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2012 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

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

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

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

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

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

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-26

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-36

I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-38

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-47

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-67

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-36

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

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Page 1 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Instruments and Controls ..5-1 Manual Transmission .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual Additional Maintenance and Care ....11-8 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ..11-12 Maintenance Records .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Motors of Canada Limited for P.O.
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: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fog Lamps Here are some additional symbols : Fuel Gauge that may be found on the vehicle : Fuses and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Headlamp High/Low-Beam the Index. Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child...
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 Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9 Performance and Maintenance Mirror Adjustment ... . . 1-9 Traction Control Steering Wheel System (TCS) ....1-17 ®...
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 3. G. Parking Brake on page 9 45. Initial Drive B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. H. Data Link Connector (DLC) Information See Turn and Lane-Change (Out of View). See Malfunction Signals on page 6 4. Indicator Lamp on page 5 13.
Page 10: Door Locks
In Brief Remote Keyless Entry Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Driver (RKE) System Information Center (DIC) on page 5 20. The RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 9 m See Keys on page 2 2 and Remote (30 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 11 In Brief Power Door Locks Safety Locks (Crew Cab) Tailgate If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks on the rear doors. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside. Vehicles with power door locks, the Open the tailgate by pulling up on switches are located on the front...
Page 12 In Brief Windows Power Windows Express-Down Window Windows with an express-down Manual Windows feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the first position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down.
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment Power Seats Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback. Manual Seats See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 4 for more information. Power Lumbar To adjust a power seat, if available: Move the seat forward or To adjust a manual seat: rearward by sliding the control...
Page 14: Heated Seats
In Brief Heated Seats Head Restraint Safety Belts Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
Page 15: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver United States airbags are not affected by this. If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger...
Page 16 1-10 In Brief To adjust the power mirrors: Vehicles with manual outside Interior Mirror mirrors can be adjusted by pressing 1. Move the selector switch to the On vehicles with a manual inside the mirror up and down and left and L (left) or R (right) to choose the rearview mirror, the mirror can be right so that you can see a clear...
Page 17: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment Press the lens on the lamps to turn Dome Lamps each reading lamp on or off. The dome lamps come on when any These lamps will not come on with door is opened.
Page 18: Exterior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Exterior Lighting For more information, see: Windshield Wiper/Washer Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6 3. Automatic Headlamp System on page 6 3. Fog Lamps on page 6 5. Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 6 5.
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 N: For adjustable interval wipes, Climate Controls turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 6: For slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings. 1: For fast wipes, turn the band to the second solid position past the delay settings.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Four-Wheel Drive N (Neutral): Use the N (Neutral) WARNING position only when towing the Four-wheel drive sends engine vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Shifting the transfer case to power to all four wheels for extra Towing on page 10 91. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle traction.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Vehicle Features TUNE : Turn to select radio stations. Radio(s) SEEK : Press to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there. For more information about these and other radio features, see Infotainment on page 7 1. Setting Preset Stations Radio stations are stored as presets.
Page 22: Satellite Radio
1-16 In Brief Setting the Clock Satellite Radio Cruise Control To set the time and date for the XM is a satellite radio service based radio with CD (MP3/WMA): in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. Press and hold the HR button until XM satellite radio has a wide variety the correct hour displays.
Page 23: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-17 Driver Information Power Outlets Performance and Center (DIC) Maintenance The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, The DIC is located on the such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Traction Control instrument panel cluster.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief ® StabiliTrak System Tire Pressure Monitor During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear The StabiliTrak system assists with This vehicle may have a Tire when the vehicle is first started and directional control of the vehicle in Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 25: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use As the owner of a new Chevrolet, See Engine Oil Life System on cruise control. you are automatically enrolled in the page 10 12.
Page 26 Sign up today at: Roadside Assistance, Turn by Turn you need help. U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on Navigation, and Hands Free Calling Owners, then Manage My are available on most vehicles. Not Chevrolet/Owners Login ) all OnStar services are available on all vehicles.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit service provider has coverage, to important parts of your vehicle in www.onstar.com (U.S.) or network capacity, reception, and a crash, or wireless phone network www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact technology compatible with OnStar's congestion or jamming.
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 Rear Doors ....2-7 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-15 Windows Tailgate .
Page 30: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If locked out of your vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Keys and Canada) on page 13 8 or Roadside Assistance Program WARNING (Mexico) on page 13 10. With an active OnStar subscription, Leaving children in a vehicle with an OnStar Advisor may remotely...
Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE Remote Keyless Entry operating range: (RKE) System Operation Check the distance. The Vehicles with Remote Keyless transmitter may be too far from Entry (RKE), transmitter functions the vehicle. work up to 9 m (30 ft) away from the Check the location.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows LOCK: Press to lock all the doors. Programming Transmitters to To replace the battery: The parking lamps may flash and the Vehicle the horn may sound. Only RKE transmitters programmed If a door is open or ajar when LOCK to the vehicle will work.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks To lock or unlock the door from the WARNING (Continued) outside, use the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the WARNING Young children who get into LOCK or UNLOCK button on the unlocked vehicles may be Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Unlocked doors can be...
Page 34: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection If the vehicle has power door locks If the vehicle has power door locks, and the remote keyless entry this feature protects you from system, it has an automatic lock/ locking the key in the vehicle when unlock feature.
Page 35: Rear Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a rear door when the safety Doors lock is on, unlock the door and open the door from the outside. Rear Doors To disengage the safety locks: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Tailgate Tailgate Removal To remove the tailgate: WARNING 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate It is extremely dangerous to ride assembly. on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle...
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. With the tailgate partially down, 3. Slide the lower end fitting onto lift up on the passenger side and the top bolt. The tailgate will now pull the tailgate toward you, then stay in the partially opened move the tailgate to the right to position.
Page 38: Vehicle Security
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security If the LOCK button on the RKE remember that you can start your transmitter is pressed, but a door is vehicle with the correct ignition key This vehicle has theft-deterrent open, the horn will chirp six times. if the alarm has been set off.
Page 39: Canada Only
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Testing the Alarm Immobilizer The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit To test the alarm: See Radio Frequency Statement on in the vehicle. Only the correct key page 13 22 for information 1.
Page 40 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows It is possible for the theft-deterrent 3. After the engine has started, turn If the security light comes on and system decoder to learn the the key to LOCK/OFF, and stays on while driving, the engine transponder value of a new or remove the key.
Page 41: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer Operation If the engine does not start after Exterior Mirrors three tries, the vehicle needs (Passlock U.S. Only) service. Convex Mirrors ® Passlock is a passive If the engine is running and the theft-deterrent system that enables security light comes on, the engine WARNING fuel if the vehicle is started with a...
Page 42: Power Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors 3. Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors Adjust the mirrors by pressing the are adjusted. mirror up and down and left and If the mirror begins making a right so you can see a clear view ratcheting sound, the mirror has behind you.
Page 43: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming AUTO/ (On/Off): Press Rearview Mirror and hold AUTO/ for about Manual Rearview Mirror three seconds or depending on the The vehicle may have an automatic mirror, press to turn automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Adjust this mirror for a clear view of dimming on or off.
Page 44 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows It is normal under certain conditions Windows for the temperature update to be delayed. If an incorrect temperature WARNING displays for an extended period, see your dealer. Leaving children, helpless adults, Cleaning the Mirror or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.
Page 45: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Manual Windows Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down Window Window Lockout (Crew Cab) Press to activate the rear window lockout switch. The red Windows with an express-down line (A) will not be visible when feature allow the window to be activated. lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch.
Page 47: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Rear Windows Sun Visors Sliding Rear Window Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available.
Page 48 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 49 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..3-19 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ... . . 3-19 Older Children ....3-35 Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Infants and Young...
Page 50: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints On some crew cab models, the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can...
Page 51: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a To adjust the seat: pedal when you do not want to.
Page 52: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see Power Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 4. WARNING Lumbar Adjustment Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be Manual Lumbar dangerous.
Page 53 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 54: Seatback Latches
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Seatback Latches position: The vehicle may have front 1. Lift the lever fully without seatbacks that fold forward for easy applying pressure to the access to the rear seats or the seatback, and the seatback will storage area behind the seats.
Page 55: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats WARNING WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden If you cannot feel temperature stop or crash. That could cause change or pain to the skin, the injury to the person sitting there. seat heater may cause burns Always push and pull on the even at low temperatures.
Page 56: Rear Seats Rear Seats (Extended Cab)
Seats and Restraints This feature will heat the cushion Rear Seats The rear seat storage compartments and back of the seats. must be closed before folding the seat down. See Rear Storage on Press the top of the switch for Rear Seats page 4 2.
Page 57: Rear Seats (Crew Cab)
Seats and Restraints To store the seat: To fold a rear seatback: 1. Secure the safety belt buckle to the inboard side of the seat with the hook and loop fastener (A), so that it does not move when not in use. 2.
Page 58 3-10 Seats and Restraints To return a seatback to the upright 3. Reconnect the center safety belt WARNING position: latch plate to the mini-buckle. Make sure the safety belt is not 1. Lift the seatback up and push it A safety belt that is improperly twisted.
Page 59: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts in a cargo area, inside or outside properly. It also describes some of a vehicle.
Page 60: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints When you wear a safety belt, you Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why How to Wear Safety Belts and the vehicle slow down together. should I have to wear safety Properly There is more time to stop because belts? you stop over a longer distance and, This section is only for people of...
Page 61: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Wear the lap part of the belt low There are important things to know WARNING (Continued) and snug on the hips, just about wearing a safety belt properly. touching the thighs. In a crash, Never wear the shoulder belt this applies force to the strong under both arms or behind pelvic bones and you would be...
Page 62 3-14 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt the belt across you. Do not let it height adjuster, move it to the get twisted. height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The lap-shoulder belt may lock if later in this section for...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating position. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck.
Page 64 3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt This vehicle has safety belt comfort for older children who have pretensioners for front outboard outgrown booster seats and for occupants. Although the safety belt some adults.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-17 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 66: Safety Belt Use During
3-18 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 67: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Safety Belt Extender from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten safety belts may not protect you in a around you, you should use it. crash.
Page 68: Replacing Safety Belt System
3-20 Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-21 With roof-rail airbags, the word WARNING (Continued) WARNING AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim. crashes safety belts are your only Airbags inflate with great force, Airbags are designed to supplement restraint. See When Should an faster than the blink of an eye.
Page 70: Where Are The Airbags
3-22 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? WARNING Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus There is an airbag readiness light lap-shoulder belts offer protection on the instrument panel, which for adults and older children, but shows the airbag symbol.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-23 WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear.
Page 72: When Should An Airbag
3-24 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear Inflate? example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary Your vehicle has seat position inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
Page 73: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Your vehicle may or may not have What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System Inflate? Restrain? on page 3 20. Roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or severe side crashes.
Page 74: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
3-26 Seats and Restraints Airbags should never be regarded door lock. The interior lamps and WARNING as anything more than a supplement hazard warning flashers will to safety belts. deactivate after approximately When an airbag inflates, there 15 minutes. may be dust in the air. This dust What Will You See after could cause breathing problems WARNING...
Page 75: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Let only qualified technicians Additional windshield breakage may work on the airbag system. also occur from the right front Improper service can mean that passenger airbag. the airbag system will not work Airbags are designed to inflate properly.
Page 76 3-28 Seats and Restraints 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. passenger airbag inflates and the conditions.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-29 The right front passenger seat is If your vehicle does not have a rear For some children who have occupied by a smaller person, seat that will accommodate a outgrown child restraints and for such as a child who has rear-facing child restraint, a very small adults, the passenger outgrown child restraints.
Page 78 3-30 Seats and Restraints If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child 6. Restart the vehicle. restraint and restarting the Child Restraint If the on indicator is still lit, vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in the child If a child restraint has been installed turn the vehicle off.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-31 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an system to detect that person and Additional Factors Affecting enable the right front passenger Adult Size Occupant System Operation frontal airbag: Safety belts help keep the 1. Turn the vehicle off. passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and 2.
Page 80: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-32 Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Servicing the WARNING such as a blanket or cushion, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle or aftermarket equipment such as For up to 10 seconds after the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Airbags affect how the vehicle vehicle is turned off and the massagers can affect how well should be serviced.
Page 81: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Adding Equipment to the system may not operate properly Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and if the original seat trim is Canada) on page 13 4 or Airbag-Equipped Vehicle replaced with non-GM covers, Customer Satisfaction upholstery or trim, or with Procedure (Mexico) on Q: Is there anything I might add GM covers, upholstery or trim...
Page 82: Airbag System Check
3-34 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 83: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-35 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 84 3-36 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child might also slide under the lap restraint system or infant restraint belt. The belt force would then be system secured in a rear seating applied right on the abdomen.
Page 85: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs arms.
Page 86 3-38 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. When Never do this. purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in Children who are up against, a motor vehicle.
Page 87: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-39 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 88 3-40 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 89: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Children can be endangered in a In some areas of the United States Where to Put the crash if the child restraint is not and Canada, Certified Child Restraint properly secured in the vehicle. Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect According to accident statistics, When securing an add-on child...
Page 90 3-42 Seats and Restraints Never put a rear-facing child seat in WARNING (Continued) WARNING the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, Even if the passenger sensing A child in a child restraint in the if the airbag deploys.
Page 91: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-43 If a child in a forward-facing child Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and restraint must be transported in a child restraint and the size of the Tethers for Children vehicle that does not have rear child restraint, you may not be able (LATCH System) seats, the child restraint should be...
Page 92 3-44 Seats and Restraints In order to use the LATCH system in Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Your child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether To assist in locating the lower single tether (A) or a dual anchors, place your hand in a Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single palm-up position and reach up attachment (B) to secure the top between the seat cushion and the...
Page 94 3-46 Seats and Restraints To assist in locating the lower anchors, place your hand in a palm-up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback. Some top tether anchors have covers. To assist in locating the covered top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Regular and Extended Cab Regular and Extended Cab without Rear Seats (Front Bucket without Rear Seats (Front Seats) Bench Seat)
Page 96: System
3-48 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint WARNING position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System Do not attach more than one child that the top tether be attached, or if restraint to a single anchor.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Crew Cab Rear Seat Seats (Crew Cab) on WARNING page 3 8 or Rear Seats (Extended Cab) on Children can be seriously injured page 3 8. or strangled if a shoulder belt is 2.2. Route the top tether wrapped around their neck and according to your child the safety belt continues to...
Page 98 3-50 Seats and Restraints 2.4. Push rearward on the 3.1. Find the lower anchors for seatback until it locks into the desired seating its upright position. Push position. and pull on the seatback to 3.2. Attach and tighten the lower make sure it is secured attachments on the child properly.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Extended Cab Rear Seat 1.1. Find the lower anchors (D) 2. If the child restraint manufacturer for the desired seating recommends that the top tether position. be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether 1.2.
Page 100 3-52 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route the top tether (A) Right Front Seat Regular/ 2. If the child restraint through the loop (B) at the manufacturer's instructions Extended Cab without Rear top of the seatback to recommend that the top tether Seats attach the top tether to the be attached, attach and tighten...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2.3. 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 has an adjustable headrest has a fixed or adjustable or head restraint and you headrest or head restraint are using a single tether,...
Page 102: Parts After A Crash
3-54 Seats and Restraints Center Front Seat Regular/ Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Extended Cab without Rear Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) Seats When securing a child restraint in a For vehicles without rear seats, WARNING rear seating position, study the manufacturers are required to instructions that came with your provide top tether anchors for all...
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Do not secure a child restraint in a If you need to install more than one position without a top tether anchor child restraint in the rear seat, be if a national or local law requires sure to read Where to Put the that the top tether be anchored, or if Restraint on page 3 41.
Page 104 3-56 Seats and Restraints 7. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 43. 8. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back...
Page 105: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-57 Securing Child Restraints If the vehicle does not have rear WARNING seats, rear-facing child restraints (Center Front Seat should not be installed in the Position) A child in a child restraint in the vehicle, even if the passenger center front seat can be badly airbag is off.
Page 106 3-58 Seats and Restraints The lap belt would be used to 5. If the child restraint manufacturer secure a child restraint in this recommends using a top tether position, following the instructions anchor, attach the top tether on that came with the child restraint. the child restraint to the top tether anchor on the vehicle.
Page 107: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-59 7. Push the latch plate into the 10. Before placing a child in the Securing Child Restraints buckle until it clicks. Position the child restraint, make sure it is (Right Front Seat release button on the buckle so securely held in place.
Page 108 3-60 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, If the vehicle does not have a rear WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat in seat that will accommodate a the front. This is because the risk to rear-facing child restraint, a child Even if the passenger sensing the rear-facing child is so great,...
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-61 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. 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.
Page 110 3-62 Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See If a child restraint has been installed Lower Anchors and Tethers for and on indicator is lit, see If the On Children (LATCH System) on Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint page 3 43.
Page 111: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage For vehicles that are an extended cab or crew cab model, the vehicle Compartments also has two rear cupholders. On crew cab models, the cupholders Storage Compartments Glove Box are located at the front end of the Glove Box .
Page 112: Center Console Storage
Storage Rear Storage Extended cab models might have storage compartments under the rear seats. Lift the lid from the center area to To open a storage box, unhook the access the storage box. bottom and lift the latches on each Center Console Storage side of the storage box.
Page 113 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Trip Odometer ....5-8 Information Displays Tachometer ....5-8 Driver Information Controls Fuel Gauge .
Page 114: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls To adjust: Windshield Wiper/Washer 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull Steering Wheel the lever toward you. Adjustment 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Page 115: Compass
Instruments and Controls Move the band to one of the Windshield Washer Compass Calibration following positions: The compass may need WARNING (Mist): For a single wipe, move calibration if: the band to and then release it. CAL is displayed while driving in In freezing weather, do not use For several wipes, hold the band on the vehicle.
Page 116: Clock
Instruments and Controls The compass can be calibrated by Clock driving the vehicle in circles at AM-FM Radio 8 km/h (5 mph) or less until the display reads a direction. Press and hold HR until the correct hour displays. Press and hold MN Compass Variance until the correct minute displays.
Page 117: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls RDS time is broadcast once a Notice: Leaving electrical Notice: Hanging heavy minute. After tuning to an RDS equipment plugged in for an equipment from the power outlet broadcast station, it could take a extended period of time while the can cause damage not covered few minutes for the time to update.
Page 118: Ashtrays
Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly Gauges, and The vehicle may have a removable and even dangerous. ashtray and cigarette lighter. Indicators Chime Level Adjustment The ashtray is located in the center Warning lights and gauges can console area.
Page 119: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission 2.9L Shown, Metric, Manual Transmission, 3.7L and 5.3L Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 120: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The vehicle has a trip odometer that vehicle's speed in either kilometers indicates how far the vehicle has per hour (km/h) or miles per been driven since the trip odometer hour (mph).
Page 121: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant See Engine Overheating on owners ask about. None of these page 10 23 for more information. Temperature Gauge indicate a problem with the vehicle's Safety Belt Reminders fuel gauge: At the gas station, the gas pump Driver Safety Belt Reminder shuts off before the gauge...
Page 122: Airbag Readiness Light
5-10 Instruments and Controls This chime and light are repeated if Airbag Readiness Light the driver remains unbuckled and The system checks the airbag's the vehicle is in motion. If the driver electrical system for possible safety belt is already buckled, malfunctions.
Page 123: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Passenger Airbag Status WARNING Indicator If the airbag readiness light stays If the vehicle has one of the on after the vehicle is started or passenger airbag status indicators comes on while driving, it means pictured in the following illustrations, the airbag system might not be then the vehicle has a passenger United States...
Page 124: Charging System Light
5-12 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is If it does not, have the vehicle WARNING lit on the passenger airbag status serviced by your dealer. indicator, it means that the right The light should go out once the If the airbag readiness light ever front passenger frontal airbag is engine starts.
Page 125: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Malfunction Malfunctions often are indicated by vehicle warranty. This could also the system before any problem is result in a failure to pass a Indicator Lamp apparent. Being aware of the light required Emission Inspection/ can prevent more serious damage Maintenance test.
Page 126 5-14 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, stop Emissions Inspection and used. Poor fuel quality causes and park the vehicle. Turn the Maintenance Programs the engine not to run as vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, Some local governments may have efficiently as designed and may and restart the engine.
Page 127: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The vehicle may not pass If this has been done and the inspection if: vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II The malfunction indicator lamp is system readiness, your dealer on with the engine running, or if can prepare the vehicle for the light does not come on when inspection.
Page 128: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the light comes on while driving, Antilock Brake System If the ABS light stays on, turn the pull off the road and stop. The brake ignition off. If the light comes on (ABS) Warning Light pedal might be harder to push, or it while driving, stop as soon as it is might go closer to the floor.
Page 129: Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System The light flashes while the StabiliTrak system and TCS are ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light working to assist the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. If the StabiliTrak system and TCS light comes on and stays on while driving and a TRACTION FAULT or SERVICE STAB SYS message...
Page 130: Tire Pressure Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light A Driver Information Center (DIC) Engine Oil Pressure Light tire pressure message may also display. See Vehicle Messages on page 5 23 for more information. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 131: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Security Light Cruise Control Light maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible.
Page 132: Information Displays Driver Information
5-20 Instruments and Controls Information Displays such as the odometer and trip To reset the trip odometer, press odometer, engine oil life reset, and and hold the reset stem until the personalization features that are display returns to zero. Driver Information explained in the following Engine Oil Life System Center (DIC)
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Personalization Features 6. To exit the language selection, 4. Once the desired mode is shown momentarily press and release on the DIC display, briefly press Language the reset stem. All DIC the reset stem to set your messages will now display choice.
Page 134 5-22 Instruments and Controls Lock 2: On vehicles with an Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The following are the available Feedback automatic transmission, this mode modes: locks all of the doors when the This feature allows you to program RFA 1 (default): This mode flashes vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the parking lamps when you press...
Page 135: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Vehicle Messages The following are the possible Brake System Messages messages that can be displayed ABS (Antilock Brake System) Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. to notify the driver that the status of FAULT Battery Voltage and the vehicle has changed and that...
Page 136: Door Ajar Messages
5-24 Instruments and Controls FLUID Door Ajar Messages ENG (Engine) HOT This message displays if the brake This message displays when the DOORS fluid is low. Check the brake fluid as engine coolant temperature is hot. This message displays when one or soon as possible and have your Check the engine coolant more of the doors is ajar.
Page 137: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 the reset stem to acknowledge the LOW FUEL message and clear it from the This message displays when the oil This message displays if the level of display. pressure is low. See Engine Oil fuel in the vehicle is low. Also check Pressure Light on page 5 18 and the fuel gauge.
Page 138: Ride Control System
5-26 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System TRAC (Traction) OFF TRACTION FAULT Messages This message displays when the This message will display if there is Traction Control System (TCS) is a problem with the TCS. Have your SERVICE STAB (Stability) SYS turned off by pressing the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Page 139: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Tire Messages SERV (Service) TPM (Tire Transmission Messages Pressure Monitor) LOW TIRE SERV (Service) 4WD This message displays if a part on (Four-Wheel Drive) This message displays if a low tire the Tire Pressure Monitor System pressure is detected in any of the This message displays when there (TPMS) is not working properly.
Page 140 5-28 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 141: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the following: Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Sidemarker Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 Taillamps Exterior Lamps Off Parking Lamps Reminder .
Page 142: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass Reminder Low-Beam Changer This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a If a door is open, a reminder chime Headlamp High/Low Beam driver in front of you that you want sounds when the headlamps or Changer: Push the turn signal/ to pass.
Page 143: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running When it begins to get dark, the The vehicle has a light sensor headlamps will automatically switch located on the top of the instrument Lamps (DRL) from DRL to the regular headlamps. panel. Do not cover the sensor, or the system will be on whenever Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can The regular headlamp system...
Page 144: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change garage, the automatic headlamp Signals system will come on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it will take about 1 minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside.
Page 145: Fog Lamps
Lighting If after signaling a turn or a lane Fog Lamps Some localities have laws that change the arrows flash rapidly or require the headlamps to be on do not come on, a signal bulb may along with the fog lamps. be burned out.
Page 146: Interior Lighting
Lighting Press to turn the cargo lamps on Interior Lighting To manually turn on the dome and off. lamps, turn the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, all The dome lamps must be on for the Instrument Panel the way up.
Page 147: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features voltage move up or down. This is needed. It can temporarily reduce normal. If there is a problem, an the power demands of some alert will be displayed. accessories. Exit Lighting The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in The interior lamps will come on idle if the electrical loads are very...
Page 148 Lighting NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 149: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction WARNING System Infotainment Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a Determine which radio the vehicle crash resulting in injury or death has and read the following pages to Introduction to you or others. Do not give become familiar with its features.
Page 150: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Notice: The chime signals related Theft-Deterrent Feature road while driving, do the following to safety belts, parking brake, and ® TheftLock is designed to while the vehicle is parked: other functions of the vehicle discourage theft of the radio.
Page 151: Operation
Infotainment System Operation AM-FM Radio I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 152 Infotainment System (Volume): Turn to increase or to decrease the volume. DISPL (Display): When the ignition is turned off, press to display the time. For RDS, press the DISPL knob to change what displays while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY (program type), and the name of the program...
Page 153 Infotainment System AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) 2. Press and hold the Automatic volume automatically button to increase or to To adjust the bass or treble: adjusts the audio system to make decrease the tone. 1. Press and release the AUDIO up for road and wind noise while To adjust the bass or treble to the knob until BASS (bass) or TREB...
Page 154 Infotainment System AUTO EQ (Automatic To adjust the balance or fade to the Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Equalization): Press to select center position: To adjust the balance or fade: customized equalization settings 1. Press and release the 1. Press and release the designed for country/western, jazz, AUDIO button until BAL AUDIO knob until BAL (balance)
Page 155: Radio
Infotainment System Radio Messages Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Radio CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The AM-FM Radio audio system has been calibrated AM-FM Radio CAL (Calibration Error): The for the vehicle from the factory. audio system has been calibrated Finding a Station If CAL ERR displays it means that for the vehicle from the factory.
Page 156 Infotainment System To scan preset stations, press and Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Radio Data System (RDS) hold SEEK for more than BAND: Press to switch between The Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) has four seconds until two beeps sound. FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 an RDS system.
Page 157 Infotainment System This system relies upon receiving announcement. Alert The last message can be displayed specific information from these announcements cannot be by pressing the INFO button. The stations and only works when the turned off. last message stays on the display information is available.
Page 158 7-10 Infotainment System If TRAF displays, press the TRAF To cancel the seek, press the To turn alternate frequency off, button to turn off the traffic SEEK / TYPE button. This also exits press and hold BAND again for announcements. the program type seek mode and 2 seconds.
Page 159: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 3. Turn the P TYPE knob to select To program either radio: For more information, contact XM at a PTY. www.xmradio.com or call 1. Tune in the desired station. 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and 4. Press and hold one of the six 2.
Page 160 7-12 Infotainment System If the radio cannot find the desired To program either radio: SCAN : Press and hold for program type, NONE displays and more than two seconds, SCAN 1. Tune in the desired channel. the radio returns to the last tuned displays and the radio beeps once.
Page 161: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-13 No Signl: The system is No Info: No artist, song title, Radio ID: If this message is functioning correctly, but the vehicle category, or text information is received when tuned to channel 0, is in a location that is blocking the available at this time on this there could be a receiver fault.
Page 162: Fixed Mast Antenna
7-14 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Service Fixed Mast Antenna The range for most AM stations is XM Satellite Radio Service gives The fixed mast antenna can greater than for FM, especially at digital radio reception from withstand most car washes without night.
Page 163: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-15 Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot If the surface of a CD is soiled, take free of foreign materials, liquids, a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a and debris. clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral CD Player detergent solution mixed with water, If an error displays, see CD...
Page 164 7-16 Infotainment System The CD player can play the smaller 6 RDM (Random): Press to hear DISPL (Display): Press to see how 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an the tracks in random, rather than long the current track has been adapter ring.
Page 165 Infotainment System 7-17 Make sure to finalize the disc Playing an MP3/WMA Disc and navigate up to the maximum, when burning an MP3/WMA but all items over the maximum are MP3/WMA CD-R Disc Format disc, using multiple sessions. played. It is usually better to burn the If you burn your own MP3/WMA Root Directory disc all at once.
Page 166 7-18 Infotainment System No Folder Order of Play When play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show When the CD contains only Tracks are played in the following the new folder name unless you compressed files, the files are order: have chosen the folder mode as the located under the root folder.
Page 167 Infotainment System 7-19 Preprogrammed Playlists 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold 1 FLD (Previous Folder): Press this button to advance quickly within this button to go to the first track in Preprogrammed playlists which a track. Press and hold this button the previous folder.
Page 168 7-20 Infotainment System When in random, pressing and DISPL (Display): Press this knob To change the default on the releasing either SEEK arrow takes to switch between track mode, display, press the DISPL knob until the CD to the previous or to the next folder/playlist mode, and time of day you see the desired display, then random track.
Page 169: Phone
Infotainment System 7-21 The air is very humid. If so, wait Phone (Eject): Press this button to about an hour and try again. eject a CD. Eject can activate while The format of the CD might not either the ignition or radio is off. Bluetooth CDs can be loaded with the ignition be compatible.
Page 170 7-22 Infotainment System See Storing and Deleting Phone To minimize driver distraction, Vehicles with a Bluetooth system Numbers in this section for before driving, and with the vehicle can use a Bluetooth capable cell more information. parked: phone with a Hands Free Profile to make and receive phone calls.
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-23 Voice Recognition Audio System Pairing The Bluetooth system uses voice When using the in vehicle Bluetooth A Bluetooth enabled cell phone recognition to interpret voice system, sound comes through the must be paired to the Bluetooth commands to dial phone numbers vehicle's front audio system system and then connected to the and name tags.
Page 172 7-24 Infotainment System Pairing only needs to be 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected completed once, unless the Phones cell phone that you want to pair. pairing information on the cell For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones phone changes or the cell phone your cell phone manufacturer's...
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-25 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press and release the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 2.
Page 174 7-26 Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: Digit Dial: This command allows a that you want to store. After phone number to be dialed by 1. Press and release each digit is entered, the system entering the digits one at a time.
Page 175 Infotainment System 7-27 If an unwanted number is Using the Re dial Command Press and release again to recognized by the system, say return to the original call. 1. Press and release Clear at any time to clear the last To ignore the incoming call, number.
Page 176 7-28 Infotainment System Ending a Call To Transfer Audio From the Voice Pass-Thru Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone To end a call: Voice Pass Thru allows access to During a call with the audio in the the voice recognition commands on 1.
Page 177 Infotainment System 7-29 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System Other Information (DTMF) Tones ® Unless information is deleted out of The Bluetooth word mark and ® the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it logos are owned by the Bluetooth The Bluetooth system can send will be retained indefinitely.
Page 178 7-30 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 179: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Air Vents Air Vents ..... . 8-3 A.
Page 180 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn the Select from the following modes: (Floor/Defog): This mode knob clockwise or counterclockwise clears the windows of fog or (Vent): Air is directed to the to increase or decrease the moisture. Air is directed to the floor, instrument panel outlets.
Page 181: Air Vents
Climate Controls Do not drive the vehicle until all the Air Vents (Recirculation): Press to turn windows are clear. the recirculation mode on or off. An Use the thumbwheel on the outlets indicator light on the button comes (Air Conditioning): Press to to change the direction of the on to show that the recirculation turn the air conditioning system on...
Page 182 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 183 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Manual Transmission New Vehicle Break-In ..9-26 Manual Transmission ..9-38 Operating Ignition Positions ... . 9-26 Drive Systems Starting the Engine .
Page 184 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-53 distractions.
Page 185: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Defensive Driving WARNING WARNING Defensive driving means always Taking your eyes off the road too Drinking and then driving is very expect the unexpected. The first long or too often could cause a dangerous. Your reflexes, step in driving defensively is to wear crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 186: Braking
Driving and Operating Braking If the engine ever stops while the Curve Tips vehicle is being driven, brake Take curves at a reasonable Braking action involves perception normally but do not pump the speed. time and reaction time. Deciding to brakes.
Page 187: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 188: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Make sure all underbody Controlling the vehicle is the key to acceleration, or braking, shields, if equipped, are properly successful off-road driving. One of including reducing vehicle speed attached. the best ways to control the vehicle by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 189 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 19 and Tires on judgment and an understanding of page 10 47.
Page 190 Driving and Operating When driving on hills: WARNING WARNING Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Driving to the top of a hill at high If the vehicle has the two speed speed can cause an accident. automatic transfer case, shifting Maintain a slow speed.
Page 191 Driving and Operating When driving down a hill, keep If you cannot make it up the If the vehicle stalls on a hill: the vehicle headed straight hill, back straight down 1. Apply the brakes to stop the down. Use a low gear because the hill.
Page 192 9-10 Driving and Operating Surface conditions can be a 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted WARNING problem. Loose gravel, muddy after stalling, set the parking spots, or even wet grass can brake, shift an automatic Getting out of the vehicle on the cause the tires to slip sideways, transmission into P (Park) or a downhill side when stopped...
Page 193 Driving and Operating 9-11 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 194: Driving On Wet Roads
9-12 Driving and Operating 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, Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle traction and affect your or chassis, or under the hood.
Page 195: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating 9-13 Hydroplaning Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to can build up under the vehicle's weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. tires so they actually ride on the If you become tired or sleepy, find a Allow extra following distance.
Page 196: Hill And Mountain Roads
9-14 Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING WARNING Driving on steep hills or through If you do not shift down, the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving brakes could get so hot that they or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 197: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-15 Stay in your own lane. Do not Winter Driving The Antilock Brake System (ABS) swing wide or cut across the on page 9 44 improves vehicle center of the road. Drive at Driving on Snow or Ice stability during hard stops on speeds that let you stay in your slippery roads, but apply the brakes...
Page 198 9-16 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust vehicle unless there is help nearby. or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 199: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-17 To save fuel, run the engine for only If the Vehicle Is Stuck WARNING short periods as needed to warm Slowly and cautiously spin the the vehicle and then shut the engine If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels to free the vehicle when off and close the window most of speed, they can explode, and you...
Page 200 9-18 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to get Recovery Hooks It Out WARNING Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the Never pull on recovery hooks front wheels. For four-wheel drive from the side. The hooks could vehicles, shift into 4HI.
Page 201: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-19 Vehicle Load Limits Tire and Loading Information WARNING Label It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any much weight your vehicle can heavier than the Gross carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle capacity weight and (GVWR), or either the...
Page 202 9-20 Driving and Operating above the door latch post. The There is also important Subtract the combined Tire and Loading Information information on the Certification/ weight of the driver and Tire label. It tells you the Gross label shows the number of passengers from XXX kg or occupant seating positions (A), Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 203 Driving and Operating 9-21 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing on page 9 62 for important information on towing a...
Page 204 9-22 Driving and Operating Refer to your vehicle's Tire and Certification/Tire Label Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, cargo, and any accessories or equipment added to your vehicle after it left the factory should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight.
Page 205 Driving and Operating 9-23 Weight Rating (GVWR). The Never exceed the GVWR for WARNING GVWR includes the weight of your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, Do not load the vehicle any cargo, and trailer tongue weight, heavier than the Gross If the load is heavy, it should be...
Page 206 9-24 Driving and Operating Notice: Overloading the WARNING WARNING (Continued) vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered Do not leave an Things you put inside the by the vehicle warranty. Do unsecured child restraint vehicle can strike and injure not overload the vehicle.
Page 207: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating 9-25 Two-Tiered Loading Add-On Equipment Truck-Camper Loading Information For vehicles with a six foot bed, When you carry removable an upper load platform can be items, you may need to put a The vehicle was neither created by positioning four 5 cm limit on how many people you designed nor intended to carry a carry inside your vehicle.
Page 208: Starting And Operating
9-26 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for Starting and Ignition Positions the first 322 km (200 miles) or Operating so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with New Vehicle Break-In new linings can mean Notice: The vehicle does not premature wear and earlier...
Page 209 Driving and Operating 9-27 A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ If the vehicle must be shut off in an WARNING LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is emergency: stopped, turn the ignition switch to 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off.
Page 210: Starting The Engine
9-28 Driving and Operating B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the If you leave the key in the ACC/ Starting the Engine position in which you can operate ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position Place the transmission in the the electrical accessories or items with the engine off, the battery could proper gear.
Page 211 Driving and Operating 9-29 Starting Procedure To prevent gear damage, this When the engine starts, let go of system also prevents cranking if the key and accelerator. If the 1. With your foot off the accelerator the engine is already running. vehicle starts briefly but then pedal, turn the ignition key to Engine cranking can be stopped...
Page 212: Engine Heater
9-30 Driving and Operating Engine Heater To Use the Engine Heater WARNING 1. Turn off the engine. The engine coolant heater can Plugging the cord into an provide easier starting and better 2. Open the hood and unwrap the ungrounded outlet could cause an fuel economy during engine electrical cord.
Page 213: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-31 Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park WARNING Power (RAP) (Automatic Transmission) If you have four-wheel drive, the These vehicle accessories can be vehicle will be free to roll even WARNING used for up to 20 minutes after the if the shift lever is in P (Park) engine is turned off: It can be dangerous to get out of...
Page 214: Shifting Out Of Park (Automatic Transmission)
9-32 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with seat. To find out how, see Shifting the engine running, be sure the Into Park (Automatic Transmission) Engine Running (Automatic vehicle is in P (Park) and the in this section.
Page 215 Driving and Operating 9-33 The shift lock control system is To shift out of P (Park) use the Parking (Manual designed to do the following: following: Transmission) Prevent the ignition key from 1. Apply the brake pedal. If the vehicle has a manual being removed unless the shift 2.
Page 216: Parking Over Things
9-34 Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) That Burn There are holes or openings WARNING in the vehicle body from WARNING damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.
Page 217: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-35 Running the Vehicle WARNING WARNING While Parked It can be dangerous to get out of Four-wheel drive vehicles with the It is better not to park with the the vehicle if the automatic transfer case in N (Neutral) will engine running.
Page 218: Automatic Transmission
9-36 Driving and Operating Automatic disconnect the battery cable from WARNING (Continued) the battery to prevent discharging Transmission the battery. always set the parking brake and There are several different positions move the shift lever to P (Park). for the shift lever. See Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 9 31.
Page 219 Driving and Operating 9-37 R (Reverse): Use this gear to D (Drive): This position is for WARNING back up. normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: while the vehicle is moving engine is running at high speed is...
Page 220: Manual Transmission
9-38 Driving and Operating 3 (Third): This position is also used 1 (First): This position reduces Manual Transmission for normal driving. However, it vehicle speed even more than reduces vehicle speed more than 2 (Second) without using the brakes. D (Drive) without using the brakes. You can use it on very steep hills, You might choose 3 (Third) instead or in deep snow or mud.
Page 221 Driving and Operating 9-39 You can shift into 1 (First) when you To stop, let up on the accelerator Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) are going less than 30 km/h pedal and press the brake pedal. while the vehicle is moving (20 mph).
Page 222: Drive Systems
9-40 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Notice: Driving on clean, dry Notice: If the vehicle has pavement in four-wheel drive for four-wheel drive and the compact an extended period of time can spare tire is installed on the Four-Wheel Drive cause premature wear on the vehicle, do not drive in four-wheel vehicle's powertrain.
Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-41 Recommended Transfer Case Settings WARNING Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is Normal in P (Park). You or someone else Severe could be seriously injured.
Page 224 9-42 Driving and Operating Shifting from Two-Wheel High to Shifting from Two-Wheel High or 4 (Four-Wheel Low): This setting Four-Wheel High Four-Wheel High to also engages the front axle to give Four-Wheel Low you extra traction. It sends the Press and release the Four-Wheel maximum power to all four wheels.
Page 225 Driving and Operating 9-43 Shifting from Four-Wheel Low to If the Four-Wheel High or 4. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High button is pressed Two-Wheel High. Four-Wheel High when the vehicle is in gear and/or 5. Press and hold the Two-Wheel moving faster than 5 km/h (3 mph), To shift from Four-Wheel Low to High and Four-Wheel Low...
Page 226: Antilock Brake
9-44 Driving and Operating 7. Turn the engine off by turning 3. Shift the transmission to Brakes the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. N (Neutral), or press the clutch pedal for vehicles with a manual 8. Place the transmission shift Antilock Brake transmission.
Page 227: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-45 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses that the wheels...
Page 228: Brake Assist
9-46 Driving and Operating A chime will activate and the brake located above the parking brake Brake Assist warning light, located on the pedal, with the parking brake This vehicle has a brake assist instrument panel, will flash when the symbol, directly rearward to release feature designed to assist the driver parking brake is applied and the...
Page 229: Ride Control Systems Traction Control
Driving and Operating 9-47 Ride Control Systems The repairs would not be covered The message TRACTION FAULT by the vehicle warranty. Reduce appears in the Driver Information engine power and do not spin the Center (DIC) when a TCS or Traction Control wheel(s) excessively while these Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Page 230: System
9-48 Driving and Operating ® StabiliTrak System In some cases, it may take approximately two miles of driving The vehicle has an electronic before the system initializes. stability control system called If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrak. It is an advanced StabiliTrak activates, the cruise computer controlled system that control automatically disengages.
Page 231 Driving and Operating 9-49 See Four-Wheel Drive on page 10 30 for more information. It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the TCS portion of the system off if the vehicle is stuck in The TCS/StabiliTrak light will flash To turn off TCS and StabiliTrak, sand, mud, ice, or snow, and it is...
Page 232: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
9-50 Driving and Operating ® Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise Control If the vehicle's StabiliTrak /Traction Control System (TCS) begins to Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle With cruise control, a speed of limit wheel spin while the cruise can give more traction on snow, about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can control is on, the cruise control mud, ice, sand or gravel.
Page 233 Driving and Operating 9-51 If the lever is held at resume/ (Set): Press the button at accelerate the vehicle keeps going the end of the lever to set the faster until the lever is released or speed. the brake is applied. Do not hold the Setting Cruise Control lever at resume/accelerate, unless you want the vehicle to go faster.
Page 234 9-52 Driving and Operating Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Cruise Control How well the cruise control works There are two ways to end cruise If the cruise control system is on hills depends upon the vehicle control: already activated, speed, load, and the steepness of...
Page 235: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-53 Fuel Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper At a minimum, gasoline should maintenance of this vehicle. To help meet ASTM specification D 4814 in keep the engine clean and maintain the United States or CAN/ optimum vehicle performance, we...
Page 236: Fuels In Foreign Countries
9-54 Driving and Operating control system performance might Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP be affected. The malfunction TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, To provide cleaner air, all gasolines indicator lamp could turn on and the one bottle of GM Fuel System in the United States are now vehicle might fail a smog check test.
Page 237: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-55 Notice: This vehicle was not Filling the Tank designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel WARNING containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel Fuel vapor burns violently and a system and also damage plastic fuel fire can cause bad injuries.
Page 238 9-56 Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, turn it WARNING WARNING clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The Fuel can spray out on you if you If a fire starts while you are diagnostic system can determine if open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 239: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-57 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
Page 240 9-58 Driving and Operating Consider using a sway control. For information on towing a disabled Three important considerations See Hitches in Towing vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on have to do with weight: Equipment on page 9 66. page 10 91. For information on The weight of the trailer towing the vehicle behind another Do not tow a trailer at all during...
Page 241 Driving and Operating 9-59 Towing a trailer requires a certain While towing a trailer or when WARNING (Continued) amount of experience. Get to know exposed to long periods of the rig before setting out for the sunshine, the floor of the truck bed To maximize safety when towing open road.
Page 242 9-60 Driving and Operating Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D (Drive), Trailer Hold the bottom of the steering but you may want to shift to a lower wheel with one hand. Then, to move The arrows on the instrument panel gear selection if the transmission the trailer to the left, move that hand...
Page 243 Driving and Operating 9-61 Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is place, release the brake pedal clear of the chocks. until the chocks absorb the load. WARNING 4. Stop and have someone pick up 4.
Page 244: Trailer Towing
9-62 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing To pull a trailer correctly, follow Weight of the Trailer the advice in this section and see How heavy can a trailer safely be? your dealer for important WARNING It depends on how the rig is used. information about towing a trailer For example, speed, altitude, road with the vehicle.
Page 245 Driving and Operating 9-63 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 2WD Regular Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 3.73 1 542 kg (3,400 lbs) 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.73 1 089 kg (2,400 lbs) 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 3.73 1 814 kg (4,000 lbs)
Page 246 9-64 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission, 3.42 1 724 kg (3,800 lbs) 3 856 kg (8,500 lbs) ZQ8 Sport Suspension 4WD Regular Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 3.73 1 406 kg (3,100 lbs) 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.73...
Page 247 Driving and Operating 9-65 Ask your dealer for our trailering Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 19 After loading the trailer, weigh the information or advice, or write us at for more information about the trailer and then the tongue, our Customer Assistance Offices.
Page 248: Towing Equipment
9-66 Driving and Operating Total Weight on the Vehicle's Weight-Distributing Hitches follow the trailer or hitch manufacturer's recommendation for Tires and Weight Carrying Hitches attaching safety chains. Always Be sure the vehicle's tires are A step bumper hitch can be used for leave just enough slack so the rig inflated to the upper limit for cold trailers up to 907 kg (2,000 lbs) total...
Page 249: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-67 Trailer Wiring Harness Conversions and Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab The vehicle may be equipped with a Add-Ons four pin trailer towing harness. This We are aware that some vehicle harness has a four pin trailer Add-On Electrical owners might consider having the connector that is attached to a...
Page 250 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 251 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..10-17 Bulb Replacement Cooling System ... . 10-18 Bulb Replacement ..10-36 Engine Coolant .
Page 252: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ....10-54 Jump Starting General Information Tire Pressure for High-Speed Jump Starting ....10-87 For service and parts needs, visit Operation .
Page 253: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 Genuine GM parts have one of California Proposition California Perchlorate these marks: 65 Warning Materials Requirements Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag known to the State of California to initiators, safety belt pretensioners, cause cancer and birth defects or and lithium batteries contained in...
Page 254: Accessories And Modifications
10-4 Vehicle Care Accessories and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks resulting from modifications or the Modifications installation or use of non GM Doing Your Own certified parts, including control Adding non dealer accessories or Service Work module or software modifications, is making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and not covered under the terms of the...
Page 255: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. Release the secondary latch on Before attempting to do your own the hood. It is located below the To open the hood, do the following: service work, see Servicing the front center of the hood.
Page 256: Engine Compartment
10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.7 L L5 Engine Shown (2.9 L L4 Engine Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 257 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Windshield Washer Fluid. See Engine Oil Fill Cap. See When Remote Positive (+) Terminal. Adding Washer Fluid under to Add Engine Oil under See Jump Starting on Washer Fluid on page 10 26. Engine Oil on page 10 10. page 10 87.
Page 258 10-8 Vehicle Care 5.3 L V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-9 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on E. Automatic Transmission Fluid H. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See page 10 17. Dipstick (If Equipped). See Brake Fluid on page 10 28. Checking the Fluid Level B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator Battery on page 10 30. under Automatic Transmission (If Equipped).
Page 260: Overview
10-10 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 261 Vehicle Care 10-11 Notice: Do not add too much oil. Selecting the Right Engine Oil Oil levels above or below the Selecting the right engine oil acceptable operating range depends on both the proper oil shown on the dipstick are harmful specification and viscosity grade.
Page 262: Engine Oil Life System
10-12 Vehicle Care grade, always select an oil that containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated meets the dexos1 specification or manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it equivalent. See Specification for use and disposal of oil products.
Page 263: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-13 How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the Life System Fluid transmission. Too much can Reset the system whenever the mean that some of the fluid could When to Check and Change engine oil is changed so that the come out and fall on hot engine...
Page 264 10-14 Vehicle Care Get the vehicle warmed up by Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the driving about 24 km (15 mi) when engine: To prepare the vehicle: outside temperatures are above 1. Flip the handle up and then pull 1.
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-15 How to Add Automatic Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may Transmission Fluid damage the vehicle, and the Refer to the Maintenance Schedule damages may not be covered by to determine what kind of the vehicle warranty. Always use transmission fluid to use.
Page 266: Manual Transmission
10-16 Vehicle Care Manual Transmission Check the fluid level only when 3. If the fluid level is good, install the engine is off, the vehicle is the plug and be sure it is fully Fluid parked on a level place and the seated.
Page 267: Hydraulic Clutch
Vehicle Care 10-17 Hydraulic Clutch When to Check and What Engine Air Cleaner/Filter to Use The hydraulic clutch linkage in the vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it.
Page 268: Cooling System
10-18 Vehicle Care When to Inspect the Engine Air 4. Reinstall the engine air cleaner/ Cooling System filter cover. Fasten the clips to Cleaner/Filter The cooling system allows the hold the cover in place. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the engine to maintain the correct scheduled maintenance intervals working temperature.
Page 269: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-19 Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator An electric engine cooling fan corrosion. In addition, the engine under the hood can start up even coolant could require changing when the engine is not running sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) and can cause injury.
Page 270 10-20 Vehicle Care 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 271 Vehicle Care 10-21 Checking Coolant Check to see if coolant is visible in How to Add Coolant to the the coolant recovery tank. If the Recovery Tank The vehicle must be on a level coolant inside the coolant recovery surface when checking the coolant tank is boiling, do not do anything WARNING level.
Page 272 10-22 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the 2. Keep turning the cap to WARNING (Continued) remove it. Radiator 3. Fill the radiator with the proper cooling system and surge tank WARNING DEX COOL coolant mixture, up pressure cap to cool if you ever to the base of the filler neck.
Page 273: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-23 At any time during this procedure if If the decision is made to lift the coolant begins to flow out of the hood, make sure the vehicle is filler neck, reinstall the parked on a level surface. pressure cap.
Page 274 10-24 Vehicle Care If Steam is Coming from the If No Steam is Coming from 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment If it is safe to do so, pull off the If an engine overheat warning is road, shift to P (Park) or WARNING...
Page 275: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care 10-25 Engine Fan Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid This vehicle has a clutched engine 1. Turn the key off and let the cooling fan. When the clutch is engine compartment cool down. engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine.
Page 276: Washer Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 11 12. Always for adding water. use the proper fluid.
Page 277: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-27 Brakes Notice: Continuing to drive with maintenance. When the front brake worn-out brake pads could result pads are replaced, have the rear This vehicle has front disc brakes in costly brake repair. brakes inspected, too. and rear drum brakes. Some driving conditions or climates Brake linings should always be Disc brake pads have built-in wear...
Page 278: Brake Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. The braking system on a vehicle is If fluid is added when the linings are complex. Its many parts have to be worn, there will be too much fluid of top quality and work well together when new brake linings are...
Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-29 Checking Brake Fluid What to Add Notice Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can Check brake fluid by looking at the from a sealed container. See badly damage brake brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Recommended Fluids and hydraulic system parts.
Page 280: Battery
10-30 Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive Refer to the replacement number Transfer Case WARNING shown on the original battery label When to Check Lubricant when a new battery is needed. See Batteries have acid that can burn Engine Compartment Overview on Refer to the Maintenance Schedule you and gas that can explode.
Page 281: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 10-31 Front Axle If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the When to Check and Change front axle, some lubricant may need Lubricant to be added. When the differential is cold, add It is not necessary to regularly enough lubricant to raise the level to check the front axle fluid unless...
Page 282: Rear Axle
10-32 Vehicle Care Rear Axle The proper level is from 0 mm to 2. Firmly apply both the parking 10 mm (0 to 3/8 in) below the bottom brake and the regular brake. When to Check and Change of the fill plug hole, located on the See Parking Brake on Lubricant rear axle.
Page 283: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function
Vehicle Care 10-33 Automatic Transmission 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. Ignition Transmission See Parking Brake on Shift Lock Control Lock Check page 9 45. Function Check While parked, and with the parking Be ready to apply the regular brake set, try to turn the ignition to brake immediately if the vehicle LOCK/OFF in each shift lever WARNING...
Page 284: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-34 Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Mechanism Check Windshield wiper blades should be your foot on the regular brake, set inspected for wear and cracking. the parking brake.
Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-35 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly.
Page 286: Headlamp Aiming
10-36 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset at For the proper type of replacement the factory and should need no bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on further adjustment. page 10 39. However, if the vehicle is damaged For any bulb changing procedure in a crash, the headlamp aim may not listed in this section, contact...
Page 287: Headlamps
Vehicle Care 10-37 Headlamps Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly A. Low-Beam Headlamp/Daytime and pull it straight out. Running Lamps (DRL) 4. Unplug the electrical connector B.
Page 288: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
10-38 Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs: 5. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb straight out to release it 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate from the socket. on page 2 8. 6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it clicks.
Page 289: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-39 License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs Bulb Exterior Lamp Number Bulb To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamp Number Parking/Front Turn 3757KA Signal Cargo Lamp and Center High Parking Lamp 912LL 3157A Mounted (Inboard) Stoplamp (CHMSL) Stoplamp, Rear License Plate Bulb W5W LL Turn Signal,...
Page 290: Electrical System
10-40 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 291: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-41 Engine Compartment To remove the cover, push in on the tab on the end of the cover and lift. Fuse Block To reinstall the cover, line up the tab and push down on the cover until the tab clicks into place. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it.
Page 292 10-42 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Antilock Brake Power Door DR/LCK System (ABS), Locks (If Equipped) ABS Module, Daylight Running Four Wheel Drive, Lamps Gravity Sensor Mass Air ABS 1 ABS 1 (ABS Logic) Flow (MAF) ABS 2 ABS 2 (ABS Pump) Sensor, Can Purge ERLS Solenoid, Air...
Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-43 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage BACKUP Power Windows STOP Stop Lamps Backup Lamp PWR/WNDW LAMP (If Equipped) Starter Solenoid STRTR HORN Horn Radio Relay Heated Seat Rear Parking Truck Body HTD/SEAT (If Equipped) Lamp 1, Passenger Controller REAR Side Taillamp,...
Page 294 10-44 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Wiper Front Parking Starter Relay (PCM STRTR PRK/LAMP Lamp Fuse, Rear Relay) Wiper/Washer Parking Lamps Switch Vehicle Stability Powertrain, VSES Enhancement Electronic Throttle System Relays Usage PWR/TRN Control Fuse, Wipers (On/Off) Air Conditioning Oxygen CMPRSR...
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-45 2.9L and 3.7L I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 296 10-46 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Trailer Auxiliary Maxi-Fuse 5.3L Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer Park Lamp Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Communication System, Sensing Interface Module and Diagnostic Module I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 297: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-47 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 298: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-48 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the (D) Tire Identification Number Tire Size illustration later in this (TIN) The letters and numbers Useful information about a tire is section for more detail. following the DOT (Department molded into its sidewall.
Page 299 Vehicle Care 10-49 (G) Maximum Cold Inflation driven at speeds over 105 km/h (D) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that (65 mph). The compact spare Load Limit Maximum load can be carried and the tire is for emergency use when a that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to regular road tire has lost air and...
Page 300: Tire Designations
10-50 Vehicle Care (G) TPC Spec (Tire item C of the illustration, it would Performance Criteria mean that the tire's sidewall is Specification) Original 60 percent as high as it is wide. equipment tires designed to (D) Construction Code GM's specific tire performance letter code is used to indicate criteria have a TPC specification the type of ply construction in...
Page 301: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire Definitions cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
Page 302 10-52 Vehicle Care Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-53 Speed Rating UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Maximum Load on the alphanumeric code assigned to Grading Standards) A tire Tire Load on an individual tire a tire indicating the maximum information system that due to curb weight, accessory speed at which a tire can provides consumers with weight, occupant weight, and...
Page 304: Tire Pressure
10-54 Vehicle Care Rough ride. Tire Pressure When to Check Needless damage from Check your tires once a month Tires need the correct amount of road hazards. or more. Do not forget to check air pressure to operate the spare tire. If the vehicle has effectively.
Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-55 Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P235/50R18 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation when driving the vehicle at speeds gauge firmly onto the valve to of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher.
Page 306: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-56 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 307: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-57 Federal Communications and displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5 20 and Tire Commission (FCC) Rules and Messages on page 5 27. with Industry Canada Standards The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when See Radio Frequency Statement on the vehicle is first started, and then page 13 22 for information...
Page 308 10-58 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not about a low tire pressure condition Message completed successfully after but it does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly rotating the vehicle's tires.
Page 309 Vehicle Care 10-59 Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the The TPMS warning light should being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, continue flashing throughout the wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger matching procedure.
Page 310: Tire Inspection
10-60 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, 9. After hearing the confirming horn Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot chirp for the driver side rear tire, We recommend that the tires, check to see if the TPMS low tire be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the warning light and the DIC LOW...
Page 311 Vehicle Care 10-61 Adjust the front and rear tires to WARNING the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Loading Information label after parts to which it is fastened, can the tires have been rotated. See make wheel nuts become loose Tire Pressure on page 10 54 after time.
Page 312: When It Is Time For New
10-62 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New See Tire Inspection on page 10 60 Parking for an extended period can and Tire Rotation on page 10 60 for cause flat spots on the tires that Tires additional information. may result in vibrations while driving.
Page 313 Vehicle Care 10-63 GM's exclusive TPC Spec system WARNING WARNING considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the overall performance of the improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle, including brake system to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 314: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-64 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire pressure Different Size Tires and WARNING monitoring system could give an Wheels inaccurate low pressure warning if If different sized wheels are used, non TPC Spec rated tires are If wheels or tires are installed that there may not be an acceptable installed.
Page 315: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-65 Uniform Tire Quality use spare tires, tires with Treadwear nominal rim diameters of Grading The treadwear grade is a 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), comparative rating based on the Quality grades can be found or to some limited-production wear rate of the tire when tested where applicable on the tire...
Page 316: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-66 Vehicle Care Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C established for a tire that is properly inflated and not The traction grades, from The temperature grades are A overloaded. Excessive speed, highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, (the highest), B, and C, underinflation, or excessive and C.
Page 317: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-67 Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels WARNING Replace any wheel that is bent, WARNING Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous.
Page 318: Tire Chains
10-68 Vehicle Care Tire Chains Notice: If your vehicle has a tire WARNING (Continued) size other than P215/70R16, P235/ 75R16, P265/70R17, P235/50R18, WARNING Use another type of traction or P265/65R18 use tire chains device only if its manufacturer only where legal and only when If your vehicle has P215/70R16, recommends it for use on your you must.
Page 319: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-69 If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or are maintained properly.
Page 320 10-70 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), WARNING WARNING (Continued) use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be 4. Turn off the engine and do the wheel blocks (A). dangerous.
Page 321: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-71 Tire Changing Put the tools to the side while you access the jack and wheel blocks. Removing the Spare Tire and Regular/Extended Cab Tools For regular and extended cab vehicles, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the cover at the center of the vehicle behind the front seats.
Page 322 10-72 Vehicle Care Crew Cab 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove the For crew cab models, the jack and wheel blocks and the wheel wheel blocks are located under the block retainer. driver side rear seat. Use the jack handle extensions and 1.
Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-73 If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 10 82. 1. Assemble the wheel wrench, the 2. Insert the chiseled end of the jack handle extensions, and the jack handle at a slight angle jack handle, as shown.
Page 324 10-74 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and D. Wheel Wrench Installing the Spare Tire E. Wheel Blocks Use the following pictures and 1. Do a safety check before instructions to remove the flat tire proceeding. See If a Tire Goes and raise the vehicle.
Page 325 Vehicle Care 10-75 WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. WARNING Front Position Front Position...
Page 326 10-76 Vehicle Care 6. Turn the wheel wrench WARNING clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the ground so there is enough parts to which it is fastened, can room for the spare tire to fit make wheel nuts become loose under the wheel well.
Page 327 Vehicle Care 10-77 Front Position 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the 10. Put the wheel nuts back on wheel bolts, mounting surfaces with the rounded end of the and spare wheel. nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then 9.
Page 328 10-78 Vehicle Care WARNING (Continued) after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. Rear Position Notice: Improperly tightened 12.
Page 329 Vehicle Care 10-79 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. and Tools 1. Put the tire on the ground at the WARNING rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down.
Page 330 10-80 Vehicle Care Continue raising the tire, watch to make sure it does not get caught on anything on the underbody. If the tire does get caught, loosen two or three turns and push and pull the tire and then retighten. Repeat this procedure as many times as needed to ensure proper stowage.
Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-81 To store the tools: To store the jack and wheel blocks: 3. Lower the jack (A) all the way and insert the jack into the 1. Return the tools to the Regular/Extended Cab bracket. storage bag. 4. Raise the jack by turning the 2.
Page 332: Secondary Latch System
10-82 Vehicle Care Crew Cab 3. Turn the handle to raise the jack To release the spare tire from the until it is secure, but do not secondary latch: overtighten the jack in the bracket. Secondary Latch System This vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly that has a secondary latch system.
Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-83 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10 71.
Page 334 10-84 Vehicle Care 12. Reinsert the jack handle into If the spare tire is hanging from the jack. Lower the jack by the cable, insert the hoist end turning the wheel wrench of the extension into the hoist counterclockwise. Keep shaft hole in the bumper and lowering the jack until the turn the wheel wrench...
Page 335: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-85 15. If the cable is hanging under Notice: If the vehicle has The spare tire will last longer and be the vehicle, turn the wheel four-wheel drive and the compact in good shape in case you need it wrench clockwise to raise the spare tire is installed on the again.
Page 336: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-86 Vehicle Care Full-Size Spare Tire Your vehicle may have a different After installing the spare tire on your size spare tire than the road tires vehicle, you should stop as soon as Your vehicle may have a full-size originally installed on your vehicle. possible and make sure the spare is spare tire, which, when new, was This spare was developed for use...
Page 337: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-87 Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps vehicle, and the bad grounding could result in costly damage to could damage the electrical For more information about the the vehicle that would not be systems. vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
Page 338 10-88 Vehicle Care 3. Turn off the ignition on both WARNING WARNING vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the Using a match near a battery can Fans or other moving engine cigarette lighter or the accessory cause battery gas to explode. parts can injure you badly.
Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-89 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 at least 45 cm short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the (18 inches) away from the dead...
Page 340 10-90 Vehicle Care Notice: If the jumper cables are To disconnect the jumper cables connected or removed in the from both vehicles, do the following: wrong order, electrical shorting 1. Disconnect the black may occur and damage the negative ( ) cable from the vehicle.
Page 341: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Vehicle Care 10-91 Towing Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means What is the towing capacity of towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the the towing vehicle? Be sure to vehicle such as behind a motor...
Page 342 10-92 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing transmissions have no provisions 3. Turn the engine off and firmly set for internal lubrication while being the parking brake. See Parking Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles towed. Brake on page 9 45. 4. Securely attach the vehicle Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles being towed to the tow vehicle.
Page 343 Vehicle Care 10-93 6. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF Dolly Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not and remove the key the front be towed with the rear wheels on Front Towing (Front Wheels Off wheels will still turn. the ground. Two-wheel-drive the Ground) Two Wheel Drive transmissions have no provisions...
Page 344 10-94 Vehicle Care Front Towing (Front Wheels Off 3. Put an automatic transmission in 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive P (Park) or a manual following the manufacturer's Vehicles transmission in 1 (First). instructions. 4. Turn the engine off and firmly set 6.
Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-95 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Two Wheel Drive Ground) Four Wheel Drive See Parking Brake on Vehicles page 9 45. Vehicles 4. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First).
Page 346: Appearance Care
10-96 Vehicle Care 4. Put an automatic transmission 7. Shift the transfer case to Appearance Care in P (Park) or a manual N (Neutral). See Shifting into transmission in 1 (First). N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel Exterior Care Drive on page 10 30. 5.
Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-97 Notice: Avoid using high damage the vehicle's finish if they Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts pressure washes closer than remain on painted surfaces. Wash 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the the vehicle as soon as possible. Regularly clean bright metal parts vehicle.
Page 348 10-98 Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to the vehicle is not washed after with glass cleaner. clean the tires.
Page 349: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-99 Steering, Suspension, and Underbody Maintenance Finish Damage Chassis Components Use plain water to flush dirt and Quickly repair minor chips and debris from the vehicle's underbody. scratches with touch-up materials Visually inspect front and rear Your dealer or an underbody car available from your dealer to avoid suspension and steering system for washing system can do this.
Page 350 10-100 Vehicle Care Do not heavily saturate the Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean upholstery when cleaning. dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: Do not use solvents or cleaners soap solution, immediately remove...
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-101 Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces Start by vacuuming the surface center. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a Use a soft microfiber cloth to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being...
Page 352: Floor Mats
10-102 Vehicle Care Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for gloss, especially on the instrument proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease The original equipment floor visibility through the windshield mats were designed for the WARNING...
Page 353 Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
Page 354: Service And Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use Refer to the information in the WARNING vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Maintenance Schedule Additional There may need to be more Required Services Normal chart. Performing maintenance work can frequent checks and services. The Additional Required be dangerous and can cause The Additional Required...
Page 355: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 356 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Check automatic transmission blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis shift lock control function. See or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, loose, Automatic Transmission Shift Care on page 10 96. Replace or missing parts or signs of Lock Control Function Check on worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 357 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 358 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance b) Or every four years, whichever d) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal page 10 18. c) Do not directly power wash the a) Check all fuel and vapor lines transfer case output seals.
Page 359 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 360 11-8 Service and Maintenance 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 chassis investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
Page 361 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Battery Brakes Fluids The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Proper fluid levels and approved the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. fluids protect the vehicle s systems additional electrical accessories. and components.
Page 362 11-10 Service and Maintenance Lamps Shocks and Struts Tires Properly working headlamps, Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, taillamps, and brake lamps are for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining important to see and be seen on the tires can save money, fuel, and Signs of wear may include the road.
Page 363 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
Page 364: 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 365 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 89021806, in Canada 89021807). Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347, in Canada 10953517) or Hydraulic Clutch System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474).
Page 366 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Constant Velocity Universal Joint lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293, in Canada 992723) Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 367: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15942429 Engine Oil Filter 2.9L L4 Engine 19210283 PF46 3.7L L5 Engine...
Page 368: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 369 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 370 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 371: 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 372: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate conversion capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities and Specifications 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 373: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-3 Capacities and Specifications (cont'd) Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Automatic (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 4.7 L 5.0 qt Manual Rear-Wheel Drive (Drain and Refill) 2.2 L 2.3 qt Manual Four-Wheel Drive (Drain and Refill) 2.3 L 2.4 qt Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft...
Page 374 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L Engine 2.9L and 3.7L Engines I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 375: Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 376 Council of Better Business present mileage. resolved by your dealership without Bureaus to settle automotive When contacting Chevrolet, further help, in the U.S., call the disputes regarding vehicle repairs or remember that your concern will Chevrolet Customer Assistance...
Page 377 Customer Information 13-3 You may contact the BBB Auto Line STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Program using the toll-free Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor telephone number or write them at not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), the following address: addressed after following the...
Page 378 13-4 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction the good intentions of all parties STEP THREE involved, sometimes a Procedure (Mexico) If your case is not resolved in a misunderstanding may occur. reasonable amount of time by your If you have a problem that has not dealer, please call the General Motors Customer Assistance been satisfactorily handled through...
Page 379: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
CA1-163-005 assistance. However, if a customer 01-800-466-0800 1908 Colonel Sam Drive wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0800 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 the letter should be addressed to: www.gm.ca Customer Assistance...
Page 380: Mexico
From Other Mexico Locations Chevrolet/Owners Login. hard of hearing, or speech-impaired 01-800-466-0811 and who use Text Telephones Information and services (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY United States and Canada customized for your specific equipment available at its Customer vehicle all in one convenient 1-866-466-8190 Assistance Center.
Page 381: Gm Mobility Reimbursement
Find the This program is available to (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Chevrolet-recommended qualified applicants for cost maintenance services for your Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner reimbursement of eligible vehicle. Centre: aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as Chat live with online help hand controls or a wheelchair/ representatives.
Page 382: Canada)
Model, year, color, and license the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. plate number of the vehicle. (TTY): 1 888 889 2438). Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to Odometer reading, Vehicle For Canadian purchased vehicles, make any changes or discontinue call 1-800-268-6800.
Page 383 Road or Highway: Tow to the violation of any laws. with the most direct route or the nearest Chevrolet dealer for most scenic route. There is a Legal fines. warranty service, or if the vehicle limit of six requests per year.
Page 384 Chevrolet of the repair orders. Once the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 385 Assistance : Information choose one of the following If the vehicle cannot be received regarding addresses and alternatives, within the limits of by the nearest Chevrolet dealer telephone numbers for Chevrolet existing Roadside Assistance due to scheduling conflicts, the dealers.
Page 386 13-12 Customer Information *Complimentary A rental car will be provided for Services Not Included in Roadside Transportation for Vehicle Pick Assistance up to two days and the vehicle Up : Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles...
Page 387: Scheduling Service Appointments
Assistance program. For more the vehicle for service, you are information, see your new vehicle Chevrolet reserves the right to make urged to do so as early in the work warranty. any changes or discontinue the day as possible to allow for Roadside Assistance program at same-day repair.
Page 388: Canada)
13-14 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be If the vehicle requires overnight completed while you wait. However, Canada) warranty repairs, and public if you are unable to wait, GM helps To enhance your ownership transportation is used instead of to minimize inconvenience by...
Page 389: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
Customer Information 13-15 Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Collision Damage Repair Information (U.S. and Canada) Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle If the vehicle is involved in a reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at collision and it is damaged, have the...
Page 390 13-16 Customer Information Recycled original equipment parts Limited Warranty, and any vehicle reduced protection to the GM may also be used for repair. These failure related to such parts is not vehicle by limiting compensation for parts are typically removed from covered by that warranty.
Page 391 Customer Information 13-17 Owner name, address, and If a Crash Occurs Managing the Vehicle Damage telephone number. Repair Process If there has been an injury, call Vehicle license plate number. emergency services for help. Do not In the event that the vehicle requires leave the scene of a crash until all Vehicle make, model, and damage repairs, GM recommends...
Page 392: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-18 Customer Information If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
Page 393: Government
Customer Information 13-19 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 394: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: hitting a road obstacle, data that will information about the vehicle s assist in understanding how a Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. vehicle's systems performed. The Chevrolet Customer Assistance For example, the vehicle uses...
Page 395: Onstar
Customer Information 13-21 ® 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 396: Identification (Rfid)
13-22 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Identification (RFID) Statement 1. The device may not cause RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that harmful interference. vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that 2.
Page 397 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care When Should an Airbag Exterior ..... 10-96 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-24 Interior .
Page 398 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide Halogen Bulbs ....10-36 Engine Exhaust ....9-34 Battery .
Page 399: Driver Information
INDEX Child Restraints (cont'd) Cooling System ....10-18 Daytime Running Older Children ....3-35 Engine Messages .
Page 400 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Off-Road ..... . 9-6 Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . 5-9 Off-Road Recovery ... . 9-5 Cooling System .
Page 401 INDEX Front Seats Adjustment ....3-3 Gasoline Halogen Bulbs ....10-36 Heated .
Page 402 INDEX Horn ......5-2 Lighting How to Wear Safety Belts Exit ......6-7 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
Page 403: Recommended Fluids
INDEX Locks Manual Transmission ..9-38 Mirrors (cont'd) Automatic Door ....2-6 Fluid ......10-16 Manual Rearview .
Page 404 INDEX ® OnStar Perchlorate Materials System, In Brief ....1-20 Requirements, California ..10-3 Radio Frequency Operation, Infotainment Phone Identification (RFID) ..13-22 System .
Page 405: Roadside Assistance
INDEX Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Towing ..... . 10-91 Limited Slip Rear Axle ..9-50 Canadian Government .
Page 406 i-10 INDEX Service Spare Tire Accessories and Compact ....10-85 Tachometer ..... 5-8 Modifications .
Page 407 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Traction Pressure Light ....5-18 Control System (TCS) ..9-47 Uniform Tire Quality Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-56 Control System (TCS)/ Grading .
Page 408 i-12 INDEX Where to Put the Restraint ..3-41 Windows ..... . 2-16 Warning Manual ..... . .2-17 Brake System Light .

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