Cadillac 2012 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual
Cadillac 2012 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual

Cadillac 2012 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual

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2012 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Luggage/Load Locations . . . . . . . 4-2
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-5
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-36
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-44
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-31
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-79
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-81
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-23
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-31
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-39
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-45
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-67

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  • Page 1 2012 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Rear Seat Infotainment .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2012 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
  • Page 3 Motors of Canada Limited for The names, logos, emblems, On peut obtenir un exemplaire de Cadillac Motor Division wherever it slogans, vehicle model names, ce guide en français auprès du appears in this manual. and vehicle body designs appearing concessionnaire ou à...
  • Page 4: Using This Manual

    Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
  • Page 5 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 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 7 In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-9 Driver Information Passenger Sensing Center (DIC) ....1-17 System .
  • Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 6. H. Exterior Lamp Controls on Pedal Adjust Button. See page 6 1. Adjustable Throttle and Brake B. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Pedal on page 9 23. on page 6 7. Dome Lamp Override. See Dome Lamps on page 6 9.
  • Page 10: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic Information alarm. This section provides a brief Press again to cancel the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. See Keys on page 2 2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System For more detailed information, refer...
  • Page 11: Door Locks

    In Brief ® When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks For more information see Midgate lamps will turn on and remain on as on page 2 9. There are several ways to lock and long as the engine is running. The unlock the vehicle.
  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Windows The driver door also has switches Seat Adjustment that control the front passenger and rear windows. The power windows work when the ignition is in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 27.
  • Page 13 In Brief Raise or lower the front or rear Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
  • Page 14: Memory Features

    In Brief Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To recall, press and release 1 or 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park). To save into memory: A single beep will sound. The seat, 1. Adjust the driver seat, including outside mirrors, steering column, the seatback recliner and and adjustable throttle and brake lumbar, both outside mirrors,...
  • Page 15: Second Row Seats

    In Brief Second Row Seats Safety Belts : Press to heat the seat and seatback. The rear seatbacks can be folded to Repeatedly press and release the provide more cargo space and desired button to cycle through the access to the midgate. temperature settings.
  • Page 16: Mirror Adjustment

    1-10 In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
  • Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Power Foldaway Mirrors Steering Wheel Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment Adjustment To fold the mirrors: 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out The vehicle has adjustable throttle to the driving position. and brake pedals that allow you to change their positions.
  • Page 18: Interior Lighting

    1-12 In Brief Interior Lighting For more information about interior lamps, see: Dome Lamps Dome Lamps on page 6 9. The dome lamps are located in the Reading Lamps on page 6 9. overhead console. Instrument Panel Illumination They come on when any door is Control on page 6 9.
  • Page 19: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    In Brief 1-13 For more information, see: The windshield wipers are controlled : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running by turning the band with on it. Exterior Lamp Controls on Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp page 6 1. : For a single wipe, turn to control to the off position again will then release.
  • Page 20: Climate Controls

    1-14 In Brief Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Driver Shift Control (DSC) this system. The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature: 1. Move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position.
  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    In Brief 1-15 This is the highest attainable Vehicle Features console. External devices such ® range with all lower gears as iPod , laptop computers, accessible. As an example, MP3 players, CD changers, USB Satellite Radio when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, storage device, etc.
  • Page 22: Mobile Apps

    1-16 In Brief Mobile Apps Steering Wheel Controls : Press to go to the previous favorite radio station, track Mobile apps are available for ® on a CD, or folder on an iPod ® download through iTunes to then USB device. Press to reject an ®...
  • Page 23: Cruise Control

    In Brief 1-17 Cruise Control Driver Information : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set Center (DIC) speed from memory. The DIC display is located at the See Cruise Control on page 9 43. bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
  • Page 24: Ultrasonic Parking Assist

    1-18 In Brief Vehicle Customization navigation screen will go back to the : Press to display the last screen that had been displayed, odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, Some vehicle features can be after a delay. average economy, fuel used, programmed by using the DIC timer, transmission temperature, To clean the camera lens, located...
  • Page 25: Universal Remote System

    In Brief 1-19 Power Outlets Universal Remote System Performance and Maintenance Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. ® StabiliTrak System One accessory power outlet is The vehicle has a traction control located inside the center floor system that limits wheel spin and console.
  • Page 26 1-20 In Brief Press and release again to During cooler conditions, the low tire Resetting the Oil Life System pressure warning light may appear turn on both systems. 1. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING when the vehicle is first started and on the DIC.
  • Page 27: Driving For Better Fuel Economy

    Avoid idling the engine for long Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 and more. periods of time. As the owner of a new Cadillac, you Sign up today at: When road and weather are automatically enrolled in the www.cadillacownercenter.com conditions are appropriate, use Roadside Service program.
  • Page 28 1-22 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors ® Midgate ..... . 2-9 Automatic Dimming Rearview Windows Tailgate ..... . 2-15 Mirror .
  • Page 30: Keys

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Service. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on Keys page 13 7 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13 9 for more WARNING information. With an active OnStar subscription, Leaving children in a vehicle with an OnStar Advisor may remotely the ignition key is dangerous for...
  • Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other when is pressed again within vehicles or objects may be three seconds. See Vehicle blocking the signal. Personalization on page 5 36 for Check the transmitter's battery. additional information. See Battery Replacement later Pressing arms the content in this section.
  • Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle. For example, the memory Battery Replacement Pressing on the RKE transmitter seat position for driver 1 will be disarms the content theft deterrent Replace the battery if the REPLACE recalled when using the transmitter system. See Anti-theft Alarm BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY labeled 1 , if enabled through the System on page 2 16.
  • Page 33: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. This feature allows you to start the For example, some laws may engine from outside of the vehicle. require a person using the remote It may also start up the vehicle's start to have the vehicle in view heating or air conditioning systems...
  • Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle using the remote To cancel a remote start, do any of The additional 10 minutes are start feature: the following: considered a second remote vehicle start. 1. Aim the transmitter at the Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
  • Page 35: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks From inside, use the power door WARNING (Continued) locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual WARNING locks, push down or pull up on the Young children who get into manual lock knob.
  • Page 36: Delayed Locking

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information on When locking the doors with DIC programming. the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will lock Lockout Protection five seconds after the last door is If the driver side power door lock closed.
  • Page 37: Midgate

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) ® Midgate that brings in outside air. This will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic WARNING Climate Control System on page 8 1. It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo area covered and the If you have air outlets on or ®...
  • Page 38 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Glass Removal and Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear Storage seats, you will not be able to access the rear glass storage WARNING pocket. Be sure to fold the seats before removing the rear glass.
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 4. With the rear glass tilted toward 5. Load the rear glass into the 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), you, lift it out from the lower storage pocket in the Midgate, located at both top corners of window frame channel.
  • Page 40 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Reinstalling the Rear Glass 3. Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab To reinstall the rear glass, do the handles (B). following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch.
  • Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket.
  • Page 42 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket Rear Glass in Normal Position 2. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the Midgate securely so it does not fall forward. Turn the Midgate handle clockwise and pull the Midgate toward you.
  • Page 43: Tailgate

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Raising the Midgate Power Assist Steps WARNING (Continued) To return the Midgate to its normal The vehicle may have power assist position, raise the Midgate up with a Be sure everyone in your vehicle steps. firm swinging motion until it latches is in a seat and using a safety into place securely.
  • Page 44: Vehicle Security

    2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security If the delayed locking feature is pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. turned on, the theft deterrent Your vehicle's headlamps will flash This vehicle has theft-deterrent system will not start the arming and the horn will sound for about features;...
  • Page 45: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 If you set off the alarm by accident, While the alarm is set, the power Immobilizer Operation press unlock on the RKE transmitter door unlock switch will not work. ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ or place the key in the ignition and If the alarm does not sound when it (Personalized Automotive Security...
  • Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ 3. After the engine has started, turn senses that someone is using the decoder to learn the transponder the key to LOCK/OFF, and wrong key, it prevents the vehicle value of a new or replacement key.
  • Page 47: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Mirror Adjustment 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the Convex Mirrors driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control WARNING pad to move the mirror up, down, right, or left.
  • Page 48: Heated Mirrors

    2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Resetting the Power Foldaway Turn Signal Indicator Automatic Dimming Mirrors Mirror The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror. An arrow on Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: The vehicle has an automatic the mirror flashes in the direction of The mirrors are accidentally dimming mirror.
  • Page 49: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly If the vehicle has the memory Automatic Dimming on the mirror. Use a soft towel package, the passenger and/or dampened with water. driver mirror tilts to a preselected Rearview Mirror position when the vehicle is in...
  • Page 50: Windows

    2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Power Windows WARNING WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with Leaving children, helpless adults, the keys is dangerous for many or pets in a vehicle with the reasons. Children or others could windows closed is dangerous. be badly injured or even killed.
  • Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 The vehicle has Retained Express Window Anti-Pinch Accessory Power (RAP) that allows Feature you to use the power windows once If any object is in the path of the the ignition has been turned off. For window when the express up is more information, see Retained active, the window will stop at the...
  • Page 52 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows In an emergency, the anti pinch To program each front window, Window Lockout feature can be overridden in a follow these steps: (Window Lockout): This button supervised mode. Hold the window 1. With the ignition in ACC/ is on the driver door near the switch all the way up to the second ACCESSORY, ON/RUN,...
  • Page 53: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Sun Visors Roof Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 27 for more information. Sunroof To open or close the sunroof, press the open or close switch (A) to the first detent position. To express open or close the sunroof, press the open or close switch (A) to the second detent...
  • Page 54 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.
  • Page 55 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..3-17 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ... . . 3-18 Older Children ....3-33 Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Infants and Young...
  • Page 56: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that 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 57: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Rear Seats Front Seats moving the entire control up The rear seat has adjustable or down. Power Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating To adjust the seatback, see positions. Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 4.
  • Page 58: Reclining Seatbacks

    Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING Power Reclining Seatbacks Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be WARNING dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do You can lose control of the their job when reclined like this. vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 59: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, power steering column, and the throttle and brake pedals. See Power Mirrors on page 2 19, Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2, and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 23 for more...
  • Page 60 Seats and Restraints To recall, press and release 1 or This feature can be turned on or off Easy Exit Positions 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park). using the vehicle personalization This feature can move the driver A single beep will sound. The seat, menu.
  • Page 61: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints If something has blocked the driver Heated and Ventilated seat while recalling the exit position, Front Seats the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the WARNING power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit If you cannot feel temperature position again.
  • Page 62: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints One of these symbols appears on Rear Seats the climate control display when this The rear seatbacks can be folded to feature is on. provide more cargo space and Press the desired button once for access to the midgate. See the highest setting.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints Notice: Folding a rear seat with 4. Repeat the procedure for the WARNING the safety belts still fastened may other seatback, if desired. cause damage to the seat or the To return the seats to the normal If the seatback is not locked, it safety belts.
  • Page 64: Safety Belts

    3-10 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
  • Page 65: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints 3-11 you stop over a longer distance and, is provided, all occupants still There are important things to know when worn properly, your strongest have to buckle up to get the about wearing a safety belt properly. bones take the forces from the most protection.
  • Page 66: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    3-12 Seats and Restraints would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt If the shoulder portion of a abdomen. This could cause passenger belt is pulled out all All seating positions in the vehicle serious or even fatal injuries. the way, the child restraint have a lap-shoulder belt.
  • Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-13 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 68 3-14 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for front outboard right front passenger positions. occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they Adjust the height so that the are part of the safety belt assembly.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
  • Page 70 3-16 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
  • Page 71: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
  • Page 72: Safety Belt Care

    3-18 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
  • Page 73: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints 3-19 Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG will appear on the middle to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel WARNING...
  • Page 74 3-20 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink or very close to, any airbag of an eye, anyone who is up when it inflates can be seriously against, or very close to any injured or killed.
  • Page 75: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints 3-21 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger frontal Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the airbags for the driver and right front middle of the steering wheel.
  • Page 76: When Should An Airbag

    3-22 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal clear. Do not put anything or near-frontal crashes to help between an occupant and an reduce the potential for severe airbag, and do not attach or put...
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to The vehicle has seat mounted side different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impact and roof-rail airbags. See example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Airbag System on page 3 19.
  • Page 78: What Makes An Airbag

    3-24 Seats and Restraints In any particular crash, no one can Frontal airbag modules are located Seat mounted side impact and say whether an airbag should have inside the steering wheel and roof-rail airbags distribute the force inflated simply because of the instrument panel.
  • Page 79: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates

    Seats and Restraints 3-25 What Will You See after off the interior lamps and hazard WARNING warning flashers by using the an Airbag Inflates? controls for those features. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags WARNING could cause breathing problems...
  • Page 80: Passenger Sensing

    3-26 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians Additional windshield breakage may work on the airbag systems. also occur from the right front Improper service can mean that passenger airbag. an airbag system will not work Airbags are designed to inflate properly.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-27 The passenger sensing system will an older child riding in a booster WARNING (Continued) turn off the right front passenger seat; and children, who are large frontal airbag under certain enough, using safety belts. Even if the passenger sensing conditions.
  • Page 82 3-28 Seats and Restraints The system determines an infant For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a is present in a child restraint. children in child restraints, and for Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger A right front passenger takes If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not...
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-29 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, cushions, seat covers, seat turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 84: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    3-30 Seats and Restraints If the shoulder portion of the belt is an unoccupied seat. If this is not WARNING pulled out all the way, the child desired, remove the object from restraint locking feature will be the seat. For up to 10 seconds after the engaged.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-31 keep the airbag system from of the seat fabric, could also Q: Because I have a disability, working properly. Changing or interfere with the operation of I have to get my vehicle moving any parts of the front the passenger sensing system.
  • Page 86: Airbag System Check

    3-32 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
  • Page 87: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 3-33 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer's 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 88 3-34 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child The child could move too far restraint system or infant restraint forward increasing the chance of system secured in a rear seating position.
  • Page 89: Infants And Young

    Seats and Restraints 3-35 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children For example, in a crash at only and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) safety belt system nor its airbag protection! This includes infants and...
  • Page 90 3-36 Seats and Restraints restraint should take into WARNING consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also Never do this. whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor Children who are up against, vehicle in which it will be used. or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured For most basic types of child...
  • Page 91: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints 3-37 Child Restraint Systems WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. This is safety belt may not remain low on because an infant's neck is not the hip bones, as it should.
  • Page 92 3-38 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
  • Page 93: Where To Put The

    Seats and Restraints 3-39 portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by In some areas of the United States Where to Put the the LATCH system. See Lower and Canada, Certified Child Restraint Anchors and Tethers for Children Passenger Safety Technicians (LATCH System) on page 3 41 for (CPSTs) are available to inspect According to accident statistics,...
  • Page 94 3-40 Seats and Restraints Child restraints and booster seats WARNING WARNING (Continued) vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee better than others. Always make restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy sure the child restraint is properly...
  • Page 95: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Seats and Restraints 3-41 Lower Anchors and When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors a top tether, you must also use Tethers for Children either the lower anchors or the (LATCH System) safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must The LATCH system holds a child never be installed using only the top restraint during driving or in a crash.
  • Page 96 3-42 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (A) or a dual Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
  • Page 97: System

    Seats and Restraints 3-43 See Rear Seats on page 3 8. Securing a Child Restraint Be sure to use an anchor located on Designed for the LATCH the same side of the vehicle as the System seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
  • Page 98 3-44 Seats and Restraints Do not fold the empty rear seat WARNING WARNING with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or Do not attach more than one child Children can be seriously injured the seat. Unbuckle and return the restraint to a single anchor.
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-45 1.3. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using If the position you are using does not have a headrest has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you or head restraint and you are using a dual tether,...
  • Page 100 3-46 Seats and Restraints 2.1. Find the lower anchors for WARNING the desired seating position. If either seatback is not locked, it 2.2. Put the child restraint on could move forward in a sudden the seat. stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
  • Page 101: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints 3-47 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if When securing a child restraint in a WARNING the instructions that come with the...
  • Page 102 3-48 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 41.
  • Page 103: Position)

    Seats and Restraints 3-49 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Right Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags. A rear Tethers for Children (LATCH seat is a safer place to secure a System) on page 3 41.
  • Page 104 3-50 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child System) on page 3 41 for how and Even if the passenger sensing restraint can be seriously injured where to install the child restraint system, if equipped, has turned...
  • Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-51 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 106 3-52 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If the vehicle is equipped with the retractor to make sure the passenger sensing system, and retractor is locked. If the when the passenger sensing system retractor is not locked, repeat has turned off the right front Steps 5 and 6.
  • Page 107: Storage Compartments

    Storage Storage Storage Push down and then back to remove the front cupholder to Compartments remove it for cleaning. Storage Compartments Armrest Storage Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 For vehicle with an armrest/storage For vehicles with a storage area Cupholders .
  • Page 108: Top-Box Storage

    Storage Top-Box Storage Luggage/Load Locations Cargo Area All-Weather Cargo Area The vehicle's cargo area can be used in many different configurations cargo panels on or off, Midgate up or down, rear glass in or out. It has features that resist the elements and protect cargo.
  • Page 109 Storage E. Water drainage area around Top Drain Grates Removal To remove each drain grate, do the both sides of the box and the following: and Cleaning tailgate side 1. Remove the cargo panels. See Rear drains Cargo Cover Panels on page 4 5 for more information.
  • Page 110 Storage Side Rail Channels Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning To replace the drain grate: 1. Line up the clips on the vehicle The side rail channels are located with the slots in the grate and on top of both sides of the cargo The removable Midgate drain grate firmly push the grate down.
  • Page 111: Additional Storage Features

    Storage Cargo Area Floor Drains Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Panels For vehicles with a three-piece cargo cover system, the cargo panels can be removed and stored in the cargo area of the vehicle. WARNING After hauling dirt, wood chips, Improperly stored cargo cover pebbles etc.
  • Page 112 Storage Exceeding the weight limit of 113 kg (250 lbs) can damage the cargo covers, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not put anything on top of the cargo covers over the weight limit. To remove a cargo panel(s): 1.
  • Page 113 Storage After each cargo panel has been removed, store them within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage system. Cargo Panel Storage System To store the panels: Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence 1. Secure the storage strap system and location for each panel: in the cargo storage area by attaching the six clips included...
  • Page 114 Storage 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load 3. Place the primary straps over 4. Tighten all straps by pulling on the cargo panel with the latches the three cargo covers (A). the free end of each strap. facing up toward the side of the Fasten the four strap clips (B).
  • Page 115 Storage Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded 5. Close both cross locks at the To reinstall a cargo panel: center of the strap system to Reinstalling the Cargo Cover 1. Starting with cargo panel 1, tightly secure. Panels place the latches in the unlocked position.
  • Page 116 4-10 Storage Then lower the rear of the cover cover panels might not correctly to engage the striker pegs (A) to lock in place. Push the driver align with the striker side latch toward the front of the assembly (B). vehicle to lock the cover in position.
  • Page 117 Storage 4-11 Folding and Storage of Straps Driver Side Shown, Passenger 2. Fold the four primary strap ends Side Similar toward the center as shown. Fold the straps for storing inside the 5. Push the panel forward until it is top-box storage compartment: snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel...
  • Page 118: Cargo Tie-Downs

    4-12 Storage Roof Rack System WARNING If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling, plywood, or a mattress wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision 3.
  • Page 119 Storage 4-13 To carry long items, move the Loading cargo on the Do not exceed the maximum vehicle crossrails as far apart as roof rack that weighs more than capacity when loading the vehicle. possible. Tie the load to the 91 kg (200 lbs) or hangs over the For more information on vehicle crossrails and the siderails or...
  • Page 120 4-14 Storage NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-12 Driver Information Controls Safety Belt Reminders ..5-12 Center (DIC) .
  • Page 122 Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..5-34 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Anti-theft Alarm System Messages ....5-34 Steering Wheel Tire Messages .
  • Page 123 Instruments and Controls Radio Navigating an iPod or USB Device SRCE (Source/Voice on the Music Navigator Screen Recognition): Press to switch To select preset or favorite radio between the radio and CD, and for stations: 1. Press and release equipped vehicles, the DVD, front to select the next or previous auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
  • Page 124: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls To scan radio stations: Heated Steering Wheel Horn 1. Press and hold until a beep is To sound the horn, press the center heard, to place the radio into pad on the steering wheel. SCAN mode. A station will play Windshield Wiper/Washer for five seconds before moving to the next station.
  • Page 125: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the band up for more frequent Your vehicle may have a compass wipes or down for less frequent WARNING in the Driver Information wipes. Center (DIC). In freezing weather, do not use (Low Speed): Slow wipes.
  • Page 126 Instruments and Controls To adjust for compass variance, use 5. If calibration is necessary, the following procedure: calibrate the compass. See Compass Calibration Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure following. Procedure Compass Calibration 1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving. Only The compass can be manually set it when the vehicle is in calibrated.
  • Page 127: Clock

    Instruments and Controls cell phone antenna mount, a 3. Press the set/reset button to will cause the clock to advance magnetic emergency light, magnetic start the compass calibration. faster. Release the button before note pad holder, or any other reaching the desired time. 4.
  • Page 128: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls The accessory power outlets are battery. Always unplug electrical Cigarette Lighter powered, even when the ignition is equipment when not in use and The cigarette lighter is located in the in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use do not plug in equipment that center console near the cupholders.
  • Page 129: Ashtrays

    Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The front ashtray is located in the function. Often gauges and warning center console near the cupholders. lights work together to indicate a Indicators Press on the access door to open it problem with the vehicle.
  • Page 130: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 131: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer For more information see Trip An arrow on the fuel gauge Odometer under Driver Information indicates the side of the vehicle the The speedometer shows the vehicle Center (DIC) on page 5 23. fuel door is on. speed in both kilometers per hour The gauge will first indicate empty (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
  • Page 132: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant If the vehicle has been operating This cycle may continue several under normal driving conditions, pull times if the driver remains or Temperature Gauge off the road, stop the vehicle and becomes unbuckled while the turn off the engine as soon as vehicle is moving.
  • Page 133: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 This cycle continues several times if Airbag Readiness Light the front passenger remains or The system checks the airbag's becomes unbuckled while the electrical system for possible vehicle is moving. malfunctions. If the light stays on it If the front passenger safety belt is indicates there is an electrical buckled, neither the chime nor the...
  • Page 134: Indicator

    5-14 Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag Then, after several more seconds, system, a Driver Information Center the status indicator will light either (DIC) message can also come on. ON or OFF, or either the on or off See Airbag System Messages on symbol to let you know the status of page 5 34 for more information.
  • Page 135: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 If it does not, have the vehicle Malfunction WARNING serviced by your dealer. Indicator Lamp The light should go out once the If the airbag readiness light ever A computer system called OBD II engine starts. If it stays on, comes on and stays on, it means (On-Board Diagnostics-Second or comes on while driving, there...
  • Page 136 5-16 Instruments and Controls Malfunctions often are indicated by Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to the system before any problem is engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle: apparent. Being aware of the light intake, or fuel system of the Reduce vehicle speed.
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-17 The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission system malfunction: occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of Check that the fuel cap is fully the proper fuel to turn the light off.
  • Page 138: Brake System Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board Brake System Warning Diagnostics) system determines Light that critical emission control systems have not been With the ignition on, the brake completely diagnosed. The system warning light comes on vehicle would be considered not when the parking brake is set.
  • Page 139: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 If it does not, have the vehicle For vehicles with a Driver WARNING serviced by your dealer. If the Information Center (DIC), see Brake system is working normally, the System Messages on page 5 28 for The brake system might not be indicator light then goes off.
  • Page 140: Off Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on the system does not assist in while driving, and a message controlling the vehicle. Turn on the displays in the Driver Information StabiliTrak/TCS system and the Center (DIC), have the vehicle indicator light turns off.
  • Page 141: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, This indicates that one or more of have the vehicle serviced by your the tires are significantly dealer.
  • Page 142: High-Beam On Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls If the light stays on and the engine High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog does not start, there could be a lamps are turned off. See Fog problem with the theft-deterrent Lamps on page 6 8 for more system.
  • Page 143: Cruise Control Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Cruise Control Light Information Displays Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays Driver Information which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the Center (DIC) instrument panel, next to the Your vehicle has a Driver steering wheel.
  • Page 144 5-24 Instruments and Controls DIC Buttons Trip/Fuel Menu Items (Trip/Fuel): Press to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll range, average economy, fuel used, through the following menu items: timer, transmission temperature, Odometer instantaneous economy, and average vehicle speed. The Press the trip/fuel button until compass and outside air ODOMETER displays.
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Fuel Range Average Economy To start the timer, press the set/ reset button while TIMER is Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL Press the trip/fuel button until displayed. The display will show the RANGE displays. This display AVERAGE ECONOMY displays.
  • Page 146 5-26 Instruments and Controls Instantaneous Economy Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Items If your vehicle has this display, Maintenance Schedule on press the trip/fuel button until INST (Vehicle Information): Press page 11 3 for more information. ECON displays.
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Tire Pressure Battery Voltage Oil Pressure On vehicles with the Tire Pressure This display shows the current This display will show the oil Monitor System (TPMS), the battery voltage. If the voltage is in pressure in either kilopascals (kPa) pressure for each tire can be viewed the normal range, the value will or pounds per square inch (psi).
  • Page 148: Vehicle Messages

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC accessories. Have the electrical indicate the status of the vehicle or system checked as soon as BATTERY LOW START some action may be needed to possible.
  • Page 149: Door Ajar Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 vehicle. Restart the vehicle and LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN Stop and turn off the vehicle, check check for the message on the DIC the door for obstructions, and close This message displays and a chime display. If the message is still the door again.
  • Page 150: Engine Oil Messages

    5-30 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Notice: If you drive the vehicle Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, engine oil needs to be changed.
  • Page 151: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.
  • Page 152: Key And Lock Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System SERVICE PARKING ASSIST Messages This message displays if there is a REPLACE BATTERY IN problem with the Ultrasonic Rear REMOTE KEY PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do SEE OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if a Remote not use this system to help you...
  • Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-33 ® SERVICE SUSPENSION See StabiliTrak System on STABILITRAK OFF may also page 9 39 for more information. display when the stability control SYSTEM If this message continues to be has been automatically disabled. This message displays when the displayed for multiple ignition cycles There are several conditions that Road Sensing Suspension (RSS)
  • Page 154: Airbag System Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls The message turns off as soon as restart so you may want to take the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE the conditions that caused the vehicle to your dealer before turning On vehicles with the Tire Pressure message to be displayed are no off the engine.
  • Page 155: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 come on. See Tire Pressure Light TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder on page 5 20. You can receive more ENGINE Messages than one tire pressure message at a Notice: If you drive the vehicle time. To read the other messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE while the transmission fluid is that may have been sent at the...
  • Page 156: Vehicle Personalization

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Entering the Feature Press the customization button until Settings Menu the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN Personalization ENGLISH screen appears on the 1. Turn the ignition on and place DIC display. Press the set/reset Your vehicle may have the vehicle in P (Park).
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-37 ITALIANO: All messages will Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appear in Italian. AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the This feature allows you to select DIC display. Press the set/reset FRANCAIS: All messages will whether or not to turn off the button once to access the settings appear in French.
  • Page 158 5-38 Instruments and Controls ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors, Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ including the tailgate, will unlock REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on reset button while the desired when the key is taken out of the the DIC display.
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-39 LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior power door lock switch twice. See is dark enough outside. This lamps will flash when you press Delayed Locking on page 2 8 for happens after the key is turned from the unlock button on the RKE more information.
  • Page 160 5-40 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON: The IntelliBeam system will be System Operation on page 2 3 for turned on. This feature allows you to select more information. whether or not to have the exterior NO CHANGE: No change will be lamps turn on briefly during low light NO CHANGE: No change will be...
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-41 There is no default for chime OFF (default): Neither outside EASY EXIT RECALL volume. The volume will stay at the mirror will be tilted down when the If your vehicle has this feature, it last known setting. vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
  • Page 162 5-42 Instruments and Controls The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL movement will only occur one time EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the This feature allows you to select after the key is removed from the DIC display.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-43 NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): The remote start NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current feature will be enabled. made to this feature. The current setting will remain. setting will remain.
  • Page 164: Universal Remote System

    5-44 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ Exiting the Feature Universal Remote reset button while the desired Settings Menu System setting is displayed on the DIC. The feature settings menu will be See Radio Frequency Statement on EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS exited when any of the following page 13 21 for information...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-45 This system provides a way to The programmed buttons should be replace up to three remote control erased when the vehicle is sold or transmitters used to activate the lease ends. See Erasing devices such as garage door Universal Home Remote Buttons in openers, security systems, and this section.
  • Page 166 5-46 Instruments and Controls It can usually be found where 5. Press and release the same Programming Universal Home the hanging antenna wire is button again. The garage door Remote Fixed Code attached to the motor-head unit should move, confirming that For questions or help programming and may be a colored button.
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Your hand-held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also Example of Eight Dip Switches have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming with Two Positions the Universal Home Remote.
  • Page 168 5-48 Instruments and Controls A switch in the down to right, into the Universal C. Right Button (Down, , position could be labeled as Home Remote, when or Off) Down, , or Off. completing Step 4. 4. The indicator lights will blink A switch in the middle 3.
  • Page 169: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls 5-49 6. Press and hold the button that Universal Remote System To erase either Rolling Code or will be used to control the Fixed Code settings on the Operation garage door until the garage Universal Home Remote device: door moves.
  • Page 170 5-50 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 171: Exterior Lamp Controls

    Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-9 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-9 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
  • Page 172 Lighting ® The exterior lamps control has four IntelliBeam Intelligent (Headlamps): Turns on the positions: High-Beam Headlamp Control headlamps together with the following lamps listed below. System (Off): Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Parking Lamps For vehicles with this feature, be Lamps (DRL).
  • Page 173 Lighting The outside light is bright turned on, it will remain on each When this occurs, IntelliBeam enough that high-beam time the vehicle is started. will be disabled until the control headlamps are not required. Additionally, the IntelliBeam system is turned back to the AUTO must be enabled.
  • Page 174 Lighting Your vehicle's windshield is Cleaning the IntelliBeam Light AUTO (On/Off): To disable the covered with ice, dirt, haze or Sensor system, press this button on the other obstructions. inside rearview mirror. The Your vehicle is loaded such that IntelliBeam indicator will turn off and the front end of the vehicle will not come back on until the points upward, causing the...
  • Page 175: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting Exterior Lamps Off Daytime Running Reminder Lamps (DRL) If a door is open, a reminder chime Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can sounds when the headlamps or make it easier for others to see the parking lamps are manually turned front of your vehicle during the day.
  • Page 176: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting To turn off the DRL lamps, turn the in the P (Park) position, before the There is a delay in the transition exterior lamps control to the OFF automatic headlamp system can be between the daytime and nighttime position and then release. For turned off.
  • Page 177: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. Signals If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out.
  • Page 178: Fog Lamps

    Lighting Fog Lamps Remember, fog lamps alone will not Exterior Cargo Lamps give off as much light as the For vehicles with fog lamps, they The cargo lamp can be used if more headlamps. Never use the fog can be used for better vision in light is needed in the cargo area of lamps in the dark without turning on foggy or misty conditions.
  • Page 179: Instrument Panel Illumination

    Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, (Dome Off): Press the button clockwise to the farthest position to...
  • Page 180: Entry/Exit Lighting

    6-10 Lighting Lighting Features has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage It can increase engine idle speed to display on the Driver Information generate more power, whenever Center (DIC), you may see the needed. It can temporarily reduce Entry/Exit Lighting voltage move up or down.
  • Page 181: Rear Seat Infotainment

    Infotainment System Infotainment Navigation Introduction Using the Navigation System System ..... 7-42 Infotainment Maps ......7-44 Navigation Symbols .
  • Page 182: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Set up phone numbers in All functions are available when the Use the navigation system to: advance so they can be called vehicle is parked. Do the following Plan a route. easily by pressing a single before driving: button or a single voice Select a destination using Become familiar with the...
  • Page 183: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System traffic restrictions or the latest road After acknowledging the start up When getting started, set your changes, it may suggest using a information, the NAV (Navigation) preferences or delete information in road that is now closed for and DEST (Destination) functions the navigation system using various construction or a turn that is are accessible.
  • Page 184: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview (Power/Volume) (Eject) C. Mark Touch Screen Button (Zoom In) Touch Screen Button E. Map Scale North Up/Heading Up Symbol G. No GPS Symbol H. Full map Touch Screen Button Source (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) Clock Touch Screen Button K.
  • Page 185 Infotainment System Q. AUDIO Book Edit/View under Configure Storing Radio Station Presets Menu on page 7 64 for deleting R. FAV (Favorite) To set preset radio stations, do the information from the address book. following: (Phone) Limit Features While Driving 1.
  • Page 186 Infotainment System Setting the Clock Entering an Address and Point If five or fewer names are available, a list displays. If of Interest, and Storing Preset The navigation system time and the more than five are available, the Destinations analog clock operate independently. List screen button displays a Changing the time through the Entering an Address...
  • Page 187 Infotainment System 8. Once a street has been 3. Press DEST. 9. Press Start Guidance. The route selected, select the House # is now ready to be started. 4. Press Point of Interest. screen button to enter the house See Point of Interest (POI) under number.
  • Page 188 Infotainment System 6. Press and hold one of the 4. Select one of the available Guidance Volume screen buttons at the bottom of preset destination screen Adjust the volume of voice guidance the screen until the name buttons. A map screen, with the prompts: appears in the screen button on destination marked appears.
  • Page 189: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Radio The chime signals related 3. Press and hold for more than to safety belts, parking brake, and two seconds to turn off the other functions of the vehicle navigation system, the Rear AM-FM Radio operate through the navigation Seat Entertainment (RSE) video system.
  • Page 190 7-10 Infotainment System Finding a Station FM Source Shown, Other Sources FM Source Shown, Other Sources Similar Similar AM Source Shown, Other Sources If you do not want to view a split Category: Press the screen button, Similar screen or you are not on a map located in the middle of the screen, If viewing a map screen, press the screen, press AUDIO.
  • Page 191 Infotainment System 7-11 XM (if equipped) lists also contain a © ¨ XM Tune Select (If Equipped) (Seek/Scan): category to select and the stations 1. To seek stations, press the up or or channels that have broadcasts down arrows to go to the next or that relate to that category.
  • Page 192 7-12 Infotainment System Del: Press the Del screen button to Storing Radio Station Presets del the song that is associated to This feature stores a mix of up to that button. 30 AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) Popup Notifications: Once a song preset stations.
  • Page 193 Infotainment System 7-13 Sound Menu Setting the Tone Digital Signal Processing (DSP) TREBLE: Press + or to increase The system has Digital Signal or decrease the treble. If a station is Processing (DSP). DSP provides a weak or has static, decrease the choice of four different listening treble.
  • Page 194 7-14 Infotainment System Centerpoint delivers five Radio Menu Limit Features While Driving independent audio channels Press the Limit Features While from conventional two channel Driving screen button to turn on and stereo recordings (not available off the ability to limit functions while for AM or FM).
  • Page 195 Infotainment System 7-15 Bose AudioPilot At higher volume settings, where Radio Data System (RDS) the music is much louder than the AudioPilot: The Bose AudioPilot The audio system has a Radio Data background noise, there may noise compensation technology. System (RDS). RDS features are be little or no adjustments by available for use only on FM ®...
  • Page 196: Satellite Radio

    7-16 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Radio Messages Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is no longer XL (Explicit Language Satellite Radio Service assigned. Channels): XL on the radio display, is a satellite radio service that after the channel name, indicates No Artist Info: No artist is based in the 48 contiguous United content with explicit language.
  • Page 197: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System 7-17 XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver Radio Reception FM Stereo may have previously been in FM signals only reach about Frequency interference and static another vehicle. For security 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although can occur during normal radio purposes, XM receivers cannot be the radio has a built-in electronic reception if items such as cell phone...
  • Page 198: Fixed Mast Antenna

    7-18 Infotainment System Cellular Phone Usage Occasionally check to make sure Audio Players the antenna is tightened to its base. Cellular phone usage may cause If tightening is required, tighten by CD/DVD Player interference with the vehicle's radio. hand until fully seated plus This interference may occur when one quarter turn.
  • Page 199 Infotainment System 7-19 If the ignition or radio is turned off Playing an Audio CD (Rewind): with a CD in the player, it stays in 1. Press and hold this screen the player. When the ignition or button to rewind quickly through radio is turned on, the CD starts a track selection.
  • Page 200 7-20 Infotainment System 2. Press the down arrow to go to The DVD player can be controlled To display the menu Options screen the start of the current track, by the buttons on the navigation button while a DVD is playing, touch if more than eight seconds have system, the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) anywhere on the screen.
  • Page 201 Infotainment System 7-21 3. Press and hold for more than Enter: Press to select the 3. Press this button twice to return two seconds to turn off the highlighted option. to the beginning of the DVD. navigation system, RSE video Return: Press to go back to the screen, and RSA.
  • Page 202 7-22 Infotainment System Audio: Press to display the audio you would like to watch or listen to. Night: Press to make the options. Select the audio options This button does not work when the navigation screen background that best improve sound quality. DVD is stopped.
  • Page 203 Infotainment System 7-23 Menu Language: Press English, Password button. Type in the French, or Spanish to change the password and then change the default language of the DVD video rating level. menus. The menu language must If the password has been forgotten, be available on the disc.
  • Page 204 7-24 Infotainment System If the bottom surface of a disc is CD/DVD Messages (Tuning Knob): dirty, take a soft lint free cloth, If Disc Read Error appears on the 1. Turn counterclockwise one notch or dampen a clean soft cloth in a display and/or the CD/DVD comes to go to the start of the current mild neutral detergent solution...
  • Page 205 Infotainment System 7-25 There may have been a problem To connect a USB storage device, USB Supported File and Folder while burning the CD/DVD. Structure connect the device to the USB port located on the instrument panel and The label may be caught in the The guidelines that must be met in the center console.
  • Page 206 7-26 Infotainment System Using the Navigation Audio 3. Press or tap the left or right 6. Press the Back button to go arrow to select desired Category back to the previous screen. System to Control a USB ® such as: Artist, Album, Genre, Storage Device or iPod 7.
  • Page 207: Mp3

    Infotainment System 7-27 Maximum number of folders is 100 with a maximum hierarchy of eight folders. Using an MP3 CD Create a folder structure that MP3 Format makes it easy to find songs There are guidelines that must be while driving. Organize songs by met, when creating an MP3 disc.
  • Page 208 7-28 Infotainment System Empty Directory or Folder listing. After playing the last track When you insert a CD, the CD tab from the last folder, play begins displays. If a DSP setting is If a root directory or a folder exists again at the first track of the first selected for the CD, it will be somewhere in the file structure that...
  • Page 209 Infotainment System 7-29 artist, or album. It may take a (Rewind): few minutes for the system to 1. Press and hold to rewind quickly sort the MP3. through a track selection. You © ¨ (Seek/Scan): will hear sound at a reduced volume.
  • Page 210: Auxiliary Devices

    7-30 Infotainment System When playing an MP3 the rear seat To use a portable audio player, Drivers are encouraged to set up operator can power on the RSE connect a 1/8 in (3.5 mm) cable to any auxiliary device while the video screen and use the remote the radio's front auxiliary input jack.
  • Page 211: Rear Seat Infotainment

    Infotainment System 7-31 2. Press AUDIO then press AUDIO Rear Seat Before Driving again, repeatedly until AUX Infotainment The RSE is designed for rear seat (auxiliary) is selected or press passengers only. The driver cannot the AUX screen button. An safely view the video screen while Rear Seat Entertainment auxiliary device must be...
  • Page 212 7-32 Infotainment System Parental Control Headphones listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary The RSE system may have a source connected to A/V jacks or Parental Control feature, depending the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle on which radio the vehicle has.
  • Page 213 Infotainment System 7-33 move too far forward or step out of If the foam ear pads attached to the Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks the vehicle, the headphones lose headphones become worn or the audio signal. damaged, the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set.
  • Page 214 7-34 Infotainment System connectors or cables (not included) and listening with the wireless Audio Output may be required to connect the headphones on Channel 2 or with Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. the wired headphones. See Using auxiliary inputs can be heard Refer to the manufacturer s the Auxiliary Input Jack under...
  • Page 215 Infotainment System 7-35 When a device is connected to the If a DVD is playing and the screen Remote Control A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary is raised to its locked position, the input jacks (front auxiliary jack or screen remains on. This is normal, the USB port), the rear seat and the DVD continues to play passengers are able to hear audio...
  • Page 216 7-36 Infotainment System Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons (Enter): Press to select the could also affect the function of the choice that is highlighted in (Power): Press to turn the video remote control. any menu. screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Display Menu): Press to adjust (Illumination): Press to turn the...
  • Page 217 Infotainment System 7-37 continues playing in a slow play release the fast reverse button. This AUX (Auxiliary): Press to switch mode. Also, reverse can be played button might not work when the the system between the DVD player slowly by pressing the play/pause DVD is playing the copyright and an auxiliary source.
  • Page 218 7-38 Infotainment System Battery Replacement Tips and Troubleshooting Chart To change the remote control Problem Recommended Action batteries: There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to 1. Slide the rear cover back on the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. remote control.
  • Page 219 Infotainment System 7-39 DVD Display Error Messages Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) The DVD display error message Problem Recommended Action depends on the radio that is in the After stopping the player, and If the stop button was pressed one vehicle.
  • Page 220: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    7-40 Infotainment System DVD Distortion Rear Seat Audio (RSA) The RSA functions can be used even when the main radio is off. System Video distortion can occur when Audio can be heard through wired operating cellular phones, scanners, Vehicles with this feature allow the headphones (not included) plugged CB radios, Global Position Systems rear seat passengers to listen to...
  • Page 221 Infotainment System 7-41 with some radios, if the front seat When a USB device is playing, the passengers are listening to the right or left seek button can be used radio. to control the device. Press and hold either seek arrow PROG (Program): Press this until the display flashes, to tune to button to go to the next preset radio...
  • Page 222: System

    7-42 Infotainment System Navigation 3. Press and hold for more than FAV (Favorite): Press to access two seconds to turn off the the preset stations. See Storing navigation system, the Rear Radio Station Presets under, Using the Navigation Seat Entertainment (RSE), and Overview on page 7 4.
  • Page 223 Infotainment System 7-43 NAV (Navigation): Press to view Touch-Sensitive Screen A-Z (Alphabet): Select to enter the vehicle's current position on the letters from the alphabet. This Buttons map screen. Each press of this button may toggle to A-Y. Touch-sensitive screen buttons are button cycles through Full Map 0-9 (Numbers): Select to enter located on the screen.
  • Page 224: Maps

    7-44 Infotainment System Maps corrections that are completed after Map Adjustments the production of the compact flash The system lets you adjust the scale This section includes basic drive. The navigation system of view on the map. Also, as you information that you need to know provides full route guidance in the drive, the map scrolls automatically...
  • Page 225: Navigation Symbols

    Infotainment System 7-45 Scrolling the Map If scrolling while the vehicle is in Navigation Symbols motion, there is one scroll speed The following symbols are the most and a limited distance to scroll. common symbols that appear on a Keep pressing on the map screen to map screen.
  • Page 226 7-46 Infotainment System The stopover symbol displays on the map after a stopover has been added to the route. The stopover symbols are numbered one through three, depending on how many stopovers The distance and time to destination The straight line to distance symbol have been set.
  • Page 227 Infotainment System 7-47 The shaded triangle indicates the North direction. While in Heading Up mode the direction at the top of the screen and the way the vehicle icon is heading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling. Press this screen symbol to switch The north up symbol indicates the Press the Mark screen button to between Heading Up, North Up, and...
  • Page 228 7-48 Infotainment System Displaying POI icons on the map 3. Press the Show POI screen shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, button to add more POI icons. gas stations, etc.) are located. This More: Press to view more POI screen appears after selecting the categories.
  • Page 229 Infotainment System 7-49 Address Book: Press to add this List all Categories: Press to list all POI to the address book. See Nav POIs sorted alphabetically. under Configure Menu on page 7 64 Delete: To delete a specific POI for information on editing address category, select the category.
  • Page 230: Destination

    7-50 Infotainment System 3-D Lane Guidance Dual Mode Destination Press DEST to access the Destination Entry screen. From this screen, you can select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points. This dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode. Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a maneuver or Interstate Exit list on the other...
  • Page 231 Infotainment System 7-51 Enter the City Name or press the number. This number represents Last 5 Cities screen button. the number of available streets. Press this button to view the list. The Last 5 Cities screen displays a list of the last five city 6.
  • Page 232 7-52 Infotainment System 3. Select the state/province screen the number of available streets. To enter a destination by entering a button, if needed, to change the Press this button to view the list cross street: current state or province. A list and select a street.
  • Page 233 Infotainment System 7-53 available, a list displays. If more See Getting Started on Your the alpha keyboard, select a than five are available, the List Route in this section for more category from the category list, screen button displays a information.
  • Page 234 7-54 Infotainment System 5. Press GO, located next to the 4. Select a category. 3. Press Franchise Search to view POI. The map screen, with the a list of franchise categories. The system displays available destination marked displays. POI names in the selected 4.
  • Page 235 Infotainment System 7-55 3. Press GO, located next to the destination. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 4. Select the route preference for Fastest, Shortest, or Other. The system calculates and highlights the route. 5. Press Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started.
  • Page 236 7-56 Infotainment System 3. Select a previous destination Pressing/holding and dragging from the list. Use the arrow to your finger on the map activates the right of the destination to fast scrolling. view the entire destination name 4. Press once on the area that you as necessary.
  • Page 237 Infotainment System 7-57 5. Press Longitude and select while the vehicle is moving. If a either E (East) or W (West) next destination is not set for one of the to enter the direction of the screen buttons, the button is longitude coordinate.
  • Page 238 7-58 Infotainment System the name that was selected for 2. Press GO next to the desired the destination when it was gas station for location stored. The map screen, with the information. destination marked displays. 3. Press Cancel if the list of Near 3.
  • Page 239 Infotainment System 7-59 Press Map, the navigation downloaded, the navigation system Route Guidance Not Active system displays the Destination will search for the address in the If an OnStar destination is Map Screen. mapping disc's database. When the downloaded while route guidance is address is found, it will be shown on Press Call, the navigation not active, the navigation system...
  • Page 240 7-60 Infotainment System Important Notes regarding OnStar Map Destination Screen Functions Destination Download: If the map screen is used to show If the navigation system is destination, it will have map screen turned off when the destination capabilities such as GO, Mark, Zoom, Scroll, etc.
  • Page 241 Infotainment System 7-61 Press to view the list of turn the whole route if necessary. The (Reverse Skip): Press to go maneuvers for the entire route and detour option is only available while back to the start point or previous to avoid turns on the route.
  • Page 242 7-62 Infotainment System the current route between the start 7. Select the route preference for Resume Guidance point and final destination. Once a Fastest, Shortest, or Other. The Press this screen button, from the stopover has been added, the system calculates and highlights Route screen, to resume guidance points can be edited or deleted.
  • Page 243 Infotainment System 7-63 Press the Add to Address Book To store the current vehicle position To store an address book entry as a screen button when available on as a preset destination: preset destination: POI information screens, 1. Press Mark from the map screen 1.
  • Page 244: Configure Menu

    7-64 Infotainment System Configure Menu Sound Nav (Navigation) Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until Sound is selected or press the Sound screen button to make speaker and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) adjustments. See Sound Menu under, AM-FM Radio on page 7 9 for more information.
  • Page 245 Infotainment System 7-65 Volume: Press + or to increase Allow Time and Seasonal or to decrease the volume of the Restricted Roads: This feature voice prompts. The system will allows the system to use time respond with the adjusted voice restricted and seasonal roads when level.
  • Page 246 7-66 Infotainment System 5. Press the Phone # screen button 5. The system will ask for you to 4. A list of all the address book and use the numeric keyboard to state the name. You will have entries will display. Press and input or change the phone four seconds to state the name.
  • Page 247 Infotainment System 7-67 1. Press the Map Database When the off-road mode is turned information fully integrated to the Information/Remove Map Data on, the navigation system will show navigation system to display current screen button to display the Map the path being traveled by the traffic conditions for a driver s Coverage Area screen.
  • Page 248 7-68 Infotainment System Three types of traffic information for XM NavTraffic currently broadcasts Selecting Alert for Approaching major roadways are displayed on the traffic information for many Traffic Events enables the the navigation system: markets nationally, and the service system to show a pop-up screen may be available in more cities in that notifies of possible traffic Unscheduled traffic incident...
  • Page 249 Infotainment System 7-69 The Traffic Icon has three different Locations and Information of To view the traffic condition location Traffic Conditions condition displays. These are: and information on the map: Traffic The system may take some time to Condition Status Icon sort the information.
  • Page 250 7-70 Infotainment System An arrow may appear before the Options distance. The arrow indicates the distance is a straight line distance and it shows the direction of the event from the current vehicle's position. If no arrow appears, the distance indicates how far the event is ahead on current Interstate highway or route.
  • Page 251 Infotainment System 7-71 Yellow indicates slightly impaired With route planned, Traffic Event Name traffic flow with average speed on Route screen displays. Press the Name screen button to between 40 km/h (25 mph) and If the Alert for Approaching Traffic display traffic events in the order of 72 km/h (45 mph).
  • Page 252 7-72 Infotainment System Scrolling to Traffic Events on After pressing the INFO Category 2, Traffic Delayed: the Map (information) screen button, the type (Stopped Traffic): Traffic of traffic condition, the street name, stopped, stop and go traffic, delayed and a description of the traffic and congested traffic.
  • Page 253 Infotainment System 7-73 Detailed Traffic Event Screens Back, Map, More, and Avoid Avoid: This button is used to avoid the location of an event on the These buttons have common route. If pressed, a new route is functions across all three Detailed calculated and the related traffic Traffic Event screens.
  • Page 254 7-74 Infotainment System The RPT (Repeat) button is for The Extended Forecast Weather navigation traffic maneuvers only. screen displays five days of the It is not used to repeat traffic forecasted weather at the vehicle s prompts. During a traffic voice current position.
  • Page 255 Infotainment System 7-75 Display Brightness/Contrast/Mode Night: Press to make the map background darker. Day: Press to make the map background brighter. Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped) Press this screen button to change Press CONFIG to enter the the brightness, contrast, and mode configure menu options, then press of the display.
  • Page 256: System (Gps)

    7-76 Infotainment System For more information about the Rear Setting the Clock Global Positioning Vision Camera, see Rear Vision System (GPS) The navigation system time and the Camera (RVC) on page 9 47 in the analog clock operate independently. vehicle owner manual. The navigation system determines Changing the time through the the position of the vehicle by using...
  • Page 257: Vehicle Positioning

    Infotainment System 7-77 Current position calibration is set This system may not be available or For more information if the GPS is incorrectly. interferences may occur if any of the not functioning properly, see Vehicle following are true: Positioning on page 7 77 and Vehicle is traveling at high Problems with Route Guidance on speed.
  • Page 258: Problems With Route

    7-78 Infotainment System Vehicle is driving in heavy traffic It may take a long time to If the System Needs where driving is at low speeds, operate automatic rerouting Service and the vehicle is stopped and during high-speed driving. started repeatedly. If the navigation system needs Automatic rerouting may display service and the steps listed here...
  • Page 259: Voice Recognition

    Infotainment System 7-79 Voice Recognition 1. Press and hold SRCE located Issue an error message Did on the steering wheel until you not recognize. Voice The navigation system's voice hear a beep. The audio system Recognition Canceled. recognition allows for hands-free mutes.
  • Page 260 7-80 Infotainment System Voice Recognition Commands If not currently driving on a route, Display [set] night [mode]: Sets the system automatically creates the the display to night mode. The following list shows all of the voice tag destination as the final Display [set] auto [mode]: Sets voice commands available for the destination.
  • Page 261: Bluetooth

    Infotainment System 7-81 Radio [select] (channel) XM CD, DVD, Disc select next Phone (if equipped), radio [select] folder: Use this command to select (channel) satellite (if equipped): the next folder on the MP3 or Bluetooth Instructs the system to go to a audio DVD.
  • Page 262 7-82 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. A Bluetooth system can use a When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a sounds after the system responds all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and indicating when it is waiting for a this section for more information.
  • Page 263 Infotainment System 7-83 Up to five cell phones can be 2. Say Bluetooth. This command (Mute/Push To Talk): Press paired to the Bluetooth system. can be skipped. to answer incoming calls, confirm The pairing process is disabled system information, and start 3.
  • Page 264 7-84 Infotainment System 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair 4. Say the name of the phone you Storing and Deleting Phone additional phones. want to delete. Numbers Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone The system can store up to Phones 30 phone numbers as name tags in To connect to a different cell phone,...
  • Page 265 Infotainment System 7-85 Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard Listing Stored Numbers followed by a tone. After the last The list command will list all stored 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say numbers and name tags. two seconds.
  • Page 266 7-86 Infotainment System Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Receiving a Call Command recognized by the system, say When an incoming call is received, Verify at any time. the audio system mutes and a ring 1.
  • Page 267 Infotainment System 7-87 Three Way Calling To cancel mute, press does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature on the cell and then say Un mute call. Three way calling must be phone. See your cell phone supported on the cell phone and Transferring a Call manufacturer's user guide for more...
  • Page 268 7-88 Infotainment System Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send will be retained indefinitely. This numbers and the numbers stored as includes all saved name tags in the name tags during a call.
  • Page 269: Climate Control Systems

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Dual Automatic Climate Control this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system System .
  • Page 270 Climate Controls system as the vehicle is Use the steps below to place the (Off): Press the driver side moving forward unless it is set to entire system in automatic mode: temperature knob to turn the climate recirculation mode. See control system off.
  • Page 271 Climate Controls 2. Set the driver and passenger To avoid blowing cold air in cold (Air Delivery Mode temperature. weather, the system will delay Control): Press to change the turning on the fan until warm air is direction of the airflow in the vehicle. To find your comfort setting, start available.
  • Page 272 Climate Controls The passenger temperature control Pressing this button when the (Defog): This mode clears the cannot be activated while in defrost outside temperature is too cool for windows of fog or moisture. Air is mode. If the passenger control air conditioning will make the air directed to the windshield, floor knob is pressed, the passenger...
  • Page 273 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger (Recirculation): Press to turn Heated Mirrors: Press to help the recirculation mode on or off. An clear fog or frost from the surface of The rear window defogger uses a indicator light comes on to show the outside mirror.
  • Page 274: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air Use the air outlets located in the inlets free of ice, snow, or any center and on the side of the other obstruction, such as instrument panel to adjust the leaves.
  • Page 275 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Drive Systems New Vehicle Break-In ..9-23 All-Wheel Drive ....9-36 Operating Adjustable Throttle and Brake Brakes Pedal .
  • Page 276 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-50 distractions.
  • Page 277: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving WARNING Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with Taking your eyes off the road too expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global long or too often could cause a step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
  • Page 278: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the information.
  • Page 279: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Then turn the steering wheel to If the vehicle starts to slide, follow go straight down the roadway. these suggestions: Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the Skidding vehicle to go.
  • Page 280: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating Make sure all underbody Remember: Antilock brakes help WARNING shields, if equipped, are properly avoid only the braking skid. attached. When driving off-road, bouncing Off-Road Driving Know the local laws that apply to and quick changes in direction off-road driving.
  • Page 281 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Driving on Hills the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving Driving safely on hills requires good on page 9 16. judgment and an understanding of WARNING what the vehicle can and cannot do. Environmental Concerns Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the load...
  • Page 282 Driving and Operating Never go downhill forward or When driving on hills: If the vehicle stalls on a hill: backward with the transmission Use a low gear and keep a firm 1. Apply the brakes to stop the in N (Neutral). The brakes could grip on the steering wheel.
  • Page 283 Driving and Operating The vehicle can roll If an incline must be driven drive across. Driving across an backward quickly and you across, and the vehicle starts to incline puts more weight on the could lose control. slide, turn downhill. This should downhill wheels which could help straighten out the vehicle cause a downhill slide or a...
  • Page 284 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Notice: Do not drive through WARNING standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Use a low gear when driving in Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, axles or exhaust pipe.
  • Page 285: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) Remove any brush or debris that Rain and wet roads can reduce has collected on the underbody or vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates chassis, or under the hood.
  • Page 286: Highway Hypnosis

    9-12 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 287: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
  • Page 288 9-14 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
  • Page 289: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-15 If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking Your Vehicle to Get WARNING It Out Slowly and cautiously spin the If the vehicle's tires spin at high Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when speed, they can explode, and you right to clear the area around the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
  • Page 290: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-16 Driving and Operating Recovery Hooks Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how WARNING much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Never pull on recovery hooks vehicle capacity weight and from the side. The hooks could includes the weight of all break and you and others could occupants, cargo, and all...
  • Page 291 Driving and Operating 9-17 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum WARNING Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Tire and Loading Vehicle Weight Rating Information label also shows the (GVWR), or either the size of the original equipment...
  • Page 292 9-18 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct the amount of available cargo Load Limit and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) Locate the statement The = 650 lbs). combined weight of occupants and cargo should Determine the combined never exceed XXX kg or weight of luggage and cargo...
  • Page 293 Driving and Operating 9-19 Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3...
  • Page 294 9-20 Driving and Operating vehicle's original tires and the Never exceed the GVWR for the WARNING inflation pressures needed to vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. obtain the gross weight capacity Do not load the vehicle any of the vehicle.
  • Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-21 Using heavier suspension Add-On Equipment WARNING (Continued) components to get added When you carry removable durability might not change your Never stack heavier items, you may need to put a weight ratings. Ask your dealer things, like suitcases, limit on how many people you to help you load the vehicle the inside the vehicle so that...
  • Page 296: Truck-Camper Loading

    9-22 Driving and Operating The Cargo Weight Rating (CWR) This type of level control is fully If a weight-distributing hitch is is the maximum weight of the automatic and will provide a being used, it is recommended to allow the shocks to inflate, load the vehicle can carry.
  • Page 297: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-23 Starting and Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear Operating and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in New Vehicle Break-In guideline every time you get new brake linings. Notice: The vehicle does not Do not tow a trailer during The switch used to adjust the need an elaborate break-in.
  • Page 298: Ignition Positions

    9-24 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions will remain active. See Retained 3. Come to a complete stop, shift Accessory Power (RAP) on to P (Park), and turn the ignition page 9 27. to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the This position locks the ignition.
  • Page 299: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-25 The steering may bind with the can also be used for service and Starting the Engine wheels turned off center. If this diagnostics, and to verify the proper Move the shift lever to P (Park) or happens, move the steering wheel operation of the malfunction N (Neutral).
  • Page 300 9-26 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a prevent possible vehicle If the vehicle starts briefly but Computer-Controlled Cranking component damage. When this then stops again, repeat these System. This feature assists in happens, hold the ignition switch steps. This clears the extra starting the engine and protects in the START position to gasoline from the engine.
  • Page 301: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-27 Engine Heater Retained Accessory WARNING Power (RAP) The engine coolant heater can Plugging the cord into an provide easier starting and better The following vehicle accessories ungrounded outlet could cause an fuel economy during engine can be used for up to 10 minutes electrical shock.
  • Page 302: Shifting Into Park

    9-28 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 3. Turn the ignition key to parking brake is firmly set. After the LOCK/OFF. shift lever is moved into P (Park), hold the regular brake pedal down. 4. Remove the key and take it with WARNING Then, see if you can move the shift you.
  • Page 303: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-29 Prevent movement of the shift If torque lock does occur, you might If you still are unable to shift out of lever out of P (Park), unless the need to have another vehicle push P (Park): ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ yours a little uphill to take some of 1.
  • Page 304: Active Fuel Management

    9-30 Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) Vehicles with V8 engines may have There are holes or openings Active Fuel Management . This WARNING in the vehicle body from system allows the engine to operate damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon on either all or half of its cylinders,...
  • Page 305: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of It is better not to park with the The vehicle has a the vehicle if the automatic engine running. But if you ever have ®...
  • Page 306 9-32 Driving and Operating When parked on a hill, especially N (Neutral): In this position, the WARNING (Continued) when the vehicle has a heavy load, engine does not connect with the you may notice an increase in the wheels. To restart when you are See Shifting Into Park on effort to shift out of P (Park).
  • Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-33 Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or D (Drive) can be used when towing Notice: Spinning the tires or N (Neutral) with the engine a trailer, carrying a heavy load, holding the vehicle in one running at high speed may driving on steep hills, or for off-road place on a hill using only the damage the transmission.
  • Page 308: Manual Mode

    9-34 Driving and Operating In some cases, this may appear to Manual Mode The DIC display will show the be a delayed shift, however the message MANUAL SHIFT on the Driver Shift Control (DSC) transmission is operating normally. first line and the current gear will be displayed on the second line.
  • Page 309: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Tow/Haul Mode See Tow/Haul Mode Light on Grade Braking is only active while page 5 19 and Hill and Mountain the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and Roads on page 9 12 for more you are not in the Range Selection information.
  • Page 310: Drive Systems

    9-36 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake System (ABS) With this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels at all times. This vehicle has the Antilock Brake This is like four-wheel drive, but If there is a problem with ABS, this System (ABS), an advanced there is no separate lever or switch warning light stays on.
  • Page 311: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-37 As the brakes are applied, the Braking in Emergencies If the ignition is on, the brake computer keeps receiving updates system warning light will come on. ABS allows the driver to steer and on wheel speed and controls See Brake System Warning Light on brake at the same time.
  • Page 312: Brake Assist

    9-38 Driving and Operating Brake Assist Minor brake pedal pulsation or During the transition period between pedal movement during this time is when the driver releases the brake This vehicle has a brake assist normal and the driver should pedal and starts to accelerate to feature designed to assist the driver continue to apply the brake pedal drive off on a grade, HSA holds the...
  • Page 313: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak

    Driving and Operating 9-39 Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See Trailer If a DIC message appears, make Sway Control (TSC) on page 9 67 sure the StabiliTrak system has not for more information. been turned off using the Traction ®...
  • Page 314 9-40 Driving and Operating and the appropriate DIC message It is recommended to leave the displays. This will also disable the system on for normal driving TSC feature. conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle Traction control and StabiliTrak is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, can be turned on by pressing and...
  • Page 315: Locking Rear Axle

    Driving and Operating 9-41 The TCS is enabled automatically The TCS may activate on dry or Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a when the vehicle is started. It will rough roads or under conditions Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. activate and the StabiliTrak light will such as heavy acceleration while See Trailer Sway Control (TSC) on flash if it senses that any of the...
  • Page 316: Continuous Damping

    9-42 Driving and Operating Continuous Damping Autoride and MagneRide also An air compressor connected to the interact with the tow/haul mode that, rear shocks will raise or lower the Control (CDC) when activated, will provide rear of the vehicle to maintain additional control of the shock proper vehicle height.
  • Page 317: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating 9-43 Cruise Control When the brakes are applied, the cruise control turns off. This vehicle has a Hydra Matic WARNING 6 speed automatic transmission, see Grade Braking under Cruise control can be dangerous Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 35 where you cannot drive safely at for an explanation of how cruise a steady speed.
  • Page 318 9-44 Driving and Operating (Set/Coast): Press to set Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control the speed and activate cruise If the cruise control is set at a control or make the vehicle If the cruise control system is desired speed and then the brakes decelerate.
  • Page 319: Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist

    Driving and Operating 9-45 Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Object Detection How well the cruise control works There are three ways to end cruise Systems on hills depends on the vehicle control: speed, the load, and the steepness To disengage cruise control, Ultrasonic Parking Assist of the hills.
  • Page 320 9-46 Driving and Operating How the System Works When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into The following messages may be R (Reverse). A single tone sounds displayed on the DIC: to indicate the system is working.
  • Page 321: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 9-47 A trailer was attached to the Turning the Rear Vision WARNING vehicle, or a bicycle or an object Camera System On or Off was hanging out of the tailgate The RVC system does not display The RVC system is designed to during the current or last drive pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, help the driver when backing up by...
  • Page 322 9-48 Driving and Operating Symbols To turn the symbols on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA has not The navigation system may have a been disabled. feature that allows for viewing parking assist symbols on the 2. Shift into P (Park). navigation screen while using the 3.
  • Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-49 Guidelines RVC Location The RVC system has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot. To turn the guidelines on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA has not been disabled.
  • Page 324: Fuel

    9-50 Driving and Operating The sun or the beam of Displayed images may be further or Fuel headlamps is shining directly closer than they appear. The area into the camera lens. Use of the recommended fuel is an displayed is limited and objects important part of the proper which are close to either corner of Ice, snow, mud, or anything else...
  • Page 325: Recommended Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-51 Recommended Fuel Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or At a minimum, gasoline should higher. You can also use regular meet ASTM specification unleaded gasoline rated at D 4814 in the United States or 87 octane or higher, but the CAN/CGSB 3.5 or 3.511 in...
  • Page 326: California Fuel

    9-52 Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Environmental Protection Agency regulations. To help keep fuel Requirements Countries injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to dirty If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any injectors or valves, look for gasoline California Emissions Standards, it is other fuel not recommended in the...
  • Page 327: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

    Driving and Operating 9-53 Gasolines containing oxygenates, Some gasolines that are Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) such as ethers and ethanol, and not reformulated for low Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge reformulated gasolines might be emissions can contain an and a yellow fuel cap can use either available in your area.
  • Page 328: Filling The Tank

    9-54 Driving and Operating At a minimum, E85 should meet possible do not add less than and rubber parts. That damage ASTM Specification D 5798 or 11 L (3 gal) when refueling. You would not be covered under the CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling should drive the vehicle immediately vehicle warranty.
  • Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-55 When replacing the fuel cap, insert WARNING the tether in its hole before tightening the cap. Turn the fuel cap Fuel can spray out on you if you clockwise until it clicks. It will require open the fuel cap too quickly. more effort to turn the fuel cap on If you spill fuel and then the last turn as you tighten it.
  • Page 330: Filling A Portable Fuel

    9-56 Driving and Operating The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING (Continued) displays on the Driver Information Container Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not properly installed. See Fuel System Bring the fill nozzle in contact WARNING Messages on page 5 31 for more with the inside of the fill...
  • Page 331: Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-57 Do not tow a trailer at all during Towing For information on towing a disabled the first 800 km (500 miles) the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on new vehicle is driven. The page 10 80. For information on General Towing engine, axle or other parts could towing the vehicle behind another...
  • Page 332 9-58 Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer Before starting, check all trailer hitch WARNING (Continued) parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, WARNING Fully open the air outlets on tires and mirrors. If the trailer has or under the instrument electric brakes, start the When towing a trailer, exhaust panel.
  • Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-59 Passing When turning with a trailer, make Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift wider turns than normal. Do this the transmission to a lower gear if More passing distance is needed so the trailer will not strike soft the transmission shifts too often when towing a trailer.
  • Page 334 9-60 Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then 4. Release the parking brake. apply the parking brake and shift 5. Let up on the brake pedal. into P (Park). WARNING 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is 5.
  • Page 335: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-61 Trailer Towing Notice: Pulling a trailer your passengers. So please read improperly can damage the this section carefully before pulling a Do not tow a trailer during break in. vehicle and result in costly trailer. See New Vehicle Break-In on repairs not covered by the vehicle Weight of the Trailer page 9 23 for more information.
  • Page 336 9-62 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR AWD 6.2L 3.42 3 447 kg (7,600 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) in the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions.
  • Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-63 exceed the GVWR limit for the Hitch Type Maximum Tongue vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow Vehicle Series Weight vehicle and trailer fully loaded for 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) the trip including the weight of the trailer tongue.
  • Page 338: Towing Equipment

    9-64 Driving and Operating Towing Equipment Consider using sway controls with Safety Chains any trailer. Ask a trailering Always attach chains between the Hitches professional about sway controls or vehicle and the trailer. Cross the refer to the trailer manufacturer's The correct hitch equipment helps safety chains under the tongue of recommendations and instructions.
  • Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-65 Trailer Brakes Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: A loaded trailer that weighs more Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to Package have its own brake system that is Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn adequate for the weight of the Signal...
  • Page 340 9-66 Driving and Operating Electric Brake Control Wiring Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and Provisions trailer combined weight is at least These wiring provisions are 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross included with the vehicle as part of Combined Weight Rating (GCWR).
  • Page 341: Trailer Sway

    Driving and Operating 9-67 Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Trailer Sway Conversions and when lightly loaded or with no trailer Control (TSC) Add-Ons at all will not cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Add-On Electrical selection of Tow/Haul when the Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature.
  • Page 342 9-68 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 343 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Fan ....10-22 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Power Steering Fluid ..10-23 Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Washer Fluid .
  • Page 344: Vehicle Care

    10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Inspection ....10-55 General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tire Rotation ....10-55 other reproductive harm.
  • Page 345: Warning

    Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service aerodynamics, durability, and work, use the proper service electronic systems like antilock manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability about how to service the vehicle Service Work control.
  • Page 346: Hood

    10-4 Vehicle Care Hood 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure To open the hood: all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
  • Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-5 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 348 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Automatic Transmission Power Steering Fluid Reservoir page 10 14. Dipstick (Out of View). See (Out of View). See Power Checking the Fluid Level Steering Fluid on page 10 23. B. Coolant Surge Tank and under Automatic Transmission Pressure Cap.
  • Page 350: Overview

    10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful get an accurate reading, the vehicle attention must be paid to engine oil.
  • Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-9 area that shows the proper approved certification mark. This If in an area of extreme cold, where operating range, the engine could certification mark indicates that the the temperature falls below 20°F be damaged. You should drain oil has been approved to the dexos1 ( 29°C), an SAE 0W 30 oil should out the excess oil or limit driving...
  • Page 352: Engine Oil Life System

    10-10 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil system might indicate that an oil elements that can be unhealthy for change is not necessary for up to a This vehicle has a computer system...
  • Page 353: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care 10-11 How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals Life System Fluid listed in Maintenance Schedule on Reset the system whenever the page 11 3. Be sure to use the When to Check and Change engine oil is changed so that the transmission fluid listed in...
  • Page 354 10-12 Vehicle Care Before checking the fluid level, 6. Using the TRANS TEMP prepare the vehicle as follows: reading, determine and perform the appropriate check 1. Start the engine and park the procedure. If the TRANS TEMP vehicle on a level surface. Keep reading is not within the required the engine running.
  • Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-13 Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. If the fluid level is below the The hot check is the most accurate at the rear of the engine COLD check band, add only...
  • Page 356: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    10-14 Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Always check the fluid level at See Engine Compartment Overview least twice using the procedures on page 10 6 for the location of the described. Consistency (repeatable engine air cleaner/filter. readings) is important to maintaining Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the proper fluid level.
  • Page 357 Vehicle Care 10-15 Replacing the Engine Air WARNING Cleaner/Filter Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires.
  • Page 358: Cooling System

    10-16 Vehicle Care Cooling System Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature The cooling system allows the engine, heater core, or radiator An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct corrosion. In addition, the engine under the hood can start up even working temperature.
  • Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-17 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or drinkable water and DEX-COOL additives are used in the vehicle coolant. If using this mixture, cooling system, the vehicle could WARNING nothing else needs to be added. be damaged.
  • Page 360 10-18 Vehicle Care boiling, do not do anything else until The coolant level should be at or WARNING it cools down. If coolant is visible above the FULL COLD mark. If it is but the coolant level is not at or not, the vehicle may have a leak in An electric engine cooling fan above the FULL COLD mark, add a...
  • Page 361 Vehicle Care 10-19 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with 4.
  • Page 362: Engine Overheating

    10-20 Vehicle Care 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be In addition, ENGINE OVERHEATED Then check to see if the engine sure the pressure cap is STOP ENGINE, ENGINE cooling fans are running. If the hand-tight and fully seated. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and engine is overheating, both fans a ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED should be running.
  • Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-21 Idles for long periods in traffic. If Steam Is Coming from the WARNING (Continued) Engine Compartment Tows a trailer. See Trailer Towing on page 9 61. See Overheated Engine WARNING If the ENGINE OVERHEATED Protection Operating Mode on STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE page 10 22 for information on Steam from an overheated engine...
  • Page 364: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode

    10-22 Vehicle Care If the temperature overheat gauge Overheated Engine Engine Fan is no longer in the overheat zone or Protection The vehicle has electric cooling an overheat warning no longer Operating Mode fans. The fans spinning at low displays, the vehicle can be driven. speed during most everyday driving Continue to drive the vehicle slowly If an overheated engine condition...
  • Page 365: Power Steering Fluid

    Vehicle Care 10-23 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering What to Use Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Notice: Extremely small amounts Lubricants on page 11 12. Always of contamination can cause use the proper fluid.
  • Page 366: Brakes

    10-24 Vehicle Care Adding Washer Fluid Notice Brakes When using concentrated The vehicle has a low washer fluid This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc washer fluid, follow the message on the DIC that comes brake pads have built-in wear manufacturer's instructions on when the washer fluid is low.
  • Page 367: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care 10-25 Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment Brake Fluid can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, applied. This does not mean the brakes adjust for wear.
  • Page 368 10-26 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule After work is done on the brake Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the hydraulic system, make sure the If fluid is added when the linings brake fluid.
  • Page 369: Battery

    Vehicle Care 10-27 Notice Extended Storage: Remove the WARNING black, negative ( ) cable from the Using the wrong fluid battery or use a battery trickle can badly damage brake Battery posts, terminals, and charger. hydraulic system parts. For related accessories contain lead example, just a few drops of and lead compounds, chemicals All-Wheel Drive...
  • Page 370: Front Axle

    10-28 Vehicle Care Front Axle A. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug When to Check and Change Lubricant When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the It is not necessary to regularly level from 0 mm (0 in) to 3.2 mm check front axle fluid unless there is (1/8 in) below the fill plug hole.
  • Page 371: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care 10-29 All axle assemblies are filled by How to Check Lubricant What to Use volume of fluid during production. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule They are not filled to reach a certain to determine what kind of lubricant level.
  • Page 372: Function Check

    10-30 Vehicle Care The ignition should turn to Do not use the accelerator 1. Before starting this check, be LOCK/OFF only when the shift pedal, and be ready to turn off sure there is enough room lever is in P (Park). the engine immediately if it around the vehicle.
  • Page 373: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle Care 10-31 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Windshield wiper blades should be your foot on the regular brake, set inspected for wear or cracking. See the parking brake. Maintenance Schedule on To check the parking brake's page 11 3.
  • Page 374: Headlamp Aiming

    10-32 Vehicle Care Have all four tires on a level Headlamp Aiming To adjust the vertical aim: surface which is level all the way 1. Open the hood. See Hood on to the wall or other flat surface. The vehicle has a visual optical page 10 4 for more information.
  • Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-33 6. Turn on the low-beam 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw headlamps and place a piece of until the headlamp beam is cardboard or equivalent in front aimed to the horizontal tape line. of the headlamp not being Turn it clockwise or adjusted.
  • Page 376: Bulb Replacement

    10-34 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement notice that the beam is a slightly 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate different shade than it was originally. on page 2 15 for more For the proper type of replacement This is normal. information. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Taillamps, Turn Signal, page 10 35.
  • Page 377: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care 10-35 6. Press a new bulb into the bulb 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the Electrical System socket. socket. 7. Reinstall the socket into the 3. Install the new bulb into the Electrical System taillamp assembly by turning the socket.
  • Page 378: Fuses And Circuit

    10-36 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses, circuit...
  • Page 379 Vehicle Care 10-37 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 380 10-38 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Oxygen Sensors Passenger Side features shown. Low-Beam Fuses Usage Antilock Brake Headlamp System 2 Right Trailer Air Conditioning Stop/Turn Lamp Trailer Back-up Compressor Lamps...
  • Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-39 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Driver Side Park Key Ignition Airbag System Lamps System, Theft (Battery) Deterrent System Passenger Side Instrument Panel Park Lamps Windshield Wiper Cluster Fog Lamps SEO B2 Upfitter Not Used Usage (Battery) Horn Auxiliary Climate Electric Adjustable...
  • Page 382 10-40 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Automatic Level Cooling Fan High FAN HI Control Starter Speed Compressor Relay Stud 2 Cooling Fan Low FAN LO Climate Controls (Trailer Brakes) Speed (Ignition) Left Bussed Cooling Fan FAN CNTRL Engine Control Electrical Center 1 Control...
  • Page 383: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-41 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Pull off the cover to access the fuse Steering Wheel features shown.
  • Page 384 10-42 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Body Control Driver Seat Module, Signal, Stoplamp Module (BCM) Remote Keyless Entry System Instrument Panel Accessory Power Back Lighting Outlets Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Passenger Side Turn Interior Lamps Signal, Stoplamp Power Door Lock 1...
  • Page 385: Block

    Vehicle Care 10-43 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Harness Circuit Block Connector Usage Breaker Usage The center instrument panel fuse Body Harness Passenger Side BODY 2 block is located underneath the Connector 2 Power Window Circuit instrument panel, to the left of the Breaker Body Harness steering column.
  • Page 386: Wheels And Tires

    10-44 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
  • Page 387: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Vehicle Care 10-45 The low profile, wide tread Tire Sidewall Labeling (B) TPC Spec (Tire design is not recommended for Performance Criteria Useful information about a tire is off road driving. See Off-Road Specification) Original molded into the sidewall. The Driving on page 9 6, for equipment tires designed to example shows a typical...
  • Page 388: Tire Designations

    10-46 Vehicle Care manufactured. The TIN is Tire Designations (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit molded onto both sides of the number that indicates the tire Tire Size tire, although only one side may height-to-width measurements. have the date of manufacture. For example, if the tire size The example shows a typical aspect ratio is 75, as shown in...
  • Page 389: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care 10-47 is certified to carry. The speed Belt A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, rating is the maximum speed a cords that is located between and coolant, but without tire is certified to carry a load. the plies and the tread.
  • Page 390 10-48 Vehicle Care GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Maximum Load Rating model name molding that is Rating for the rear axle. See load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same Vehicle Load Limits on maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall page 9 16.
  • Page 391: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care 10-49 Sidewall The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, recommended inflation between the tread and the bead. and treadwear. Ratings are pressure. See Tire and Loading determined by tire Information Label under Vehicle Speed Rating manufacturers using Load Limits on page 9 16.
  • Page 392 10-50 Vehicle Care Overinflated tires, or tires that vehicle handling and ride Remove the valve cap from the have too much air, can comfort. Never load the vehicle tire valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to result in: with more weight than it was designed to carry.
  • Page 393: Tire Pressure Monitor System

    Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P265/65R18 or the inflation pressure recommended P285/45R22 size tires require by the vehicle manufacturer on the High-Speed Operation inflation pressure adjustment when vehicle placard or tire inflation driving the vehicle at speeds of pressure label.
  • Page 394: Operation

    10-52 Vehicle Care Please note that the TPMS is not a of reasons, including the installation Tire Pressure Monitor substitute for proper tire of replacement or alternate tires or Operation maintenance, and it is the driver's wheels on the vehicle that prevent responsibility to maintain correct tire the TPMS from functioning properly.
  • Page 395 Vehicle Care 10-53 If the warning light comes on, stop A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and as soon as possible and inflate the shows the size of the original Message tires to the recommended pressure equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly shown on the Tire and Loading inflation pressure for the tires when...
  • Page 396 10-54 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 397: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 10-55 The tire has a bump, bulge, 4. Start with the driver side 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. or split. front tire. 10. Set all four tires to the The tire has a puncture, cut, 5. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure the tire sidewall, near the valve level as indicated on the Tire...
  • Page 398: Tires

    10-56 Vehicle Care See When It Is Time for New See Tire Pressure on WARNING (Continued) Tires on page 10 56 and Wheel page 10 49 and Vehicle Load Replacement on page 10 61. Limits on page 9 16. In an emergency, a cloth or a Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor paper towel can be used;...
  • Page 399: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care 10-57 including temperatures, loading Buying New Tires conditions, and inflation pressure GM has developed and matched maintenance affect how fast aging specific tires for the vehicle. The takes place. Tires will typically original equipment tires installed need to be replaced due to wear were designed to meet General before they may need to be Motors Tire Performance Criteria...
  • Page 400 10-58 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the WARNING WARNING tires at the same time. Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to Using bias-ply tires on the Mixing tires of different sizes, maintain the performance of the brands, or types may cause loss vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle.
  • Page 401: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care 10-59 The Tire and Loading Information Uniform Tire Quality WARNING label indicates the original Grading equipment tires on the vehicle. See If different sized wheels are used, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 16 Quality grades can be found there may not be an acceptable for the label location and more where applicable on the tire...
  • Page 402 10-60 Vehicle Care The Uniform Tire Quality Treadwear controlled conditions on Grading (UTQG) system does specified government test The treadwear grade is a surfaces of asphalt and not apply to deep tread, comparative rating based on the winter-type snow tires, concrete.
  • Page 403: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-61 to sudden tire failure. The grade will not be necessary on a regular Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel basis. However, check the nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor C corresponds to a level of alignment if there is unusual tire System (TPMS) sensors with new performance which all wear or if the vehicle is pulling to...
  • Page 404: Tire Chains

    10-62 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels the accelerator pedal and grip the WARNING (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then WARNING control and a crash. Use another gently brake to a stop, well off the type of traction device only if its road, if possible.
  • Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-63 if possible. Turn on the hazard WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 7. 5. Place wheel blocks on both Have your dealer or an authorized sides of the tire at the tire service center repair or WARNING opposite corner of the tire...
  • Page 406: Tire Changing

    10-64 Vehicle Care Tire Changing 3. Turn the wing nut (C) counterclockwise to remove the Removing the Spare Tire and wheel blocks (A) attached to the Tools jack (E). Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in The jack and the wheel blocks are previously in this section.
  • Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-65 To access the spare tire: H. Wheel Wrench Jack Handle Extension(s) Spare Tire Lock 1. Open the hoist shaft access cover on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (J). 2. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and pull it straight out.
  • Page 408 10-66 Vehicle Care Continue to turn the wheel tilt the retainer and pull it through wrench until the spare tire can the center of the wheel along be pulled out from under the with the cable and guide pin. vehicle. 8.
  • Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-67 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 62 for more information. Jacking Locations (Overall View) 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the A.
  • Page 410 10-68 Vehicle Care WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 411 Vehicle Care 10-69 WARNING (Continued) WARNING In an emergency, a cloth or a Never use oil or grease on bolts paper towel can be used; or nuts because the nuts might however, use a scraper or wire come loose. The vehicle's wheel brush later to remove all rust could fall off, causing a crash.
  • Page 412 10-70 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire WARNING and Tools Wheel nuts that are improperly or WARNING incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or Storing a jack, a tire, or other come off. The wheel nuts should equipment in the passenger be tightened with a torque wrench compartment of the vehicle could...
  • Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-71 H. Wheel Wrench Jack Handle Extension(s) Spare Tire Lock 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening.
  • Page 414 10-72 Vehicle Care 6. Raise the tire fully against the 8. Reinstall the spare tire lock. underside of the vehicle by 9. Close the hoist shaft access turning the wheel wrench cover. clockwise until you hear two To store the tools: clicks or feel it skip twice.
  • Page 415: Secondary Latch System

    Vehicle Care 10-73 Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the secondary latch: wrench counterclockwise three This vehicle has an or four turns. underbody-mounted tire hoist 4. Repeat this procedure at least assembly equipped with a two times.
  • Page 416 10-74 Vehicle Care A. Jack 8. Attach the jack handle, 9. Position the center lift point of extension, and wheel wrench to the jack under the center of the B. Wheel Blocks the jack and place it (with the spare tire. 7.
  • Page 417: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 10-75 12. Lower the jack by turning If the spare tire is hanging from over time. Check the inflation the wheel wrench the cable, insert the hoist end pressure regularly. See Tire counterclockwise. Keep of extension, and wheel Pressure on page 10 49 and lowering the jack until the wrench into the hoist shaft hole...
  • Page 418: Jump Starting

    10-76 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough could result in costly damage to so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the the vehicle that would not be but be sure the vehicles are vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
  • Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-77 Notice: If any accessories are left 4. Open the hood on the other on or plugged in during the jump vehicle and locate the starting procedure, they could be positive (+) and negative ( ) damaged. The repairs would not terminal locations on that be covered by the vehicle vehicle.
  • Page 420 10-78 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING An electric fan can start up even Fans or other moving engine Be sure the battery has enough when the engine is not running parts can injure you badly. Keep water. You do not need to add and can injure you.
  • Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-79 Do not connect positive (+) to 7. Do not let the other end touch 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the negative ( ) cable to the remote short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the negative ( ) terminal, on the...
  • Page 422: Towing The Vehicle

    10-80 Vehicle Care To disconnect the jumper cables Towing from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle negative ( ) cable from the Notice: To avoid damage, the vehicle that had the bad battery. disabled vehicle should be towed 2.
  • Page 423: Recreational Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 10-81 Recreational Vehicle Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing Towing All-Wheel Drive Vehicles Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing.
  • Page 424: Appearance Care

    10-82 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high sap, bird droppings, chemicals from pressure washes closer than industrial chimneys, etc., can 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the damage the vehicle's finish if they Exterior Care vehicle. Use of power washers remain on painted surfaces.
  • Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-83 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Parts Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Regularly clean bright metal parts with glass cleaner. clean the tires. with water or chrome polish on Clean rubber blades using lint-free Notice: Using petroleum-based chrome or stainless steel trim,...
  • Page 426 10-84 Vehicle Care Keep the wheels clean using a soft, automatic car wash that uses Underbody Maintenance clean cloth with mild soap and silicone carbide tire cleaning Use plain water to flush dirt and water. Rinse with clean water. After brushes.
  • Page 427: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care 10-85 Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove...
  • Page 428 10-86 Vehicle Care For solid soils, remove as much Interior Glass 5. If the soil is not completely as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, use a mild soap To clean, use a terry cloth fabric solution followed only by club To clean: dampened with water.
  • Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-87 Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Wood Panels gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces Use a clean cloth moistened in panel. Reflected glare can decrease warm, soapy water (use mild dish Use a soft microfiber cloth visibility through the windshield washing soap).
  • Page 430: Floor Mats

    10-88 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended is not properly installed, it can that GM certified floor mats be interfere with the pedals.
  • Page 431: Service And Maintenance

    General Information ..11-1 and Care ....11-9 expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care inadequate maintenance. It may Recommended Fluids,...
  • Page 432 11-2 Service and Maintenance Your dealer recognizes the Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services importance of providing vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: competitively priced maintenance There may need to be more Mainly driven in hilly or and repair services.
  • Page 433: Maintenance Schedule

    10 23. Cadillac requires that all Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance services be performed by a Cadillac authorized service dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 434 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and blades for wear, cracking, Required Services When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL or contamination. See Exterior Every 12 000 km/7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the Care on page 10 82. Replace engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for worn or damaged wiper blades.
  • Page 435 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Visually inspect steering, Check starter switch. See Starter Check accelerator pedal for suspension, and chassis Switch Check on page 10 29. damage, high effort, or binding. components for damaged, loose, Replace if needed. Check automatic transmission or missing parts or signs of shift lock control function.
  • Page 436 11-6 Service and Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 437 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Normal pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Check all fuel and vapor lines case fluid.
  • Page 438 11-8 Service and Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 439 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
  • Page 440 11-10 Service and Maintenance Signs of brake wear may include Battery With a multi point inspection, your chirping, grinding, or squealing dealer can inspect the hoses and The battery supplies power to start noises, or difficulty stopping. advise if replacement is needed. the engine and operate any Trained dealer technicians have additional electrical accessories.
  • Page 441 Service and Maintenance 11-11 As part of the multi point Vehicle Care Windshield inspection, trained dealer To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the technicians can visually inspect new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield the shocks and struts for signs available from your dealer.
  • Page 442: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    11-12 Service and Maintenance 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 Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade.
  • Page 443 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345879, in Front Axle Propshaft Spline Canada 10953511). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood Hinges Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
  • Page 444: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    11-14 Service and Maintenance 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 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12621258 41-110 Wiper Blades...
  • Page 445: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 446 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 447 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 448 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 449: 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 450: 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 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the Air Conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
  • Page 451 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 Automatic 1.01 mm (0.040 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 452 12-4 Technical Data NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 453: Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)

    Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
  • Page 454 U.S. Owners: Center at 1 800 458 8006. In Both General Motors and your You may contact the BBB Auto Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making Line Program using the toll-free Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied telephone number or write them at 1-888-446-2000.
  • Page 455 Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
  • Page 456: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)

    Explain your case to your dealer Phone number assistance. However, if a customer service agent, service manager, wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, Model year dealer sales agent, or sales the letter should be addressed to: manager, depending on your case.
  • Page 457 Canada United States and Canada Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 General Motors of Canada Limited Col. Granada 1-866-466-8195 Canadian Cadillac Customer Care C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F. Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Costa Rica 01-800-466-0805 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0805...
  • Page 458: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)

    OnStar and GM Cardmember and who use Text Telephones My Dealers: Save details such Services Earnings summaries. (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment as address and phone number available at its Customer Assistance Other Helpful Links: for each of your preferred GM Center.
  • Page 459: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program

    When calling Roadside Service, New Vehicle Limited Warranty. have the following information For more information on the limited Cadillac and General Motors of ready: offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or Canada Limited reserve the right to call the GM Mobility Assistance...
  • Page 460 It provides every responsibility for the repair or same type of claim is made many Cadillac owner in the United States replacement of the tire if it is not times. with the advantage of contacting a covered by the warranty.
  • Page 461 Customer Information 13-9 Trip Routing Service: Limit of Services Not Included in Roadside Service six requests per year. Roadside Service (Mexico) Trip Interruption Benefits and Impound towing caused by As a new owner, your vehicle is Service: Pre-authorization, violation of any laws. automatically enrolled in the original detailed receipts, and a Roadside Assistance program.
  • Page 462 *Emergency Messages: renewal of this program at the end Roadside Assistance is limited Transmission of urgent phone of its term, contact the Cadillac to moving the vehicle to the messages. Customer Assistance Center at nearest dealer. If you would like *Emergency Calls: Call for 01-800-466-0805.
  • Page 463 Once the dealer has with a carrying capacity greater Cadillac dealership to repair the reported that the vehicle has than 3.5 tons. vehicle the same day, requiring been repaired, Roadside...
  • Page 464 Assistance program. For more caused by external forces. information, see your new vehicle Cadillac reserves the right to make warranty. Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, any changes or discontinue the armed forces or police actions...
  • Page 465: Scheduling Service Appointments

    Customer Information 13-13 Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, (U.S. and Canada) (U.S. and Canada) if you are unable to wait, GM helps When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by service, contact your dealer and...
  • Page 466: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)

    13-14 Customer Information original receipts and can only be up insurance coverage, credit card, Collision Damage Repair to the maximum amount allowed by etc. You are responsible for fuel (U.S. and Canada) GM for shuttle service. In addition, usage charges and may also be for U.S.
  • Page 467 Customer Information 13-15 Recycled original equipment parts collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Many insurance policies provide may also be used for repair. These covered by the GM New Vehicle reduced protection to the GM parts are typically removed from Limited Warranty, and any vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for vehicles that were total losses in failure related to such parts is not...
  • Page 468 13-16 Customer Information Vehicle Identification If a Crash Occurs original GM parts. Remember, Number (VIN). recycled parts will not be covered by If there has been an injury, call the GM vehicle warranty. Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not number.
  • Page 469: Service Publications Canada)

    Customer Information 13-17 Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current Service Manuals to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle.
  • Page 470: Reporting Safety Defects

    13-18 Customer Information Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
  • Page 471: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors

    The Center For example, the vehicle uses EDR is designed to record data Cadillac Motor Car Division computer modules to monitor and related to vehicle dynamics and P.O. Box 33169 control engine and transmission...
  • Page 472: Navigation System

    13-20 Customer Information ® This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or OnStar understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with an in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, active OnStar system, that system if the vehicle is leased, with the...
  • Page 473: Identification (Rfid)

    Customer Information 13-21 Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC) connection with conveniences such...
  • Page 474 13-22 Customer Information NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 475: Onstar Overview

    OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
  • Page 476: Onstar Services

    14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available OnStar navigation requires the 24/7 to: Emergency Directions and Connections Get help for an emergency. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Be a Good Samaritan or the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or...
  • Page 477 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers Cancel Route OnStar ready, then a tone. to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
  • Page 478 14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also OnStar ready.
  • Page 479 OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will 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 Push to request account transfer...
  • Page 480 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 21 for information OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Page 481 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
  • Page 482 14-8 OnStar Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Message The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle. Do not add any electrical or the cellular network has reached equipment.
  • Page 483 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-82 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-25 Interior .
  • Page 484 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo High Intensity Discharge Area ......4-2 Battery ..... . . 10-27 (HID) Lighting .
  • Page 485 INDEX ® Cleaning Cruise Control ....9-43 Diagnostics, OnStar ..14-5 Exterior Care ....10-82 Light .
  • Page 486 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine Event Data Recorders ..13-19 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-16 Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-14 Extender, Safety Belt .
  • Page 487 INDEX Front Fog Lamp Fuses General Information Light ......5-22 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Front Seats Fuse Block .
  • Page 488 INDEX Heated Instrument Panel Lamps (cont'd) Steering Wheel ....5-4 Storage Area ....4-1 Malfunction Indicator .
  • Page 489: Recommended Fluids

    INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Front Fog Lamp ....5-22 Fuel System ....5-31 Maintenance Key and Lock .
  • Page 490 INDEX ® OnStar Parking Additional Information ..14-5 Assist, Ultrasonic ... . .9-45 Navigation Connections ....14-4 Brake .
  • Page 491 INDEX Pregnancy, Using Safety Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Replacement Belts ......3-17 System ..... . . 7-40 Glass .
  • Page 492 i-10 INDEX Roof Satellite Radio ....7-16 Service (cont'd) Sunroof ..... . .2-25 Scheduling Appointments .
  • Page 493 INDEX i-11 Steering ......9-4 Tires (cont'd) Fluid, Power ....10-23 Sidewall Labeling .
  • Page 494 i-12 INDEX Trailer Towing ....9-61 Transmission Vehicle Warning Automatic .....9-31 Canadian Owners .

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