steering Wheel Controls Radio) on page 7-26, or Bluetooth Wheel (Overview) in the infotainment manual. (Phone/Mute): Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call.
  • Page 147: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever. The windshield wipers are controlled The favorite and volume switches by turning the band with are on the back of the steering FRONT on it.
  • Page 148 Instruments and Controls Clear ice and snow from the wiper Rainsense Move the band out of the blades before using them. If frozen position to deactivate Rainsense. With Rainsense, a sensor near the to the windshield, carefully loosen or top center of the windshield detects thaw them.
  • Page 149: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/ when AUTO is turned on or off, a message may display indicating if Washer Rainsense was turned on or off. Warning If the ignition is in ON/RUN and In freezing weather, do not use FRONT is not in one of the the washer until the windshield is sensitivity settings when...
  • Page 150: Compass

    Instruments and Controls The wiper operations return to Compass REAR (Rear Wiper Wash): normal when the transmission is no Press this button on the end of the The vehicle may have a compass longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle lever to spray washer fluid on the display on the Driver Information speed has increased.
  • Page 151: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Clock To set the clock display: Auto Set requires an OnStar subscription. 1. Select SETTINGS from the Setting the Time and Date with Home Page, then select Time If auto timing is set, the time Faceplate Controls and Date.
  • Page 152: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls One on the rear of the center Power Outlets See Ignition Positions (Key armrest storage. Access) on page 9-20 or Ignition Accessory power outlets can be Positions (Keyless Access) on One in the third row seat area on used to plug in electrical equipment, page 9-22.
  • Page 153 5-10 Instruments and Controls An indicator light on the outlet turns Caution Caution on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is in Leaving electrical equipment Hanging heavy equipment from ON/RUN, equipment requiring less plugged in for an extended period the power outlet can cause than 150 watts is plugged into the...
  • Page 154: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there the following, and may not work could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and properly if they are plugged in: function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators Equipment with high initial peak...
  • Page 155: Instrument Cluster

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 156 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 157 5-14 Instruments and Controls Info App. This is where the Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) no active phone call, view recent selected Driver Information calls, scroll through contacts, select There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be from the favorites, or change the in the center of the instrument viewed.
  • Page 158: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Speedometer Tachometer Info Pages: Press while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info The speedometer shows the The tachometer displays the engine Pages menu and select the items to vehicle's speed in either kilometers speed in revolutions per be displayed in the Info app.
  • Page 159: Fuel Gauge

    5-16 Instruments and Controls The gauge moves a little while Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel turning a corner or speeding up. gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is There is an arrow near the fuel turned on, and goes back to...
  • Page 160 Instruments and Controls 5-17 A reading outside the normal Caution (Continued) operating range can be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some Check the oil level as soon as other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the vehicle's oil as possible.
  • Page 161: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-18 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Voltmeter Gauge Temperature Gauge English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine When the ignition is on, this gauge Metric coolant. indicates the battery voltage. While driving under normal When the engine is running, this operating conditions, if the needle gauge shows the condition of the moves into the red warning area,...
  • Page 162: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 The voltmeter gauge may also read Readings outside the normal This cycle may continue several lower when in fuel economy mode. operating range indicate a possible times if the driver remains or This is normal. problem in the electrical system. becomes unbuckled while the Have the vehicle serviced as soon vehicle is moving.
  • Page 163: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls Then the light stays on solid until the wiring, and the crash sensing Warning (Continued) the belt is buckled. This cycle and diagnostic module. For more continues several times if the information on the airbag system, without a crash.
  • Page 164: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning (Continued) lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front Light on page 5-20 for more outboard passenger frontal airbag is information, including important allowed to inflate.
  • Page 165: Malfunction

    5-22 Instruments and Controls When this light comes on, or is Caution (Continued) flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a the vehicle fuel economy might message. not be as good, and the engine See Battery Voltage and Charging might not run as smoothly.
  • Page 166 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, find a Caution (Continued) used. Poor fuel quality causes safe place to stop and park the the engine not to run as vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at efficiently as designed and may This could also result in a failure least 10 seconds, and restart the...
  • Page 167: Brake System Warning

    5-24 Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning while the engine is off. See your Maintenance Programs Light dealer for assistance in verifying Depending on where you live, your proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp.
  • Page 168: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 When the ignition is on, the brake If the light comes on while driving, Warning (Continued) system warning light also comes on stop as soon as it is safely possible when the parking brake is set. The and turn off the vehicle.
  • Page 169: Tow/Haul Mode Light

    5-26 Instruments and Controls Tow/Haul Mode Light If it does not come on, have the Traction Off Light vehicle serviced. This light is green if LDW is on and ready to operate. This light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction.
  • Page 170: Stabilitrak ® Off Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-44. Tire Pressure Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine.
  • Page 171: Low Fuel Warning Light

    5-28 Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire pressure message may also display. See Tire Messages on page 5-44.
  • Page 172: High-Beam On Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog The cruise control light is white lamps are turned off. See Fog when the cruise control is on and Lamps on page 6-5 for more ready, and turns green when the information.
  • Page 173: Information Displays

    5-30 Instruments and Controls Hourmeter Information Displays recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel Unit tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. Driver Information Center Digital Speedometer Average Fuel Economy (DIC) (Base Level) The speedometer shows how fast The Average Fuel Economy display the vehicle is moving in either The DIC displays are shown in the...
  • Page 174 Instruments and Controls 5-31 See Tire Pressure Monitor System the oil has just been changed. bar graph. Dashes may appear in on page 10-55 and Tire Pressure It cannot be reset accurately until the TRAILER OUTPUT display if a Monitor Operation on page 10-56. the next oil change.
  • Page 175: (Dic) (Uplevel)

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Driver Information Center : Press to move between 6. Press while an item is the interactive display zones in the (DIC) (Uplevel) highlighted to select or deselect cluster. that item. When an item is The DIC displays are shown in the selected, a checkmark will (Set/Reset): Press to open a center of the instrument cluster in...
  • Page 176 Instruments and Controls 5-33 L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the When the remaining oil life is low, Tire Pressure: Shows the last time this menu item was reset. the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON approximate pressures of all four This number reflects only the message will appear on the display.
  • Page 177 5-34 Instruments and Controls OUTPUT shows the power output to Press to select the distance or the timer to zero, press and hold the trailer anytime a trailer with while this display is active, or press reset best value. Use electric brakes is connected.
  • Page 178: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC On some vehicles, this message indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START displays if there is a problem with some action that may be needed to VEHICLE the battery charging system.
  • Page 179: Brake System Messages

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Brake System Messages When this message displays, power Cruise Control Messages is no longer available to the trailer BRAKE FLUID LOW ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET brakes. TO XXX This message is displayed when the As soon as it is safe to do so, brake fluid level is low.
  • Page 180: Door Ajar Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 FRONT RADAR BLOCKED SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE obstructions, and close the door again. Check to see if the message SEE OWNERS MANUAL CONTROL still appears on the DIC. This message can display when: If this message displays, take the HOOD OPEN vehicle to your dealer to repair the The radar is not clean.
  • Page 181: Engine Oil Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls added strain on a hot engine, the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL air conditioning compressor ENGINE On some vehicles, this message automatically turns off. When the displays when the engine oil level This message displays and a chime coolant temperature returns to may be too low.
  • Page 182: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 possible and have the vehicle Anytime this message stays on, the atmosphere. A few driving trips with serviced by your dealer. See Engine vehicle should be taken to your the cap properly installed should Oil on page 10-7. dealer for service as soon as turn this light and message off.
  • Page 183: Lamp Messages

    5-40 Instruments and Controls See Starting the Vehicle with a Low REPLACE BATTERY IN AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP Transmitter Battery under Remote REMOTE KEY REDUCED Keyless Entry (RKE) System This message displays when the This message displays when the Operation (Key Access) on battery in the RKE transmitter needs Active Emergency Braking System page 2-5 or Remote Keyless Entry...
  • Page 184 Instruments and Controls 5-41 Clean the entire front and/or rear Collision Alert (FCA), and the Active SERVICE AUTOMATIC of the vehicle. For cleaning Emergency Braking System may not COLLISION PREP instructions, see Exterior Care work or may not work as well. If this message displays, take the on page 10-88.
  • Page 185: Ride Control System

    5-42 Instruments and Controls SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF activate during heavy rain or due to The vehicle is safe to drive; road spray. The vehicle does not however, you do not have the This message indicates that the need service. For cleaning, see benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce driver has turned the Lane Change "Washing the Vehicle"...
  • Page 186: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-43 If an engine or vehicle-related STABILITRAK INITIALIZING STABILITRAK OFF problem has been detected and This message may come on if the This message displays when the the vehicle needs service. StabiliTrak system has not fully StabiliTrak system has been turned See your dealer.
  • Page 187: Steering System

    5-44 Instruments and Controls vehicle to your dealer before turning SERVICE POWER STEERING TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE off the engine. See Immobilizer This message displays when there If equipped with the Tire Pressure Operation (Keyless Access) on is a problem with electric power Monitor System (TPMS), this page 2-28 or Immobilizer Operation steering.
  • Page 188: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-45 If a tire pressure message appears the message turns off and the GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE on the DIC, stop as soon as you four-wheel-drive system returns to This message displays when grade can. Have the tire pressures normal operation.
  • Page 189 5-46 Instruments and Controls SERVICE 4WD TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO cool. This message clears and the chime stops when the fluid NEUTRAL If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, temperature reaches a safe level. this message may display if a If a four-wheel drive shift out of 4 is When towing, use Tow/Haul Mode problem occurs with the...
  • Page 190: Washer Fluid Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-47 If the disconnect occurs while See Integrated Trailer Brake on page 5-32 and Integrated Trailer the vehicle is stopped, this Control System under Towing Brake Control System under message clears itself after a Equipment on page 9-82. Towing Equipment on page 9-82.
  • Page 191: Vehicle Personalization

    5-48 Instruments and Controls Display Vehicle 2. Press to select the desired feature setting. Rear Camera Personalization Return to Factory Settings 3. Press BACK on the faceplate Use the audio system controls to or the screen button to return Software Information access the personalization menus to the previous menu or exit.
  • Page 192 Instruments and Controls 5-49 To enable valet mode: Manage Settings Change PIN 1. Enter a four-digit code on the Press and the following may This allows the Personal keypad. display: Identification Number (PIN) to be changed. See Teen Driver on 2.
  • Page 193 5-50 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Manage Favorites Maximum Startup Volume Climate and Air Quality This allows favorites to be edited. This feature sets the maximum See Manage Favorites in Radio startup volume. If the vehicle is Select the Climate and Air Quality Setup under Home Page on started and the volume is greater menu and the following may display:...
  • Page 194 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Select Off or On. Preparation feature. With the Alert & Side Blind Zone Alert Brake setting, both Forward This allows the feature to be turned Collision/Detection Systems Collision Alert as well as the on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert Automatic Braking capability of the Select the Collision/Detection (SBZA) on page 9-65.
  • Page 195 5-52 Instruments and Controls Auto Memory Recall Auto Mirror Folding Exit Lighting This allows the feature to be turned When on, the outside rearview This allows the selection of how on or off. See Memory Seats on mirrors will automatically fold or long the exterior lamps stay on page 3-7.
  • Page 196 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will If equipped and turned on, this doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle feature will turn the heated seats on the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
  • Page 197 5-54 Instruments and Controls Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Device Management Prompt Length This feature sounds an alert when Select to connect to a different This feature adjusts the voice the RKE transmitter is left in the phone source, disconnect a phone, prompt length.
  • Page 198: Universal Remote System Programming

    Instruments and Controls 5-55 Rear Camera Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote This allows selection of restoring Select and the following may System vehicle settings. display: See Radio Frequency Statement on Select Restore or Cancel. Guidance Lines page 13-12. Rear Park Assist Symbols Clear All Private Data Universal Remote System This allows selection to clear all...
  • Page 199 5-56 Instruments and Controls Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held that does not have the stop and accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the reverse feature.
  • Page 200 Instruments and Controls 5-57 programming is complete. does not flash, press and hold There is no need to the same button a second time complete Steps 4 6. for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move If the indicator light does or the garage door lamp does not come on or the garage...
  • Page 201: Universal Remote System Operation

    5-58 Instruments and Controls This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote system to pick up Universal Remote System Operation the signal during programming. Button Using the Universal Remote If the programming did not work, To reprogram any of the system System replace Step 2 under Programming...
  • Page 202: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-6 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
  • Page 203: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, When the headlamps are turned on Headlamp High/ the off position will only work when while the vehicle is on, the Low-Beam Changer the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). headlamps turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is (Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Automatically...
  • Page 204: Flash-To-Pass

    Lighting Flash-to-Pass The DRL system comes on when Automatic Headlamp the following conditions are met: System This feature lets you use the The ignition is on. high-beam headlamps to signal a When the exterior lamp control is driver in front of you that you want The exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough to pass.
  • Page 205: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark in AUTO, the headlamps, parking (Hazard Warning Flashers): garage, the automatic headlamp lamps, and other exterior lamps Press this button to make the front system comes on immediately. If it come on. The transition time for the and rear turn signal lamps flash on is light outside when the vehicle lamps coming on varies based on...
  • Page 206: Fog Lamps

    Lighting Raise or lower the lever for less the Driver Information Center (DIC). (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the than one second until the arrow To turn the chime and message off, fog lamps on or off. A light will come starts to flash to signal a lane move the turn signal lever to the on in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 207: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Instrument Panel Illumination Control There are dome lamps in the There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. if equipped. To operate, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY To change the dome lamp settings, This feature controls the brightness...
  • Page 208: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting The headlamps, taillamps, parking Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, license plate lamps, and interior lamps come on The vehicle has an illuminated entry when the key is removed from the feature. ignition. The exterior lamps and When a door is opened, the dome interior lamps remain on after the lamps and puddle lamps come on if...
  • Page 209: Battery Load Management

    Lighting Battery Load This is because the generator Normally, these actions occur in (alternator) may not be spinning fast steps or levels, without being Management enough at idle to produce all the noticeable. In rare cases at the power that is needed for very high highest levels of corrective action, The vehicle has Electric Power electrical loads.
  • Page 210 Infotainment System Infotainment Navigation Introduction ® OnStar System ... . . 7-19 System Infotainment Phone Bluetooth (Overview) ..7-20 Base radio information is included in Bluetooth (Infotainment this manual.
  • Page 211: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up phone numbers in The infotainment system has built-in Theft-Deterrent Feature advance so they can be called features intended to help avoid ® TheftLock is designed to easily by pressing a single distraction by disabling some discourage theft of the vehicle's button or by using a single voice functions when driving.
  • Page 212 Infotainment System Radio with CD...
  • Page 213 Infotainment System When on, press to mute the system. Press again to unmute. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. 5. MEDIA Press to change the audio source between CD, USB, SD card, and AUX. 6. RADIO Press to change the audio Radio with TONE source between AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped.
  • Page 214: Home Page

    Infotainment System Turn to scroll through (Seek) (Eject) (If Equipped) or a list. TONE (If Equipped) CD (If Equipped): Press Turn to manually select to seek the beginning of Press to eject the CD (if a station. the current or previous equipped).
  • Page 215 Infotainment System PHONE: Select the PHONE screen Language (Current Language): Radio: See Radio Setup later in icon to display the Phone main This will set the display language in this section. page. See Bluetooth Overview in the radio and instrument cluster. Vehicle: See Vehicle Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-20 Select to display a list of languages.
  • Page 216 Infotainment System To move a favorite, press Maximum Startup Volume: This Return to Factory Settings the MOVE screen button. feature sets the maximum startup Select and the following may Turn the MENU knob to volume. If the vehicle is started and display: select a new location, then the volume is greater than this level,...
  • Page 217: Software Updates

    Website Information Playing the Radio Tone Settings: In the U.S., see www.chevrolet.com While on the audio main page, Bass, Midrange, and Treble: press the RADIO or MEDIA button Turn the MENU knob and In Canada, see repeatedly through the available highlight.
  • Page 218 Infotainment System The middle position balances Station List: Select to display a list Channel List: Select to display a the sound between the front and list of SiriusXM stations. Turn the of AM or FM stations. Press rear speakers. MENU knob to highlight and press BACK to go to the previous menu.
  • Page 219: Satellite Radio

    7-10 Infotainment System AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If Satellite Radio Browsing SiriusXM Channels Equipped): While on the active To browse the SiriusXM channels: ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio source main page, such as AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped), press and Service 1.
  • Page 220: Rear Side Window

    Infotainment System 7-11 especially around tall buildings or Cell Phone Usage If a cellular telephone antenna hills, causing the sound to fade in needs to be attached to the glass, Cell phone usage, such as making and out. make sure that the grid lines for the or receiving phone calls, charging, AM-FM antenna are not damaged.
  • Page 221: Multi-Band Antenna

    7-12 Infotainment System Audio Players There can be increased skipping, Caution difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. CD Player Do not apply aftermarket glass If these problems occur, check the tinting with metallic film. The disc for damage or try a known The CD player can be used for CD metallic film in some tinting good disc.
  • Page 222 Infotainment System 7-13 Press and hold to fast reverse damaged or improperly loaded, CD Menu through a track. Release the there is an error and the disc While on the CD main page, press button to return to playing ejects. the MENU knob to display the CD speed.
  • Page 223: Error Messages

    7-14 Infotainment System Maximum number of folders: Error Messages If Disc Player Error displays, it could eight folders with 255 files be for one of the following reasons: If Disc Error displays and/or the disc per folder. The player temperature is comes out, it could be for one of the Maximum of 1,000 files on too high.
  • Page 224: Usb Port

    Infotainment System 7-15 USB Port While the USB source is active, use Auto Volume: If equipped, see the corresponding faceplate buttons Playing an Audio CD previously in Playing from a USB to operate USB function: this section. A USB mass storage device or DSP: If equipped, this feature (Seek Previous/Fast Media Transfer Protocol (MTP)
  • Page 225 7-16 Infotainment System iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, The music information displays on Tone Settings: Select to adjust iPhone 4 the radio s display and begins Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, playing through the vehicle s Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See There may be problems with audio system.
  • Page 226: Sd Card Reader

    Infotainment System 7-17 2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Albums: 5. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select a playlist and press to select the song 1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight name to view a list of all songs from the list to begin playback.
  • Page 227: Auxiliary Jack

    7-18 Infotainment System through all of the available audio Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable Auto Volume: If equipped, see source screens, until the SD card from the auxiliary device to the Playing an Audio CD previously in screen is shown. auxiliary input jack.
  • Page 228: Navigation Onstar System

    Infotainment System 7-19 Route Preview Navigation Press the button below the MUTE screen button to mute the Repeat navigation directions. The previous ® OnStar System When the system is downloading a audio selection will play. The MUTE route, the only option available is ®...
  • Page 229: Phone

    7-20 Infotainment System Press the button below the Route Preview Phone PREV screen button to display the previous maneuver Bluetooth (Overview) information, including distance between it and the previous Instructions for using the cell phone maneuver. may differ between infotainment systems.
  • Page 230 Infotainment System 7-21 duplicate or rarely used entries. Bluetooth Controls Warning (Continued) If possible, program speed dial Use the buttons on the instrument or other shortcuts. panel, faceplate, and the steering Taking your eyes off the road too Review the controls and wheel to operate the Bluetooth long or too often could cause a operation of the infotainment...
  • Page 231: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)

    7-22 Infotainment System PHONE: Select to enter the phone Audio System Switching to Handset or main menu. See Bluetooth Hands-Free Mode When using the Bluetooth system, (Overview) on page 7-20 or sound comes through the vehicle's To switch between handset mode Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - front audio system speakers and and hands-free mode, use the...
  • Page 232 Infotainment System 7-23 the cell phone changes or the 2. Turn the MENU knob and press 6. If the phone prompts to accept cell phone is deleted from the to select Manage Phones. connection or allow phone book system. download, select Always Accept 3.
  • Page 233 7-24 Infotainment System 4. Press the button below the Phone Menu to make calls. See your cell phone DELETE screen button to delete manufacturer s user guide or Once a phone is connected and the highlighted device. contact your wireless provider to selected, the following may display: find out if this feature is supported 5.
  • Page 234 Infotainment System 7-25 To make a call using the 2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the number. To call, press the Contacts menu: Recent Calls and press to button just below the CALL select. screen button. 1. From the Home Page, turn the MENU knob, then press to If necessary, select between Accepting or Declining a Call...
  • Page 235 7-26 Infotainment System Call Waiting Ending a Call From the PHONE main menu, turn the MENU knob to highlight Active Call waiting must be supported on To end a call, do one of the Call and press to select. the Bluetooth phone and enabled by following: the wireless service carrier to work.
  • Page 236 Infotainment System 7-27 4. Start the pairing process on the 6. Repeat Steps 1 5 to pair 4. Say the name of the phone to cell phone that you want to pair. additional phones. delete. For help with this process, see Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone your cell phone manufacturer's...
  • Page 237 7-28 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone 3. Say the entire phone number or Using the Delete Command a group of digits all at once with Numbers 1. Press . The system responds no pauses, then follow the The following commands are used Ready, followed by a tone.
  • Page 238 Infotainment System 7-29 2. Say Directory. Once connected, the person called After each digit is entered, the will be heard through the audio system repeats back the digit it 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. speakers. heard followed by a tone. 4. Say List. If an unwanted number is Calling 911 Emergency (U.S.
  • Page 239 7-30 Infotainment System Using the Re-dial Command Press to answer an incoming 4. Once the call is connected, call when another call is active. press to link all callers 1. Press . The system responds The original call is placed together.
  • Page 240 Infotainment System 7-31 To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth The cell phone's normal prompt Clearing the System System from a Cell Phone messages will go through their cycle Unless information is deleted out of according to the phone's operating During a call with the audio on the the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it instructions.
  • Page 241: Teen Driver

    7-32 Infotainment System Access or delete Report Card Settings For Ignition Keyed System: data or Teen Driver settings. If the key is not registered, Register or Unregister a Key Teen Driver select Register and follow the instructions. A message displays Any of the vehicle keys can be If equipped, Teen Driver allows keys to confirm successful...
  • Page 242 Infotainment System 7-33 If no transmitter key is detected, Other vehicle features, such as start up, the vehicle will recognize a message displays indicating to Park Assist, if equipped, cannot the non-Teen Driver transmitter key place the transmitter key in the be turned off when the Teen to start the vehicle.
  • Page 243: Trademarks And License Agreements

    7-34 Infotainment System Trademarks and Explicit Language Notice: Channels with frequent explicit language are License Agreements indicated with an XL preceding the channel name. Channel blocking is FCC Information available for SiriusXM Satellite Radio receivers by notifying See Radio Frequency Statement on SiriusXM: page 13-12.
  • Page 244 Infotainment System 7-35 Furthermore, the AMBER voice Bluetooth compression software included in The Bluetooth word mark and logos this product is protected by are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, intellectual property rights including Inc. and andy use of such marks by patent rights, copyrights, and trade General Motors is under license.
  • Page 245 7-36 Infotainment System NOTES...
  • Page 246 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls Systems 4. Fan Control Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate 5. Defrost Dual Automatic Climate Control Control System System ..... . 8-1 6.
  • Page 247 Climate Controls Front Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to Press AUTO to return to automatic cool the vehicle faster, recirculation operation. Automatic Operation may be automatically selected in Driver and Passenger warm weather. The system automatically controls Temperature Control: The the fan speed, air delivery, air The recirculation light will not come temperature can be adjusted...
  • Page 248 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the and the air conditioning compressor inside the vehicle. When high automatic operation and the system will run, unless the outside humidity is detected, the climate goes into manual mode. Press temperature is close to freezing. control system may adjust to AUTO to return to automatic outside air supply and turn on the...
  • Page 249 Climate Controls except rear temperature are Remote Start Climate Control Caution manually adjusted, this cancels full Operation automatic operation. If equipped with the remote start Using a razor blade or sharp feature, the climate control system Fan Control: Press up or down to object to clear the inside rear will come on when the vehicle is increase or decrease the rear...
  • Page 250: Rear Climate Control System

    Climate Controls There is also an exterior Automatic Operation temperature sensor behind the front AUTO: Press AUTO to control the grille. This sensor reads the outside inside temperature, air delivery, and air temperature and helps maintain fan speed. A is indicated in the the temperature inside the vehicle.
  • Page 251: Air Vents

    Climate Controls MODE (Air Delivery Mode Air Vents Operation Tips Control): Press to change the Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. or leaves from the air inlets at center and on the side of the Repeatedly press the button until the base of the windshield that...
  • Page 252: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 1.
  • Page 253 Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
  • Page 254 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-24 Ride Control Systems Engine Heater ....9-26 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Retained Accessory...
  • Page 255: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-69 distractions.
  • Page 256: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
  • Page 257: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an Steering in Emergencies vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power There are some situations when normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced.
  • Page 258: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid The vehicle's right wheels can drop material on the road. Learn to too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating One of the best ways for successful To gain more ground clearance if Warning (Continued) off-road driving is to control the needed, it may be necessary to speed. remove the front fascia lower air passengers can be struck by dam.
  • Page 260 Driving and Operating Environmental Concerns Warning (Continued) Warning Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been cause a rollover. You could be Driving to the top of a hill at high set aside for public off-road injured or killed. Do not drive on speed can cause an accident.
  • Page 261 Driving and Operating If you cannot make it up the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) hill, back straight down the hill. P (Park). This is because the cause loss of control and you or Never back down a hill in N (Neutral) position on the others could be injured or killed.
  • Page 262 Driving and Operating up or down might be too steep to Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning drive across. Driving across an snow and ice and it is easy to lose incline puts more weight on the control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the downhill wheels, which could driving on hard packed snow...
  • Page 263: Driving On Wet Roads

    9-10 Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) Warning Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or ground from under your tires. Wet brakes can cause crashes. chassis, or under the hood. These Traction could be lost, and the They might not work as well in a accumulations can be a fire hazard.
  • Page 264: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating 9-11 Turn off cruise control. Hydroplaning Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Hill and Mountain Roads can build up under the vehicle's Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Driving on steep hills or through tires so they actually ride on the or with the ignition off is mountains is different than driving water.
  • Page 265: Winter Driving

    9-12 Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-41. Warning Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on or ice between the tires and the any slippery road and watch for...
  • Page 266: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-13 If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument speed, they can explode, and you...
  • Page 267: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-14 Driving and Operating gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Vehicle Load Limits the forward and reverse directions It is very important to know how causes a rocking motion that could much weight your vehicle can free the vehicle. If that does not get carry.
  • Page 268 Driving and Operating 9-15 (B-pillar). With the driver door the front and rear axles. See Warning (Continued) open, you will find the label Certification/Tire Label later in attached below the door lock this section. vehicle handles. This could post (striker). The tire and cause loss of control and a Steps for Determining Correct loading information label shows...
  • Page 269 9-16 Driving and Operating there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
  • Page 270 Driving and Operating 9-17 weight of the driver, passengers, The GVWR includes the weight and cargo should never exceed of the vehicle, all occupants, your vehicle's capacity weight. fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
  • Page 271 9-18 Driving and Operating The label will help you decide Warning Warning how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry. Do not load the vehicle any Things you put inside the heavier than the Gross vehicle can strike and injure Using heavier suspension Vehicle Weight Rating people in a sudden stop or...
  • Page 272: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating When you carry something Avoid making hard stops for New Vehicle Break-In inside the vehicle, secure the first 322 km (200 mi) or it whenever you can. so. During this time the new Caution brake linings are not yet Do not leave a seat folded...
  • Page 273: Adjustable Throttle And Brake

    9-20 Driving and Operating Adjustable Throttle and Press the switch to the left to move Ignition Positions (Key the pedals closer to your body. Brake Pedal Access) Press the switch to the right to move the pedals away. If equipped, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be Before you start driving, fully press changed.
  • Page 274 Driving and Operating 9-21 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ If the vehicle must be shut off in an Warning OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, emergency: turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while OFF to turn the engine off.
  • Page 275: Ignition Positions

    9-22 Driving and Operating 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This 4 (START): This is the position that Vehicles with Keyless Access have position lets things like the radio starts the engine. When the engine pushbutton starting. and the windshield wipers operate starts, release the key. The ignition Pressing the button cycles it through while the engine is off.
  • Page 276 Driving and Operating 9-23 If the vehicle is in P (Park), the turned off center. If this happens, 4. Set the parking brake. See ignition will turn off, and Retained the vehicle may not start. Move the Parking Brake on page 9-42. Accessory Power (RAP) will remain steering wheel from left to right active.
  • Page 277: Access)

    9-24 Driving and Operating The ignition will switch from ACC/ The instruments and audio systems Caution ACCESSORY to OFF after will operate as they do in ON/RUN, five minutes to prevent battery but the vehicle will not be able to be If you add electrical parts or rundown.
  • Page 278 Driving and Operating 9-25 When the low fuel warning lamp 2. If the engine does not start Starting Procedure (Keyless is on and the FUEL LEVEL LOW after five to 10 seconds, Access) message is displayed in the especially in very cold weather 1.
  • Page 279: Engine Heater

    9-26 Driving and Operating If the vehicle starts briefly but To Use the Engine Coolant Caution then stops again, do the same Heater thing. This clears the extra Cranking the engine for long 1. Turn off the engine. gasoline from the engine. Do not periods of time, by returning the race the engine immediately 2.
  • Page 280: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating 9-27 The length of time the heater should Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the by a ground fault detection vehicle. Possible heater cord area where you will be parking the function.
  • Page 281: Shifting Into Park

    9-28 Driving and Operating door is opened. The radio continues Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) to work for up to 10 minutes or until Engine Running the driver door is opened. case is in a drive gear. If towing a Warning trailer, see Driving Characteristics Shifting Into Park...
  • Page 282: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-29 If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake.
  • Page 283: Parking Over Things

    9-30 Driving and Operating Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the Warning vehicle to achieve better fuel Engine exhaust contains carbon economy.
  • Page 284: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic in the vehicle body from engine running. shift lever position indicator within damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the instrument cluster.
  • Page 285 9-32 Driving and Operating increase in the effort to shift out of R (Reverse): Use this gear to Warning P (Park). See Torque Lock under back up. Shifting Into Park on page 9-28. Shifting into a drive gear while the Caution engine is running at high speed is Warning...
  • Page 286 Driving and Operating 9-33 D (Drive): This position is for The vehicle has a shift stabilization vehicle is being used, such as with normal driving. It provides the best feature that adjusts the transmission a heavy load or when the fuel economy.
  • Page 287: Manual Mode

    9-34 Driving and Operating To disable or enable Normal Mode while driving downhill or towing a Caution (Continued) Grade Braking within the current trailer by letting you select a desired ignition key cycle, press and hold range of gears. may damage the transmission. the Tow/Haul button for To use this feature: The repair will not be covered by...
  • Page 288 Driving and Operating 9-35 For example, when 5 (Fifth) is Gear before shifting from selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) gears are automatically shifted by Range after shifting from the transmission, but 6 (Sixth) D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) cannot be used until the plus/minus button on the shift lever is used to...
  • Page 289: Tow/Haul Mode

    9-36 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode button. When the Tow/Haul Mode is To disable or enable Tow/Haul enabled, a light on the instrument Grade Braking within the current cluster will come on. ignition key cycle, press and hold the Tow/Haul button for See Tow/Haul Mode Light on five seconds.
  • Page 290: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-37 Drive Systems Shifting into 4 will turn Traction Warning ® Control and StabiliTrak off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to Control on page 9-44. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is Two Speed Automatic engages the front axle for extra...
  • Page 291 9-38 Driving and Operating ignition is turned on and one will 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): Use Shifting into 4 will turn Traction stay on. If the lights display for driving on most streets and Control and StabiliTrak off. See momentarily when the ignition is in highways.
  • Page 292 Driving and Operating 9-39 30 seconds and not complete the To shift into 4 : Caution shift. After 30 seconds the transfer 1. The ignition must be in ON/RUN case will shift to 4 . Turn the knob Shifting the transmission into gear and the vehicle must be stopped to 4 to display the indicator.
  • Page 293 9-40 Driving and Operating 4. Shift the transmission to 9. Place the transmission shift Single Speed Automatic N (Neutral). lever in P (Park). See Transfer Case Recreational Vehicle Towing on 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 . page 10-83. 6.
  • Page 294: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-41 indicator, turn the knob to another power is sent to the front and rear Brakes position so that it matches the wheels automatically based on actual transfer case setting. If no driving conditions. This setting Antilock Brake lights display, take the vehicle to provides slightly lower fuel economy System (ABS)
  • Page 295: Parking Brake

    9-42 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
  • Page 296: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating 9-43 Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Caution The Brake Assist feature is Vehicles with StabiliTrak have an Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in HSA feature, which may be useful can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle when the vehicle is stopped on a and cause premature wear or...
  • Page 297: Ride Control Systems

    9-44 Driving and Operating It will not activate if the vehicle is in Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the a drive gear and facing downhill or if driver in keeping the vehicle on the the vehicle is facing uphill and in intended path.
  • Page 298 Driving and Operating 9-45 Turn on and stay on when either See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on Turning the Systems Off system is not working. page 9-13 and Turning the and On Systems Off and On later in this If either system fails to turn on or to section.
  • Page 299: Magnetic Ride Control

    9-46 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak will automatically turn on position of the vehicle. The press and release the button. The if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h controller then sends signals to traction off light displayed in the (35 mph). Traction control will each shock absorber to instrument cluster will turn off.
  • Page 300: Automatic Level Control

    Driving and Operating 9-47 Automatic Level Control The system may exhaust (lower Cruise Control vehicle height) for up to 10 minutes The automatic level control rear after the ignition key has been suspension is available on light-duty Warning turned off. You may hear the air vehicles and comes as a part of the compressor operating when the Cruise control can be dangerous...
  • Page 301 9-48 Driving and Operating ® This vehicle has a Hydra-Matic (Cancel): Press to disengage 6-speed automatic transmission. cruise control without erasing the See Tow/Haul Mode Grade set speed from memory. Braking under Tow/Haul Mode on Setting Cruise Control page 9-36 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the is on when not in use, the Range Selection Mode, Tow/Haul...
  • Page 302 Driving and Operating 9-49 To increase vehicle speed in The cruise control indicator on the page 5-12. The increment value small increments, briefly press instrument cluster turns green after used depends on the units +RES. For each press, the cruise control has been set to the displayed.
  • Page 303: Adaptive Cruise Control

    9-50 Driving and Operating Shift the transmission to Cruise Grade Braking is enabled If a vehicle is detected in your path, N (Neutral). when the vehicle is started and ACC can apply acceleration or cruise control is active. It is not limited, moderate braking to To turn off cruise control, enabled in Range Selection Mode.
  • Page 304 Driving and Operating 9-51 Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) when vehicles suddenly slow or Do not use Adaptive Cruise stop ahead, or enter your lane. Control when: Also see Alerting the Driver in this section. Complete attention is On winding and hilly roads or always required while driving and when the sensors are blocked by snow, ice, or dirt.
  • Page 305 9-52 Driving and Operating 3. Press and release the SET Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage control on the steering wheel. ACC without erasing the selected If the ACC is set at a desired speed set speed. 4. Remove foot from the and then the brakes are applied, ACC is disengaged without erasing accelerator.
  • Page 306 Driving and Operating 9-53 Press and hold +RES until the Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Selecting the Follow Distance Gap desired set speed appears on Set Speed When a slower moving vehicle is the display, then release it. If ACC is already activated, do one detected ahead within the selected To increase vehicle speed in...
  • Page 307 9-54 Driving and Operating The range of selectable gaps may times. See Collision/Detection speed increases or decreases to not be appropriate for all drivers and Systems under Vehicle follow the vehicle in front of you, but driving conditions. Personalization on page 5-48. will not exceed the set speed.
  • Page 308 Driving and Operating 9-55 A message will appear on the DIC Curves in the Road Warning (Continued) indicating that cruise is disengaging. Warning The ACC active symbol will not be when using ACC. Your complete displayed when ACC is no longer attention is always required while On curves, ACC may not detect a active.
  • Page 309 9-56 Driving and Operating Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning (Continued) attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. ACC may operate differently in a ACC may detect a vehicle that is sharp curve.
  • Page 310: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-57 Do Not Use ACC on Hills and Disengaging ACC Driver Assistance When Towing a Trailer There are three ways to Systems disengage ACC: This vehicle may have features that Step lightly on the brake pedal. work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while Press driving, backing, and parking.
  • Page 311: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    9-58 Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Under many conditions, these beeping.
  • Page 312 Driving and Operating 9-59 1. View Displayed by the the ground and below bumper level. Warning Camera These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid The RVC system does not display weather. Blocked sensors will not children, pedestrians, bicyclists, detect objects and can also cause crossing traffic, animals, or any false detections.
  • Page 313 9-60 Driving and Operating the front or rear depending on Turning the Features On or Off object location, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. Beeps for FPA are higher pitched than for RPA. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) If equipped, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA button to the left of the...
  • Page 314: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Driving and Operating 9-61 parking assist to work properly with When approaching a vehicle ahead Warning (Continued) a small item attached to the trailer too quickly, FCA provides a red hitch. Turn off parking assist when flashing alert on the windshield and warning with enough time to help towing a trailer.
  • Page 315 9-62 Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Alert Seat will pulse five times. Warning (Continued) When this Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver or ice, or if the windshield is braking to occur more rapidly which damaged.
  • Page 316 Driving and Operating 9-63 setting on the DIC. Additional button vehicles, or shadows. These alerts Collision Preparation (ACP) System. presses will change this setting. The are normal operation and the These systems can provide a boost chosen setting will remain until it is vehicle does not need service.
  • Page 317: System

    9-64 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) flow of traffic. If this occurs, take ACP is an emergency crash Complete attention is always your foot off the brake pedal and preparation feature and is not required while driving, and you then apply the brakes as needed.
  • Page 318: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating 9-65 Automatic Braking may slow the the Lane Change Alert system, read Warning vehicle to a complete stop to try to the entire Lane Change Alert avoid a potential crash. The vehicle section before using this feature. Using the Automatic Collision will only hold at a stop briefly.
  • Page 319 9-66 Driving and Operating approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) Warning (Continued) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) changing lanes may result in warning area starts at approximately injury, death, or vehicle damage. the middle of the vehicle and goes Before making a lane change, back 5 m (16 ft).
  • Page 320: Lane Departure

    Driving and Operating 9-67 page 5-48. If LCA is disabled by the vehicles. This is normal system If the LCA displays do not light up driver, the LCA mirror displays will operation; the vehicle does not need when vehicles are in the side blind not light up.
  • Page 321 9-68 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) The LDW system does not steer marking. Always keep your the vehicle. The LDW system attention on the road and may not: maintain proper vehicle position within the lane, or vehicle Provide enough time to avoid When LDW is on, is green if damage, injury, or death could...
  • Page 322 Driving and Operating 9-69 When the System Does Not Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an vehicle. See E85 or FlexFuel on The system may not detect lanes as important part of the proper page 9-71.
  • Page 323: California Fuel

    9-70 Driving and Operating available in some cities. If these The malfunction indicator lamp may Fuels in Foreign gasolines comply with the turn on. If this occurs, see your Countries previously described specification, dealer for service. then they are acceptable to use. If planning to drive in countries California Fuel However, E85 (85% ethanol) and...
  • Page 324: E85 Or Flexfuel

    Driving and Operating 9-71 gasoline additive recommended by The starting characteristics of E85 Caution General Motors. It is available at or FlexFuel make it unsuitable for your dealer. use when temperatures fall below Do not use fuel containing -18°C (0°F). Use gasoline or add Do not use additives with E85 or methanol.
  • Page 325 9-72 Driving and Operating capability, the fuel cap will be yellow While refueling, hang the tethered Warning (Continued) and state that E85 or gasoline can fuel cap from the hook on the be used. See E85 or FlexFuel on fuel door. Keep sparks, flames, and page 9-71.
  • Page 326: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-73 Filling a Portable Fuel Warning Warning (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the Warning opening of the container nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by before dispensing fuel, and Filling a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
  • Page 327: Trailer Towing

    9-74 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
  • Page 328 Driving and Operating 9-75 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Caution (Continued) amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The The vehicle could be damaged. longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as Avoid making very sharp turns vehicle itself.
  • Page 329 9-76 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in the transmission to a lower gear if place, release the regular brakes the transmission shifts too often until the chocks absorb the load. Warning under heavy loads and/or hilly 4.
  • Page 330: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-77 Maintenance when Trailer Trailer Towing Caution Towing Do not tow a trailer during break-in. The vehicle needs service more Pulling a trailer improperly can See New Vehicle Break-In on often when pulling a trailer. damage the vehicle and result in page 9-19.
  • Page 331 9-78 Driving and Operating The following information has many Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle and safety rules. Many of these are has only the driver and all required important for your safety and that of trailering equipment.
  • Page 332 Driving and Operating 9-79 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheelbase 5.3L V8 3.08 2 994 kg (6,600 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 3 901kg (8,600 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 1500 Series 2WD Long Wheelbase 5.3L V8 3.08...
  • Page 333 9-80 Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (1) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight.
  • Page 334 Driving and Operating 9-81 Make sure not to exceed the GVWR Maximum Tongue limit for the vehicle, or the RGAWR, Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight with the tow vehicle and trailer fully 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) loaded for the trip including the weight of the trailer tongue.
  • Page 335: Towing Equipment

    9-82 Driving and Operating Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it Adjustment Hitches becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains The correct hitch equipment helps may be provided by the hitch maintain combination control.
  • Page 336 Driving and Operating 9-83 Since the vehicle is equipped with If charging a remote (non-vehicle) Tow/Haul Mode StabiliTrak, the trailer brakes cannot battery, press the Tow/Haul mode tap into the vehicle's hydraulic button at the end of the shift lever. system.
  • Page 337: Integrated Trailer Brake Control System

    9-84 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul This symbol is on the Trailer Brake when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer Control Panel on vehicles with an large or heavy load.
  • Page 338 Driving and Operating 9-85 Make sure all of these systems are Trailer Brake Control Panel along with the Trailer Brake Display fully operational to ensure full Page on the DIC to adjust and functionality of the ITBC system. display power output to the trailer brakes.
  • Page 339 9-86 Driving and Operating Activate the Manual Trailer A trailer with electric brakes has The trailer's and the vehicle's brake Brake apply lever. become disconnected (a lamps will come on when either CHECK TRAILER WIRING vehicle brakes or manual trailer TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be message will also display on brakes are applied.
  • Page 340 Driving and Operating 9-87 Use the following to adjust Trailer 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING: Gain for each towing condition: vehicle loading, trailer loading, This message will display if: or road surface conditions 1. Drive the vehicle with the trailer The ITBC system first change or if trailer wheel lock-up attached on a level road surface...
  • Page 341: Trailer Sway

    9-88 Driving and Operating the trailer wiring. This message continues over multiple ignition Trailer Sway will also turn off if it is cycles, there is a problem with the Control (TSC) acknowledged. ITBC system. Have the vehicle serviced. Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a To determine if the electrical fault is TSC feature.
  • Page 342: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating 9-89 Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the Warning vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. Even if the vehicle is equipped The vehicle has an airbag system. with TSC, trailer sway could result Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything in loss of control and the vehicle...
  • Page 343 9-90 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....10-23 Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . 10-32 Battery ..... 10-24 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Four-Wheel Drive .
  • Page 345 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Jump Starting General Information Definitions ....10-51 Jump Starting ....10-79 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Pressure .
  • Page 346: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other 65 Warning Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or using genuine GM Accessories one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle...
  • Page 347: Vehicle Checks

    10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Keep a record with all parts receipts work, use the proper service and list the mileage and the date of manual. It tells you much more any service work performed. See Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Maintenance Records on...
  • Page 348: Hood

    Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then To open the hood: bring the hood from full open to within 15 cm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
  • Page 349 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
  • Page 350: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 10-7 Change the engine oil at the 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 10. Windshield Washer Fluid appropriate time. See Engine Oil Starting on page 10-79. Reservoir. See Adding Washer Life System on page 10-10. Fluid under Washer Fluid on 2.
  • Page 351 10-8 Vehicle Care Obtaining an accurate oil level When to Add Engine Oil Caution (Continued) reading is essential: 1. If the engine has been running have an oil level above the recently, turn off the engine and operating range, i.e., the engine allow several minutes for the oil has so much oil that the oil level to drain back into the oil pan.
  • Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-9 Selecting the Right Engine Oil Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution Oil Flushes Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The specification and viscosity grade. recommended oils meeting the engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and...
  • Page 353: Engine Oil Life System

    10-10 Vehicle Care from the filter before disposal. Never Engine Oil Messages on page 5-38. How to Reset the Engine Oil dispose of oil by putting it in the Change the oil as soon as possible Life System trash or pouring it on the ground, within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
  • Page 354: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 10-11 The oil life system can also be reset Automatic Transmission Caution (Continued) as follows: Fluid 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with automatic transmission fluid listed When to Check and Change the engine off. in Recommended Fluids and Automatic Transmission Fluid Lubricants on page 11-13.
  • Page 355 10-12 Vehicle Care Driver Information Center (DIC). Use this cold check procedure to Caution (Continued) See Driver Information Center check fluid level when the (DIC) (Base Level) on page 5-30 transmission temperature is transmission to overheat. Be sure or Driver Information Center between 27°C and 32°C (80°F and to get an accurate reading if (DIC) (Uplevel) on page 5-32.
  • Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-13 4. Check both sides of the dipstick 7. If the fluid level is in the 1. Locate the transmission dipstick and read the lower level. Repeat acceptable range, push the at the rear of the engine the check procedure to verify the dipstick back in all the way, then compartment, on the passenger reading.
  • Page 357: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    10-14 Vehicle Care 5. Safe operating level is within the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter remains covered with dirt, a new HOT cross hatch band on the filter is required. Never use See Engine Compartment Overview dipstick. If the fluid level is not compressed air to clean the filter.
  • Page 358: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 10-15 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by Warning loosening the air duct clamp (3). 3. Disconnect the electrical Operating the engine with the air connector (2) and the connector cleaner/filter off can cause you or harness from the cover. others to be burned.
  • Page 359: Engine Coolant

    10-16 Vehicle Care What to Use Warning Caution (Continued) Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and vehicle warranty. Always use other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant Adding only plain water or some hot. Do not touch them. If you do, in the vehicle.
  • Page 360 Vehicle Care 10-17 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Checking Coolant Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL The coolant surge tank is in the coolant. If using this mixture, engine compartment on the mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 361 10-18 Vehicle Care Caution This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be 1. Remove the coolant surge tank severely damaged. pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no Warning...
  • Page 362: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 10-19 4. With the coolant surge tank In addition, there are ENGINE Caution pressure cap off, start the OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, engine and let it run until the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE If the pressure cap is not tightly engine coolant temperature ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS installed, coolant loss and...
  • Page 363 10-20 Vehicle Care If Steam is Coming from the If No Steam is Coming from 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment fan speed. Open the windows as The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP necessary.
  • Page 364: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care 10-21 as normal idle speed for at least The fans will change to low speed displays, washer fluid will need to five minutes while the vehicle is when additional cooling is no longer be added to the windshield washer parked.
  • Page 365: Brakes

    10-22 Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. to freeze and damage the The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid tank and other means that soon the brakes will complete sets.
  • Page 366: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care 10-23 Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid. See Maintenance worn, there will be too much fluid Schedule on page 11-3.
  • Page 367: Battery

    10-24 Vehicle Care After work is done on the brake Battery Caution hydraulic system, make sure the The original equipment battery is level is above MIN but not over the Using the wrong fluid can maintenance free. Do not remove MAX mark.
  • Page 368: Four-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care 10-25 Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level Transfer Case surface. Warning If the level is below the bottom of When to Check Lubricant Batteries have acid that can burn the fill plug (1) hole, located on the Refer to Maintenance Schedule on you and gas that can explode.
  • Page 369: Front Axle

    10-26 Vehicle Care Front Axle 1. Fill Plug heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and 2. Drain Plug When to Check and Change repaired. When the differential is cold, add Lubricant All axle assemblies are filled by enough lubricant to raise the It is not necessary to regularly volume of fluid during production.
  • Page 370: Noise Control System

    Vehicle Care 10-27 How to Check Lubricant Noise Control System 2. The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has The following information relates to been removed or rendered compliance with federal noise inoperative by any person. emission standards for vehicles with Among those acts presumed to a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating...
  • Page 371: Function Check

    10-28 Vehicle Care Air Intake: 2. Apply both the parking brake 1. Before starting this check, be and the regular brake. sure there is enough room Removal of the air cleaner around the vehicle. It should be silencer. Do not use the accelerator parked on a level surface.
  • Page 372: Park Brake And P (Park)

    Vehicle Care 10-29 The ignition key should come To check the parking brake's Front Wiper Blade out only in LOCK/OFF. holding ability: With the engine Replacement running and the transmission in Contact your dealer if service is To replace the wiper blade N (Neutral), slowly remove foot required.
  • Page 373: Glass Replacement

    10-30 Vehicle Care 3. With the latch open, pull the Headlamp Aiming wiper blade down toward the Headlamp aim has been preset and windshield far enough to release should need no further adjustment. it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm.
  • Page 374: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care 10-31 Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning page 10-35. For any bulb changing procedure The high intensity discharge not listed in this section, contact lighting system operates at a very your dealer.
  • Page 375: Fog Lamps

    10-32 Vehicle Care 2. Remove the headlamp bulb To replace the front fog lamp bulb: 6. Reinstall the new bulb socket assembly cover by turning it into the headlamp assembly and 1. Locate the fog lamp under the counterclockwise. turn it clockwise to secure. front bumper.
  • Page 376 Vehicle Care 10-33 To replace one of these bulbs: 6. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-19. 7. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into the taillamp assembly, and turn the bulb socket clockwise until it clicks.
  • Page 377: License Plate Lamp

    10-34 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) toward the center of the vehicle. 2. Pull the lamp assembly down to remove. 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly (3).
  • Page 378: Replacement Bulbs

    Vehicle Care 10-35 Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause Exterior Lamp Bulb Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Number some cases to remain off. Have the Overload Back-up Lamp headlamp wiring checked right away The vehicle has fuses to protect if the lamps go on and off or Fog Lamp...
  • Page 379: Fuses

    10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical protected from short circuits by The engine compartment fuse block component on the vehicle may fuses. This greatly reduces the is in the engine compartment, on chance of fires caused by electrical damage it.
  • Page 380 Vehicle Care 10-37...
  • Page 381 10-38 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage ALC Exhaust Trailer Brakes Electric Running Boards Solenoid Upfitter 3 Relay Antilock Brake Integrated Chassis Trailer Stop/Turn System Pump Control Module Right Interior BEC LT1 Real Time Trailer Stop/ Dampening MBS Passenger Turn Left Fuel Pump Power Suspension...
  • Page 382 Vehicle Care 10-39 Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage VBAT Upfitter Engine Control Parking Lamp Relay 1 and 2 Module/ Transmission Euro Trailer Euro Trailer RC Control Module Air Conditioning Run/Crank Relay Auxiliary Interior Control Engine Heater Upfitter 1 Injector A Starter Trailer Battery Injector B...
  • Page 383: Instrument Panel Fuse Block

    10-40 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
  • Page 384 Vehicle Care 10-41 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Instrument Cluster Not Used Ignition/Sensing Not Used Not Used Diagnostic Module Not Used Not Used Ignition Accessory Power Discrete Logic Ignition Tilt Column/SEO, Tilt Outlet 1 Sensor Column Lock 1/SEO Retained Accessory Data Link Connector/ Power/Accessory...
  • Page 385 10-42 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Right) Not Used Left Heated/ Cooled Seat Miscellaneous R/C Not Used Heated Steering Wheel Not Used Steering Column Lock Accessory Power 2 (if equipped) Outlet 2 Instrument Cluster Not Used Battery Retained Accessory Not Used...
  • Page 386 Vehicle Care 10-43 Number Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 4 Not Used Not Used Not Used Glove Box Not Used Not Used Not Used Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module 8 Not Used Not Used The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Not Used features shown.
  • Page 387 10-44 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Body Control Not Used Module 7 Not Used Not Used Amplifier Body Control Not Used Module 4 Right Front Seat Not Used Rear Seat Accessory Power SEO B2 Entertainment Outlet 3 Sunroof Not Used...
  • Page 388: Rear Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle Care 10-45 Rear Compartment Fuse ISO Mini Usage Block Relays Rear Defogger Micro Usage Fuses Heated Second Row Seat Left Heated Second Row Seat Right Heated Mirrors Liftgate Glass Breakage The rear compartment fuse block is Liftglass behind the access panel on the left side of the compartment.
  • Page 389: Wheels And Tires

    10-46 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires M-Type Usage Warning (Continued) Fuses Tires Liftgate Module There could be a blowout and a serious crash. See Vehicle Every new GM vehicle has Third Row Seat Load Limits on page 9-14. high-quality tires made by a Rear Accessory leading tire manufacturer.
  • Page 390: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-47 See Tire Pressure for may not offer the same level of Warning (Continued) traction or performance as winter High-Speed Operation on tires on snow or ice-covered roads. Worn or old tires can page 10-55 for inflation pressure See Winter Tires on page 10-47.
  • Page 391: Low-Profile Tires

    10-48 Vehicle Care If using winter tires: The tread pattern on these tires may Caution wear more quickly than other tires. Use tires of the same brand and Consider rotating the tires more tread type on all four wheel Low-profile tires are more frequently than at 12 000 km positions.
  • Page 392 Vehicle Care 10-49 criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN). guidelines.
  • Page 393: Tire Designations

    10-50 Vehicle Care (7) Maximum Cold Inflation would mean that the tire's Load Limit Maximum load that sidewall is 75 percent as high as can be carried and the it is wide. maximum pressure needed to (4) Construction Code A letter support that load.
  • Page 394: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire Definitions cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
  • Page 395 10-52 Vehicle Care Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
  • Page 396: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care 10-53 Speed Rating Ratings are determined by tire See Tire and Loading alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using Information Label under Vehicle a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. Load Limits on page 9-14. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure operate.
  • Page 397 10-54 Vehicle Care example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Caution (Continued) Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no Load Limits on page 9-14. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Overinflated tires, or tires that the vehicle is loaded affects have too much air, can...
  • Page 398: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care 10-55 Tire Pressure for When driving the vehicle at speeds pressure label. (If your vehicle has of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, set tires of a different size than the size High-Speed Operation the cold inflation pressure to 20 kPa indicated on the vehicle placard or (3 psi) above the recommended tire tire inflation pressure label, you...
  • Page 399: Tire Pressure Monitor

    10-56 Vehicle Care Please note that the TPMS is wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tires and transmit the tire not a substitute for proper tire the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure readings to a receiver maintenance, and it is the driver's Always check the TPMS malfunction located in the vehicle.
  • Page 400 Vehicle Care 10-57 buttons, tire pressure levels can be The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and viewed. For additional information tire pressure condition but it does Message and details about the DIC operation not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly and displays, see Driver Information maintenance.
  • Page 401 10-58 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
  • Page 402 Vehicle Care 10-59 3. Uplevel DIC Only: Make sure the 5. If the vehicle has an uplevel 8. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Pressure info page option is front tire, and repeat the DIC, press and hold the (Set/ turned on.
  • Page 403: Tire Inspection

    10-60 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection See When It Is Time for New or other damage that cannot Tires on page 10-61 and Wheel We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of Replacement on page 10-66. including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the vehicle has one, be inspected...
  • Page 404: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care 10-61 See Tire Pressure on Warning (Continued) page 10-53 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor remove all rust or dirt. System.
  • Page 405: Buying New Tires

    10-62 Vehicle Care maintenance affect how fast aging Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire takes place. GM recommends that cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring tires, including the spare if may result in vibrations while performance.
  • Page 406 Vehicle Care 10-63 rotation. However, if it is Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) necessary to replace only one axle set of worn tires, place the vehicle damage. Use the after many miles of driving. new tires on the rear axle. correct size, brand, and type A tire and/or wheel could fail of tires on all wheels.
  • Page 407: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    10-64 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire brakes, rollover airbags, traction Uniform Tire Quality control, electronic stability control, pressure monitoring system Grading or All-Wheel Drive, the performance could give an inaccurate of these systems can also be The following information relates low-pressure warning if non-TPC affected.
  • Page 408 Vehicle Care 10-65 must also conform to federal one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include safety requirements and the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, additional General Motors Tire graded 100. The relative hydroplaning, or peak traction Performance Criteria (TPC) performance of tires depends characteristics.
  • Page 409: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    10-66 Vehicle Care test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth Warning road, the tires and wheels may need required by law. Warning: The to be rebalanced. See your dealer temperature grade for this tire is Using the wrong replacement for proper diagnosis.
  • Page 410: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care 10-67 Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) Caution Warning suspension, or other vehicle If the vehicle has P255/70R17 or parts. The area damaged by the P265/70R17 size tires, use tire Replacing a wheel with a used tire chains could cause loss of chains only where legal and only one is dangerous.
  • Page 411: If A Tire Goes Flat

    10-68 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
  • Page 412: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care 10-69 When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Tire Changing Warning (Continued) use the following example as a Removing the Spare Tire and guide to assist in the placement of To help prevent the vehicle from the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. Tools moving: The equipment needed to change a...
  • Page 413 10-70 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the jack knob (1) 5. Wheel Wrench counterclockwise to release the To access the spare tire, refer to the jack and wheel blocks from the following graphics and instructions: bracket. 5. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (2) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel...
  • Page 414 Vehicle Care 10-71 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer 11. Hoist Cable 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (3) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (6). 3. Assemble the two jack handle 4. Insert the open end of the extensions (4) and wheel extension (7) through the hole in wrench (5), as shown.
  • Page 415 10-72 Vehicle Care 5. Turn the wheel wrench Removing the Flat Tire and counterclockwise to lower the Installing the Spare Tire spare tire to the ground. 1. Do a safety check before Continue to turn the wheel proceeding. See If a Tire Goes wrench until the spare tire can Flat on page 10-68 for more be pulled out from under the...
  • Page 416 Vehicle Care 10-73 The plastic nut caps will be Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is retained in the hub cap after it is on a front tire of the vehicle, use removed from the wheel. the jack handle and only one jack handle extension.
  • Page 417 10-74 Vehicle Care Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Warning on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle (2) and both jack Raising the vehicle with the jack handle extensions (3). Attach the improperly positioned can wheel wrench (4) to the jack damage the vehicle and even handle extensions (3).
  • Page 418 Vehicle Care 10-75 10. Turn the wheel wrench Warning (Continued) Warning counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper Wheel nuts that are improperly or completely. towel can be used; however, use incorrectly tightened can cause a scraper or wire brush later to the wheels to become loose or remove all rust or dirt.
  • Page 419 10-76 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Caution (Continued) Caution and Tools sequence and to the proper The tire hoist can be damaged if Warning torque specification. See there is no tension on the cable Capacities and Specifications on when using it.
  • Page 420 Vehicle Care 10-77 1. Hoist Assembly 2. Hoist Shaft 3. Hoist Shaft Access Cover/Hole 4. Jack Handle Extensions 5. Wheel Wrench 6. Spare Tire Lock 7. Hoist End of Extension Tool 8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) 10.
  • Page 421: Full-Size Spare Tire

    10-78 Vehicle Care To store the tools, do the following: Full-Size Spare Tire 1. Return the tools (wheel wrench, If this vehicle came with a full-size jack handle, and jack handle spare tire, it was fully inflated when extensions) to the tool bag. new, however, it can lose air over time.
  • Page 422: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care 10-79 After installing the spare tire on the Jump Starting Caution vehicle, stop as soon as possible For more information about the and check that the spare tire is If the vehicle has four-wheel drive vehicle battery, see Battery on correctly inflated.
  • Page 423 10-80 Vehicle Care reduce electrical resistance. This Caution Caution is located on the passenger side, in the rear of the engine Ignoring these steps could result If any accessories are left on or compartment. in costly damage to the vehicle plugged in during the jump 3.
  • Page 424 Vehicle Care 10-81 5. Open the hood on the other 6. Check that the jumper cables do Warning vehicle and locate the not have loose or missing positive (+) and negative ( ) insulation. If they do, you could Using a match near a battery can terminal locations on that get a shock.
  • Page 425 10-82 Vehicle Care 9. Connect the black negative ( ) 11. Start the vehicle with the good cable to the negative ( ) terminal battery and run the engine for a of the good battery. Use a while. remote negative ( ) terminal if 12.
  • Page 426: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 10-83 Towing the Vehicle Dolly towing is towing the vehicle Dinghy Towing with two wheels on the ground and Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles two wheels on a dolly. Caution Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer s instructions. See Incorrectly towing a disabled your dealer or trailering professional vehicle may cause damage.
  • Page 427 10-84 Vehicle Care Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not 4. Shift the transfer case to Warning be towed with all four wheels on the N (Neutral). See Shifting into ground. N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel Shifting a four-wheel-drive Drive on page 9-37 for the Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles vehicle's transfer case into proper procedure.
  • Page 428 Vehicle Care 10-85 negative battery post with a Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle 9. Release the parking brake. non-conductive material to Before disconnecting the towed 10. Reset any lost presets. prevent any contact with the vehicle: The outside temperature negative battery terminal. 1.
  • Page 429 10-86 Vehicle Care To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive To dolly tow a four-wheel drive Caution vehicle or a four-wheel drive vehicle vehicle from the front: with a single speed automatic 1. Attach the dolly to the tow If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is transfer case, the vehicle must be vehicle following the dolly towed with the rear wheels on the...
  • Page 430 Vehicle Care 10-87 6. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and case into Two-Wheel Drive High. N (Neutral). See Four-Wheel Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a See Four-Wheel Drive on Drive on page 9-37. Single Speed Automatic page 9-37. Transfer Case 7.
  • Page 431: Appearance Care

    10-88 Vehicle Care 6. Use an adequate clamping Appearance Care Caution (Continued) device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are Exterior Care products can be obtained from locked into the straight position. your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding Warning correct product usage, necessary...
  • Page 432 Vehicle Care 10-89 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
  • Page 433 10-90 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive steel. To prevent damage always Stripes heat generated.
  • Page 434 Vehicle Care 10-91 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-13. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
  • Page 435 10-92 Vehicle Care Control arm ball joints on clean any areas where mud and Caution (Continued) 1500 Series vehicles are other debris can collect. If equipped maintenance-free. with power running boards, extend automatic car wash that uses them and then use a high pressure silicone carbide tire cleaning wash to clean all joints and gaps.
  • Page 436: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care 10-93 Never use a brush with stiff Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the Never rub any surface and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive causing blotchy, ring-shaped...
  • Page 437 10-94 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Caution soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive...
  • Page 438 Vehicle Care 10-95 Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Caution (Continued) and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and solvents can permanently change Natural Open Pore Wood the appearance and feel of For vehicles with high gloss Surfaces surfaces or vehicle displays, use a...
  • Page 439: Floor Mats

    10-96 Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage: Convenience Net The original equipment floor Warning Wash with warm water and mild mats were designed for your detergent. Do not use chlorine If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
  • Page 440 Vehicle Care 10-97 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the driver side floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place.
  • Page 441 10-98 Vehicle Care NOTES...
  • Page 442: General Information

    Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance Your vehicle is an important Recommended Fluids and investment. This section describes Lubricants ....11-13 the required maintenance for the Maintenance Replacement vehicle.
  • Page 443: Service And Maintenance

    11-2 Service and Maintenance Your dealer recognizes the The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the importance of providing Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional competitively priced maintenance vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart.
  • Page 444: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Warning When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule SOON message displays, have the Performing maintenance work can engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services be dangerous and can cause the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven serious injury.
  • Page 445 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Tire Rotation and Required blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis Services Every 12 000 km/ or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, loose, 7,500 mi Care on page 10-88. Replace or missing parts or signs of wear Rotate the tires, if recommended for worn or damaged wiper blades.
  • Page 446 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Visually inspect exhaust system Check ignition transmission lock. Visually inspect gas strut for and nearby heat shields for See Ignition Transmission Lock signs of wear, cracks, or other loose or damaged parts. Check on page 10-28. damage.
  • Page 447 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 448 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance (4) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal page 10-15. (1) Or every two years, whichever (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first.
  • Page 449 11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 450 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Services - Severe pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use case fluid.
  • Page 451 11-10 Service and Maintenance Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
  • Page 452 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
  • Page 453 11-12 Service and Maintenance Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
  • Page 454: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
  • Page 455 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline or Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 19257121, in One-Piece Propshaft Spline Canada 19257122). (Two-Wheel Drive with Auto. Trans.) Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
  • Page 456: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 22808781 CF188 Spark Plugs...
  • Page 457: Maintenance Records

    11-16 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. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 458: Vehicle Identification

    Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
  • Page 459: Vehicle Data

    12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
  • Page 460 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in)
  • Page 461 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 462: Customer Information

    Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
  • Page 463 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, remember that your concern will 40 days. If you do not agree with the it appears your concern cannot be...
  • Page 464: Customer Assistance

    Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
  • Page 465: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience allows interaction with Roadside Assistance: Chevrolet and keeps important (Recall Information):...
  • Page 466: Program

    GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives. Roadside Assistance...
  • Page 467: Roadside Assistance

    General Motors North America and to the service vehicle or is not a warranty service, or if the vehicle Chevrolet reserve the right to make regularly traveled or maintained was in a crash and cannot be any changes or discontinue the public road, which includes ice and driven.
  • Page 468: Program

    Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
  • Page 469: Collision Damage Repair

    13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited Additional Program entitled Limited Warranty and...
  • Page 470 Customer Information 13-9 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
  • Page 471 13-10 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 472: Service Publications Ordering Information

    Customer Information 13-11 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 a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
  • Page 473: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)

    13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Identification (RFID) Statement Defects RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that Reporting Safety Defects vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition complies with Part 15/Part 18 of to the United States system security, as well as in...
  • Page 474: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors

    Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Chevrolet Customer http://www.safercar.gov; or Call Transport Canada at...
  • Page 475: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy

    13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
  • Page 476: Onstar

    Customer Information 13-15 ® GM will not access this data or OnStar Infotainment System share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with If the vehicle is equipped with a consent of the vehicle owner or, ®...
  • Page 477 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
  • Page 478: Onstar Overview

    OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing public emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your OnStar Overview vehicle, including location OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 information.
  • Page 479: Onstar Services

    14-2 OnStar Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Press Diagnostics for a check of the Make a call, end a call, vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency or answer an incoming call. Receive Roadside Assistance. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling With Automatic Crash Response, Manage WiFi Settings (if voice commands.
  • Page 480: Security

    OnStar 14-3 Security 3. Directions are downloaded to Repeat the vehicle. 1. Press . System responds: OnStar provides services including 4. Follow the voice-guided Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote OnStar ready, then a tone. commands. Ignition Block, and Roadside 2. Say Repeat. System responds Assistance, if equipped.
  • Page 481: Connections

    14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped Destination Download: Press with the tire pressure monitoring then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that system); or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
  • Page 482 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 4. Pick a name tag. System OK, dialing 911. responds: About to store <name This service allows calls to be made tag>. Does that sound OK? and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 5.
  • Page 483: Vehicle Diagnostics

    14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
  • Page 484 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
  • Page 485 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can to function properly. These systems cause loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
  • Page 486 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access hereby granted, provided that the or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private above copyright notice and this without prior written authorization of communications without consent. permission notice appear in all the copyright holder. copies.
  • Page 487 14-10 OnStar Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
  • Page 488 INDEX Airbag System All-Season Tires ....10-47 Check ......3-43 All-Terrain Tires .
  • Page 489 INDEX Automatic Brake Door Locks ....2-18 Pedal and Adjustable Calibration ..... . 5-7 Headlamp System .
  • Page 490 INDEX Check Connections Customer Information ® Engine Light ....5-22 OnStar ..... .14-4 Service Publications Ignition Control...
  • Page 491: Driver Information

    INDEX Driver Information Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Center (DIC) ... 5-30, 5-32 E85 or FlexFuel ....9-71 Driving Gauge .
  • Page 492 INDEX Four-Wheel Drive ..9-37, 10-25 Fuses ......10-36 Frequency Statement Engine Compartment Radio .
  • Page 493: Heated And Cooled Front

    INDEX General Information Heated Infants and Young Children, Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Rear Seats ....3-11 Restraints ....3-46 Towing .
  • Page 494 INDEX LATCH, Lower Anchors and Lights (cont'd) ® StabiliTrak Tethers for Children ..3-51 OFF ... . .5-27 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-48 LED Lighting .
  • Page 495: Recommended Fluids

    INDEX Messages (cont'd) Lamp ......5-40 Magnetic Ride Control ..9-46 Navigation Object Detection System .
  • Page 496: Onstar Additional

    INDEX ® OnStar Additional Phone Information ....14-6 Bluetooth ..7-20, 7-22, 7-26 Park ®...
  • Page 497 i-10 INDEX Records Restraints Maintenance ....11-16 Where to Put ....3-50 Radio Frequency Recreational Vehicle Retained Accessory...
  • Page 498 INDEX i-11 Seats (cont'd) Services Memory ......3-7 Special Application ... 11-9 Safety Belts .
  • Page 499 i-12 INDEX Steering ......9-4 System Tires (cont'd) Chains ..... . 10-67 Heated Wheel .
  • Page 500 INDEX i-13 Tow/Haul Mode Light ..5-26 Transportation Program, Vehicle (cont'd) Load Limits ....9-14 Towing Courtesy .
  • Page 501 i-14 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-61 Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-50 Brake System Light .

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