Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-74 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Towing the Vehicle .
Page 4: Using This Manual
à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the GMC Truck Emblem, YUKON, and Attention: Customer Service features.
Page 5: Index
Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Cautions Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
Page 6 Introduction : LATCH System Child Restraints : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Tow/Haul Mode ® : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Windshield Washer Fluid...
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-10 Rear Vision Steering Wheel Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-18 Adjustment ....1-10 Rear Cross Traffic Alert Instrument Panel Throttle and Brake Pedal...
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-6. 5. Favorite Switches (Out of View). 12. Exterior Lamp Controls on See Steering Wheel Controls on page 6-1. 2. Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5-2. page 5-33. Fog Lamps on page 6-5 (If Volume Switches (Out of View).
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 20. Horn on page 5-3. Initial Drive 21. Steering Wheel Controls on Information page 5-2. This section provides a brief 22. Ignition Positions on overview about some of the page 9-20. important features that may or may 23. Driver and Passenger Heated not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Door Locks
In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks : Press and release to initiate lamps will turn on. The doors will be vehicle locate. The turn signal To lock or unlock the doors from locked and the climate control lamps flash and the horn sounds inside the vehicle: system may come on.
Page 13 In Brief Power Door Locks passenger doors and liftgate will lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry unlock. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. page 2-3. Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate.
Page 14: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Raise or lower the seat by To disable the power liftgate express-up feature. See Windows moving the rear of the control up function, select OFF on the liftgate on page 2-25 and Power Windows or down. switch. See Liftgate on page 2-14. on page 2-25.
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief Press and hold the control up to Heated and Cooled Front The SET, "1," "2," and (Exit) increase upper lumbar support buttons on the driver door are used Seats and decrease lower lumbar to manually save and recall memory support.
Page 16: Passenger Sensing System
In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Press to cool the driver or passenger seat. System See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-7. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints United States for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 17: Mirror Adjustment
1-10 In Brief The passenger airbag status 2. Press the arrows on the control Automatic Dimming Rearview indicator will light on the overhead pad to move each mirror in the Mirror console when the vehicle is started. desired direction. The mirror automatically reduces See Passenger Airbag Status the glare of headlamps from behind.
Page 18: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 To adjust the power tilt and Interior Lighting telescope steering wheel, Dome Lamps if equipped: Press the control to move the steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment The switch used to adjust the...
Page 19: Exterior Lighting
1-12 In Brief ON: Turns all dome lamps on. There are four positions. : Turns off the automatic Reading Lamps headlamps and Daytime Running There are reading lamps in the Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp overhead console and the headliner, control to the off position again to if equipped.
Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer : Push the paddle at the top of Move the band out of the the lever to spray washer fluid on position to deactivate Rainsense. the windshield. AUTO: Press to turn Rainsense on or off. When turned Rainsense on and FRONT is in one of the...
Page 21: Climate Controls
1-14 In Brief Climate Controls 9. Rear Climate Control Power Transmission Button This system controls the heating, Range Selection Mode 10. Rear AUTO (Automatic cooling, and ventilation. Operation) 11. Front Climate Control Power Button 12. Rear Fan Control 13. Rear Air Delivery Mode Control 14.
Page 22 In Brief 1-15 While using Range Selection Mode, Automatic Transfer Case 4 : Use the Four-Wheel Drive cruise control and the Tow/Haul High position when extra traction is Mode can be used. needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active.
Page 23: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features Cruise Control accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. Infotainment System : Press to disengage cruise See the infotainment manual for control without erasing the set information on the radio, audio speed from memory.
Page 24 In Brief 1-17 Forward Collision Alert change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound or the (FCA) System driver seat will pulse. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) reduce the harm caused by on page 9-65.
Page 25: Parking Assist
1-18 In Brief Rear Vision Parking Assist Collision Preparation (ACP) System. These systems can provide a boost Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Parking Assist to braking or automatically brake the (RPA) uses sensors on the rear vehicle to help avoid or lessen the If equipped, RVC displays a view of bumper to assist with parking and severity of crashes when driving in a...
Page 26: Universal Remote System
In Brief 1-19 One in the rear cargo area on Universal Remote System Sunroof the passenger side. Vehicles with Bench Seats One on the center stack below the climate control system. One in the storage area on the bench seat. One on the rear of the center If equipped with the Universal armrest storage.
Page 27: Maintenance
1-20 In Brief Open/Close: To open the sunroof, When the sunroof is opened, an air Performance and press and hold switch (1) until the deflector will automatically raise. Maintenance sunroof reaches the desired The air deflector will retract when position. Press and hold the front of the sunroof is closed.
Page 28 In Brief 1-21 To turn off both traction control The low tire pressure warning light Engine Oil Life System and StabiliTrak, press and alerts to a significant loss in The engine oil life system calculates hold until illuminate pressure of one of the vehicle's engine oil life based on vehicle use tires.
Page 29: Onstar
TTY Users (U.S. Only): Brake gradually and avoid 1-888-889-2438 abrupt stops. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Avoid idling the engine for long New GMC owners are automatically periods of time. enrolled in the Roadside Assistance When road and weather Program. conditions are appropriate, use See Roadside Assistance Program cruise control.
Page 30: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-22 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-22 Keys Heated Mirrors .
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The transmitter has a button on the Check the distance.
Page 32: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps (RKE) System Operation when is pressed again within The Keyless Access system allows three seconds. See Vehicle for vehicle entry when the Personalization on page 5-49.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows through the DIC, the exterior lamps Keyless Access can be (Vehicle Locator/Panic may turn on. See Vehicle programmed to unlock all doors on Alarm): Press and release to Personalization on page 5-49. the first lock/unlock press from the initiate vehicle locate.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter inside the vehicle. the Passenger Doors If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE When the doors are locked and the transmitter inside the vehicle. Do RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) not leave the RKE transmitter in an of the door handle, pressing the unattended vehicle.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows unlocked, or when all doors are longer work. Each vehicle can have 3. Insert the vehicle key into the locked and the transmitter is within up to eight transmitters matched key lock cylinder on the driver 1 m (3 ft).
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows front of the storage area next to Programming without a 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC the center console storage area Recognized Transmitter (Keyless displays PRESS ENGINE between the driver and front Access Vehicles Only) START BUTTON TO LEARN, passenger seats.
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows 7. Remove the transmitter from the To start the vehicle: transmitter pocket/insert and 1. Open the center console storage press on the transmitter. area and the storage tray. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 5 7. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement To replace the battery: Replace the battery in the transmitter soon if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Page 39 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The rear defog and heated and The engine will turn off during a 2. Immediately press and hold cooled seats, if equipped, may also remote vehicle start if: until the turn signal lamps flash come on. See Heated and Cooled or for at least four seconds.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 The vehicle's ignition must be To lock or unlock the doors from Warning (Continued) turned on and then back off to use outside the vehicle: remote start again. thrown out of the vehicle in a Press on the Remote Canceling a Remote Start...
Page 41: Power Door Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access Operation in Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) When locking the doors with the Press on the Remote System Operation on page 2-3. power lock switch and a door or the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 42: Automatic Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Automatic Door Locks If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on, the vehicle is off with the The vehicle may have an automatic driver door open, and door locking lock/unlock feature. This feature can is requested, all the doors will lock be programmed using the Driver and only the driver door will unlock.
Page 43: Doors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Manual Liftgate Warning (Continued) Liftgate Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Warning set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 There will be a delay in the release Power Liftgate Operation The modes are: of the liftglass if there is an attempt MAX: Opens to maximum to open it while the rear wipers are Warning height.
Page 45 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle can be opened if the Do not manually force the liftgate to Obstacle Detection Features RKE transmitter is within 1 m open or close during a power cycle. If the liftgate encounters an obstacle (3 ft) of the touch pad.
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 direction and open fully. The liftgate Manual Operation will remain open until it is activated Select OFF to manually operate the again or closed manually. liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the beginning of this section. Setting the 3/4 Mode To change the position the liftgate Hands-Free Operation...
Page 47: Power Assist Steps
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To operate, kick your foot straight up liftgate by another method or closed. The power assist steps will in one swift motion under the center start the vehicle. The feature will retract immediately if the vehicle of the rear bumper, then pull it back.
Page 48: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 There are two other modes of Vehicle Security Slow Flash: Alarm system is operation: armed. This vehicle has theft-deterrent Deploy Mode: To extend both power Arming the Alarm System features; however, they do not make assist steps for cleaning, press the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 49 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Start the vehicle. If the driver door is opened without Intrusion Sensor and first unlocking with the RKE Inclination Sensor To avoid setting off the alarm by transmitter, the horn will chirp and accident: In addition to the standard the lights will flash to indicate Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system features, this...
Page 50: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Make sure there are no With the vehicle off, press obstructions blocking the the front overhead console to turn sensors in the front overhead off the feature. console. The indicator light will come on Close DVD screens before momentarily, indicating that these leaving the vehicle.
Page 51: Exterior Mirrors
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the RKE transmitter appears to be Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors undamaged, try another transmitter or place the transmitter in the Convex Mirrors transmitter pocket/insert next to the center console storage area Warning between the driver and front passenger seats.
Page 52: Heated Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Power Folding Mirrors Automatic Dimming Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Mirror To power fold the mirrors: The driver outside mirror 1. Press to fold the mirrors automatically adjusts for the glare of inward. headlamps from behind. 2.
Page 53: Interior Mirrors
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle. Check the blind spot Interior Mirrors 1. When the approaching vehicle is mirror for a vehicle in the blind a long distance away, the image zone. Then, glance over your in the main mirror is small and Interior Rearview Mirrors shoulder to double check before near the inboard edge of the...
Page 54: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Child-View Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up.
Page 55 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down Windows window will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up Windows that have the feature to work. express-down feature allow the To reprogram the power windows: windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the 1.
Page 56: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-27 window returns to normal operation In this mode, the window can still Sun Visors once the obstacle or condition is close on an object in its path. Use removed. care when using the override mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Override...
Page 57: Roof
2-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: From the closed position, If an object is in the path of the press the rear of switch (2) to vent sunroof while it is closing, the the sunroof. anti-pinch feature will detect the Sunroof object and stop the sunroof.
Page 58: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-19 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-37 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-24 Airbag System Check .
Page 59: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 60: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Press and hold the control up to To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment increase upper lumbar support Move the seat forward or and decrease lower lumbar rearward by sliding the control support. forward or rearward. Press and hold the control down Raise or lower the front part of to increase lower lumbar support the seat cushion by moving the...
Page 62 Seats and Restraints Tilt the top of the control forward Memory Seats to raise. Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions If the Auto Memory Recall feature is 3. Immediately press and hold enabled in the vehicle until two beeps sound. To store positions to the 1 and 2 personalization menu, then do one buttons: Manually Recalling Memory of the following to recall the 1 or 1.
Page 64: Heated And Cooled Front Seats
Seats and Restraints The vehicle is turned off with the RKE transmitters are not labeled Heated and Cooled Front driver door open. with a number. If your memory seat Seats position is stored to 1 or 2 but Obstructions this position is not automatically If something has blocked the driver Warning recalling, then change the stored...
Page 65 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the The heated or cooled seat indicator highest setting. With each press of lights do not turn on during a remote the button, the seat will change to start. the next lower setting, and then to The temperature performance of an the off setting.
Page 66: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The buttons are on the rear of the Second Row Seats center console. Reclining Seatbacks Heated Rear Seats Press to heat the left To recline the seatback: outboard or right outboard seat cushion. Warning Press the button once for the If you cannot feel temperature highest setting.
Page 67 3-10 Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Warning Caution (Continued) Feature If either seatback is not locked, it belts and return them to their Warning could move forward in a sudden normal stowed position before stop or crash. That could cause folding a rear seat.
Page 68: Third Row Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-11 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard Folding and Tumbling the Seat side of the seat, to release the from the Third Row Seat seatback. Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 69 3-12 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) when the vehicle is in motion. People in the vehicle could be injured in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position before driving the vehicle. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Folding and Tumbling the Seat Caution from the Cargo Area Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Page 71 3-14 Seats and Restraints 2. Press the button (1) on the side To return the seat to the sitting Caution (Continued) trim of the cargo area to fold the position from the tumbled position: seatback. 1. Pull the seat down until both belts and return them to their The left button folds the left sides of the seat are latched to...
Page 72 Seats and Restraints 3-15 2. Third Row Power Seat 4. Disconnect the rear safety belt Returning the Seatback to the Buttons mini-latch, using a key in the slot Upright Position on the mini-buckle, and let the To fold the seatback: belt retract into the headliner.
Page 73: Safety Belts
3-16 Seats and Restraints 2. Press and hold the switch (2) on 3. Reconnect the center safety belt Safety Belts the side trim of the cargo area to mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do This section of the manual raise the seatback. not let it twist.
Page 74: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 75: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-18 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 76: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Lap-Shoulder Belt If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all All seating positions in the vehicle the way, the child restraint have a lap-shoulder belt. locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go If you are using a rear seating back all the way and start again.
Page 77 3-20 Seats and Restraints For front seating positions, if the 3. Push the latch plate into the webbing locks in the latch plate buckle until it clicks. If you find before it reaches the buckle, tilt that the latch plate will not go the latch plate flat to unlock.
Page 78: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Push down on the release button to move the height adjuster to the The vehicle has a shoulder belt desired position. height adjuster for the driver and Move the adjuster up by pushing up front outboard passenger positions.
Page 79 3-22 Seats and Restraints Pretensioners work only once. If the shoulder belt, the comfort guide 1. Remove the guide from its pretensioners activate in a crash, positions the shoulder belt away storage clip on the interior trim the pretensioners and probably from the neck and head.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Third Row Center Seating Position Comfort guides for the third row center seating position are available from your dealer. Instructions are included with the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not 4. Buckle, position, and release the twisted and it lies flat.
Page 81: Safety Belt Use During
3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 82: Replacing Safety Belt System
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Airbag System Warning Warning (Continued) The vehicle has the following Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary airbags: It may severely weaken them. In replacements made as soon as A frontal airbag for the driver. a crash, they might not be able to possible.
Page 83 3-26 Seats and Restraints All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things Warning AIRBAG on the trim or on an to know about the airbag system: attached label near the deployment Because airbags inflate with great opening.
Page 84: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags There is an airbag readiness light and/or roof-rail airbags. on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.
Page 85 3-28 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger The front center airbag is in the Side Similar frontal airbag is in the passenger inboard side of the driver seatback. side instrument panel. The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Page 86: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-29 When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with or even death. The path of an airbags. See Airbag System on inflating airbag must be kept page 3-25. Airbags are designed to clear.
Page 87: What Makes An Airbag
3-30 Seats and Restraints It depends on what is hit, the The front center airbag is designed roof-rail airbags are designed to direction of the impact, and how to inflate in moderate to severe side inflate during a rollover or in a quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 88: How Does An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-31 How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come types of collisions, primarily into contact with you may be warm, Restrain? because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may not toward those airbags.
Page 89: Passenger Sensing
3-32 Seats and Restraints crash. A new system will include Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual problems following an airbag system, brake and steering for the vehicle covers the need deployment, you should seek systems, etc.
Page 90 Seats and Restraints 3-33 certain conditions. No other airbag Warning is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger seat airbag inflates.
Page 91 3-34 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing has outgrown child restraints should Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front wear a safety belt outboard passenger frontal airbag, properly whether or not there is Secure rear-facing child restraints the off indicator will light and stay lit an airbag for that person.
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-35 If the On Indicator is Lit for a lock-off, make sure the safety The passenger sensing system may belt retractor is locked by pulling or may not turn off the airbag for a Child Restraint the shoulder belt all the way out child in a child restraint depending The passenger sensing system is of the retractor before tightening...
Page 93 3-36 Seats and Restraints If this happens, use the following then buckle the belt again Additional Factors Affecting steps to allow the system to detect without pulling the belt out all System Operation that person and enable the front the way. Safety belts help keep the outboard passenger frontal airbag: 6.
Page 94: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints 3-37 The on indicator may be lit if an purchase a service manual, see The operation of the airbag system object, such as a briefcase, Service Publications Ordering can also be affected by changing handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Information on page 13-11.
Page 95: Airbag System Check
3-38 Seats and Restraints of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System interfere with the operation of the Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need passenger sensing system. This regularly scheduled maintenance or could either prevent proper replacement.
Page 96: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-39 If the airbag readiness light stays on Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that after the vehicle is started or comes come with the booster seat state the on when you are driving, the airbag weight and height limitations for that Older Children system may not work properly.
Page 97 3-40 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue. If no, who are buckled up, or can be return to the booster seat.
Page 98: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be the way back into the retractor, Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. but it cannot do this if it is protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal wrapped around a child s neck.
Page 99 3-42 Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Never hold an infant or a child the front outboard seat, always while riding in a vehicle. Due to move the front passenger seat as crash forces, an infant or a child far back as it will go. will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash.
Page 100 Seats and Restraints 3-43 weight, height, and age but also Warning Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor To reduce the risk of neck and any bony structure. This alone vehicle in which it will be used. head injury during a crash, infants could cause serious or fatal For most basic types of child...
Page 101: Child Restraint Systems
3-44 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 102: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 103 3-46 Seats and Restraints Whenever possible, children aged When securing a child restraint in a Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in rear seating position, study the a rear seating position. instructions that came with the child front passenger airbag inflates restraint to make sure it is The vehicle is equipped with a front and the passenger seat is in a...
Page 104: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-47 properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle s anchorage system once the the vehicle even when no child is safety belts to secure the child in combined weight is more than in it. the booster seat.
Page 105 3-48 Seats and Restraints Lower anchors (1) are metal bars forward movement and rotation of Lower Anchor and Top Tether built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint during driving or in Anchor Locations lower anchors for each LATCH a crash.
Page 106 Seats and Restraints 3-49 To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats. For third row seats, the top tether anchor symbol is on the flipper Second Row Bucket Third Row Seat...
Page 107 3-50 Seats and Restraints Second Row Seat Bucket Second Row Seat 60/40 Third Row Seat For models with bucket second row For models with 60/40 second row For the third row seat, the top tether seating, the top tether anchors are seating, the top tether anchors are anchors are on the back of the at the bottom rear of the seat...
Page 108: System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) Warning child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety Children can be seriously injured According to accident statistics, belts to secure the restraint, or strangled if a shoulder belt is children and infants are safer when following the instructions that...
Page 109 3-52 Seats and Restraints This system is designed to make Restraint Removal and Caution installation of child restraints easier. Reinstallation under Lower When using lower anchors, do not Anchors and Tethers for Do not let the LATCH use the vehicle's safety belts. Children (LATCH System) on attachments rub against the Instead use the vehicle's anchors...
Page 110 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the position you are using If the position you are using the top tether according to does not have a head does not have a head your child restraint restraint and you are using restraint and you are using instructions and the a single tether, route the...
Page 111 3-54 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using If the position you are using move it side to side and back has an adjustable head has a fixed head restraint and forth. There should be no restraint and you are using and you are using a single more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of a single tether, raise the...
Page 112: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-55 3. When the child restraint is Replacing LATCH System removed, reinstall the head Parts After a Crash restraint before the seating position is used. Warning Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged With head restraints that are not LATCH system may not properly installed and adjusted properly,...
Page 113: Securing Child Restraints
3-56 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that be removed. See Head forward-facing child restraints have Restraint Removal and (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be Reinstallation under Lower attached. Anchors and Tethers for When securing a child restraint in a Children (LATCH System) on rear seating position, study the...
Page 114 Seats and Restraints 3-57 3. Push the latch plate into the 6. If the child restraint has a top buckle until it clicks. tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions If the latch plate will not go fully regarding the use of the top into the buckle, check to see if tether.
Page 115: Securing Child Restraints
3-58 Seats and Restraints seating position is used. See Head Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) Restraint Removal and the front. This is because the risk to Reinstallation under Lower Anchors the rear-facing child is so great if the will not deploy under some and Tethers for Children (LATCH airbag deploys.
Page 116 Seats and Restraints 3-59 the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child In Canada, the law requires that restraint instructions will show forward-facing child restraints have...
Page 117 3-60 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 118: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press and hold to open. Compartments There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Press and hold again to close.
Page 119: Sunglasses Storage
Storage To remove the cupholder for Rear Storage Center Console Storage cleaning, press together the front top center of the cupholder and pull out from the chrome ring. Sunglasses Storage There is storage in the floor of the Pull the handle and lift to access. rear cargo area.
Page 120: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage 2. Let the cover move forward to 5. Pull lightly on the cover holder to the full retracted position. make sure it is secure. Features To remove the cover: On long wheelbase models there are two cover positions. The slots 1.
Page 121: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof Rack System Do not exceed the maximum vehicle Caution capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning capacity and loading, see Vehicle that weighs more than 100 kg Load Limits on page 9-14. If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp...
Page 122: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-27 Gauge ..... . 5-15 Security Light .
Page 123: Controls
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Messages ....5-42 while driving. Ride Control System Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Messages .
Page 124: Horn
Instruments and Controls (Heated Steering Wheel): Press (Low Speed): Slow wipes. FRONT is then moved to to turn it on or off. A light next to the OFF before the driver door is INT (Intermittent Wipes): Turn button displays when the feature is opened or within 10 minutes, the FRONT band up for more turned on.
Page 125 Instruments and Controls sensitivity positions, the wipers can Wiper Arm Assembly Protection be adjusted for more or less When using an automatic car wash, sensitivity to moisture by adjusting move the windshield wiper lever to the INT position. When turned off, OFF.
Page 126: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls To turn the rear wiper on, slide the Rear Wiper Arm Assembly (Washer Fluid): Push the lever to a wiper position. Protection paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the turn OFF: Turns the wiper off. When using an automatic car wash, signal lever to spray washer fluid move the rear wiper control to OFF...
Page 127: Compass
Instruments and Controls This feature can be turned on or off. GPS signal. The compass system Auto Set requires an OnStar See Vehicle Personalization on will automatically determine when a subscription. page 5-49. GPS signal is restored and provide If auto timing is set, the time a heading again.
Page 128: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls One in the third row seat on the To set the clock display: 2. Press Set Time and press driver side. to increase or decrease 1. Press the SETTINGS screen One in the rear cargo area on hours, minutes, and AM or PM.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls operate using Retained Certain power accessory plugs may Warning Accessory Power (RAP) or not be compatible with the battery power modes. If these accessory power outlet and could Power is always supplied to the power outlets are used while in overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 130 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt The indicator light does not come on The power outlet is not designed for when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or the following, and may not work Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated properly if they are plugged in: If equipped with this power outlet, it into the outlet.
Page 131: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 132: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Standard Theme Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 133 5-12 Instruments and Controls Info App. This is where the Cluster Menu If there is an active call, mute the selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be operation. in the center of the instrument viewed.
Page 134: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 desired item is highlighted. Software Information: Displays Tachometer A checkmark will be displayed next open source software information. The tachometer displays the engine to the selected item. speed in revolutions per Speedometer Display Themes: There are three minute (rpm).
Page 135: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some Engine Oil Pressure owners ask about. None of these Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 136: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-15 PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Engine Coolant under Engine Oil Messages on Temperature Gauge page 5-40 and Engine Oil on page 10-6. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine.
Page 137: Transmission Temperature
5-16 Instruments and Controls Transmission Temperature Gauge English, Standard Theme Shown English, Standard Theme Shown This gauge measures the This gauge appears when the temperature of the vehicle's engine vehicle is in Tow/Haul Mode and Metric, Standard Theme Shown coolant. shows the transmission fluid temperature.
Page 138: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 When the engine is running, this The vehicle can only be driven for a Caution gauge shows the condition of the short time with the readings outside charging system. The gauge can the normal operating range. If the Do not drive the vehicle while the transition from a higher to lower or a vehicle must be driven, turn off all...
Page 139: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls When the vehicle is started, this For vehicles equipped with the Airbag Readiness Light light flashes and a chime may come passenger safety belt reminder light, This light shows if there is an on to remind the driver to fasten when the vehicle is started this light electrical problem with the airbag their safety belt.
Page 140: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-19 important safety information. The If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning passenger airbag status indicator is lit on the passenger airbag status in the overhead console. indicator, it means that the front If the airbag readiness light stays outboard passenger frontal airbag is on after the vehicle is started or allowed to inflate.
Page 141: Charging System Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to Warning It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The started. malfunction indicator lamp comes If the airbag readiness light ever on when the vehicle is placed in If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 142 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Avoid hard accelerations. assists the service technician in Caution (Continued) correctly diagnosing any Avoid steep uphill grades. malfunction. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as emission controls and can cause Caution soon as it is possible.
Page 143 5-22 Instruments and Controls improperly installed. A loose or diagnostic tools to fix any The vehicle may not pass missing fuel cap allows fuel to mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: evaporate into the atmosphere. that might have developed. The malfunction indicator lamp is A few driving trips with the cap on with the engine running, or if Emissions Inspection and...
Page 144: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-23 system readiness, your dealer This light should come on briefly Warning can prepare the vehicle for when the engine is started. If it does inspection. not come on then, have it fixed so it The brake system might not be will be ready to warn if there is a working properly if the brake Brake System Warning...
Page 145: Four-Wheel-Drive Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls If the light does not come on, have it Four-Wheel-Drive Light Tow/Haul Mode Light fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle.
Page 146: Vehicle Ahead Indicator
Instruments and Controls 5-25 ® This light changes to amber and Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-65.
Page 147: Traction Control System
5-26 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic Caution (Continued) Stability Control on page 9-41. ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light with this light on can damage the Engine Coolant engine and it may not be covered Temperature Warning by the vehicle warranty. See Light Engine Overheating on page 10-15.
Page 148: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light This light should come on briefly as Monitor System (TPMS), this light the engine is started. If it does not comes on briefly when the engine is come on, have the vehicle serviced Caution started.
Page 149: Security Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls Security Light High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-5 for more information. Lamps On Reminder The security light should come on This light comes on when the briefly as the engine is started.
Page 150: Door Ajar Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 The cruise control light is white Door Ajar Light Information Displays when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the Driver Information cruise control is set and active. Center (DIC) See Cruise Control on page 9-45. The DIC displays are shown in the Adaptive Cruise Control Light center of the instrument cluster in...
Page 151 5-30 Instruments and Controls The Average Fuel Economy display : Press to move between 6. Press while an item is shows the approximate average the interactive display zones in the highlighted to select or deselect liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) cluster.
Page 152 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Fuel Range and Instantaneous The display will show the amount of Maintenance Schedule. See Fuel Economy: Shows the time that has passed since the timer Maintenance Schedule on approximate distance the vehicle was last reset. To stop the timer, page 11-2.
Page 153 5-32 Instruments and Controls Best Fuel Economy: Displays is displayed in 0 to 10 bars. Dashes Press and hold to clear the graph average fuel economy, the best fuel may appear in the OUTPUT display or press to reset through economy over the selected if a trailer is not connected.
Page 154: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Head-Up Display (HUD) Caution Warning If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may If the HUD image is too bright or misjudge the distance and too high in your field of view, it damage your vehicle.
Page 155 5-34 Instruments and Controls Lane Departure 3. Use the following settings to HUD Views adjust the HUD. Low Fuel There are four views in the HUD. (Image Adjustment): Press Some vehicle information and Some vehicle messages or alerts vehicle messages or alerts may be down or lift up to center the HUD displayed in the HUD may be displayed in any view.
Page 156 Instruments and Controls 5-35 only appears on vehicles that have All HUD views may briefly display Navigation View: This displays the these features, and when they are audio information when the driver speed view along with Turn-by-Turn active. uses the steering wheel controls to Navigation information.
Page 157: Vehicle Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls HUD is adjusted to the proper Care of the HUD Vehicle Messages height. Clean the inside of the windshield to Messages displayed on the DIC Polarized sunglasses are remove any dirt or film that could indicate the status of the vehicle or not worn.
Page 158: Battery Voltage And Charging
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages CHARGING SYSTEM Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW On some vehicles, this message BATTERY LOW START This message is displayed when the displays if there is a problem with VEHICLE brake fluid level is low.
Page 159: Compass Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls When this message displays, power Cruise Control Messages FRONT RADAR BLOCKED is no longer available to the trailer SEE OWNERS MANUAL ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET brakes. This message can display when: TO XXX As soon as it is safe to do so, The radar is not clean.
Page 160: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE obstructions, and close the door added strain on a hot engine, the air again. Check to see if the message conditioning compressor CONTROL still appears on the DIC. automatically turns off. When the If this message displays, take the coolant temperature returns to HOOD OPEN...
Page 161: Engine Oil Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Engine ENGINE On some vehicles, this message Oil on page 10-6. displays when the engine oil level This message displays and a chime may be too low.
Page 162: Fuel System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 this message stays on, the vehicle atmosphere. A few driving trips with NO REMOTE DETECTED should be taken to your dealer for the cap properly installed should PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART service as soon as possible. turn this light and message off.
Page 163: Lamp Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls Lamp Messages last-second automatic braking This message may also be capability is still provided with the displayed if there is a problem with TURN SIGNAL ON Alert setting, but braking is less the StabiliTrak system. likely to occur. See Active This message displays and a chime FORWARD COLLISION Emergency Braking System on...
Page 164 Instruments and Controls 5-43 when it is temporarily unavailable. SERVICE FRONT CAMERA Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features The LDW system does not need will not work. Take the vehicle to If this message remains on after service. your dealer. continued driving, the vehicle needs This message could be due to the service.
Page 165: Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE SUSPENSION See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-41. If this SYSTEM Messages message continues to be displayed If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride for multiple ignition cycles and on SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM Control suspension system, this different road surfaces, see your message displays when the...
Page 166: Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 normally leave StabiliTrak on. See The message turns off as soon as Steering System Traction Control/Electronic Stability the conditions that caused the Messages Control on page 9-41. message to be displayed are no longer present. STEERING ASSIST IS STABILITRAK OFF may also REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE display when the stability control...
Page 167: Tire Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages See Tire Inspection on page 10-54, the tire pressure values. See Driver Tire Rotation on page 10-55, Tire Information Center (DIC) on SERVICE TIRE MONITOR Pressure Monitor System on page 5-29. SYSTEM page 10-50, and Tire Pressure on Transmission Messages page 10-48.
Page 168 Instruments and Controls 5-47 in N (Neutral), this message will the shift lever. See Tow/Haul Mode you begin driving, the display until the transmission is on page 9-34, Automatic four-wheel-drive system needs shifted to N (Neutral). Transmission on page 9-29, and service.
Page 169: Vehicle Reminder
5-48 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the ENGINE Messages side of the road and turn the ignition This message displays and a chime off.
Page 170: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-49 This message clears itself after Vehicle Personalization Menus several seconds. This message also The following list of menu items may Personalization clears if you acknowledge it. After be available: this message clears, the TRAILER Use the audio system controls to Time and Date GAIN and OUTPUT displays appear access the personalization menus...
Page 171 5-50 Instruments and Controls Language (Language) Teen Driver (If Equipped) Select Off or On. Select Language, then select from Press and the following may Teen Driver Speed Limiter the available language(s). display: If equipped, this allows the The selected language will display View Report Card maximum speed limit of the vehicle on the system, and voice...
Page 172 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Clear All Teen Keys/PIN Select the desired number or select adjusted to this level. To set the Auto and the infotainment system maximum startup volume, press + This allows all Teen Driver keys and will automatically adjust the number to increase or decrease.
Page 173 5-52 Instruments and Controls Auto Compartment Zone Temp Auto Rear Defog Auto Collision Preparation Auto Defog If equipped, this feature will This feature will turn on or off the automatically turn on the rear Forward Collision Alert feature as Auto Rear Defog window defogger when it is cold well as the automatic braking Auto Fan Max Speed...
Page 174 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Easy Exit Options Park Assist Reverse Tilt Mirror Chime Volume This allows the feature to be turned When on, the driver and/or on or off. See Assistance Systems passenger mirrors will tilt downward Reverse Tilt Mirror for Parking or Backing on when the vehicle is shifted to Auto Mirror Folding...
Page 175 5-54 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Lighting Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Delayed Door Lock Select the Lighting menu and the Select Remote Lock, Unlock, Start following may display: and the following may display: Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Vehicle Locator Lights Remote Unlock Light Feedback When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the...
Page 176 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Pair New Device This allows selection of which doors This allows passive locking to be Select to pair a new device. See turned on or off and selects Pairing in Infotainment Controls will unlock when pressing on the feedback.
Page 177 5-56 Instruments and Controls Voice Mode Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select to change the display of the Select to turn Off or On. Select and the following may infotainment system. display: Rear Park Assist Symbols Select Auto, Day, or Night. Prompt Length Select to turn Off or On.
Page 178: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-57 Restore Radio Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener This allows selection to restore System that does not have the stop and radio settings. reverse feature. This includes any See Radio Frequency Statement on Select Restore or Cancel.
Page 179 5-58 Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6.
Page 180 Instruments and Controls 5-59 does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does replace Step 2 under Programming...
Page 181: Operation
5-60 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.
Page 182: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-6 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 183: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, 10 minutes after the ignition is Headlamp High/ the off position will only work when turned off. When the headlamps are Low-Beam Changer the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). turned on while the vehicle is off, the headlamps will stay on for (Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Automatically...
Page 184: Daytime Running
Lighting The exterior lamp control is to pass. It works even if the Automatic Headlamp in AUTO. headlamps are in the automatic System position. The transmission is not in When the exterior lamp control is P (Park). To use it, pull the turn signal lever set to AUTO and it is dark enough toward you, then release it.
Page 185: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark in AUTO, the headlamps, parking (Hazard Warning Flashers): garage, the automatic headlamp lamps, and other exterior lamps Press this button to make the front system comes on immediately. If it come on. The transition time for the and rear turn signal lamps flash on is light outside when the vehicle lamps coming on varies based on...
Page 186 Lighting Raise or lower the lever for less Driver Information Center (DIC). To (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the than one second until the arrow turn the chime and message off, fog lamps on or off. A light will come starts to flash to signal a lane move the turn signal lever to the off on in the instrument cluster.
Page 187: Dome Lamps
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps To change the dome lamp settings, press the following: Instrument Panel OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open. Illumination Control DOOR: The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened. ON: Turns all dome lamps on.
Page 188: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features turned off. The exterior lamps and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time, then automatically Entry Lighting turn off. Some exterior lamps turn on briefly The exterior lamps turn off at night, or in areas with limited immediately by turning the exterior lighting, when is pressed on the...
Page 189: Battery Power Protection
Lighting Driver Information Center (DIC), needed. It can temporarily reduce if equipped, may show the voltage the power demands of some moving up or down. This is normal. accessories. If there is a problem, an alert will be Normally, these actions occur in displayed.
Page 190: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 and voice or speech recognition.
Page 191 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 192: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls Systems 4. Fan Control Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate 5. Defrost Dual Automatic Climate Control Control System System ..... . 8-1 6.
Page 193 Climate Controls Front Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to Press AUTO to return to automatic cool the vehicle faster, recirculation operation. Automatic Operation may be automatically selected in Driver and Passenger warm weather. The system automatically controls Temperature Control: The the fan speed, air delivery, air The recirculation light will not come temperature can be adjusted...
Page 194 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the and the air conditioning compressor inside the vehicle. When high automatic operation and the system will run, unless the outside humidity is detected, the climate goes into manual mode. Press temperature is close to freezing. control system may adjust to AUTO to return to automatic outside air supply and turn on the...
Page 195 Climate Controls except rear temperature are Remote Start Climate Control Caution manually adjusted, this cancels full Operation automatic operation. If equipped with the remote start Using a razor blade or sharp feature, the climate control system Fan Control: Press up or down to object to clear the inside rear will come on when the vehicle is increase or decrease the rear...
Page 196: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls There is also an exterior Automatic Operation temperature sensor behind the front AUTO: Press AUTO to control the grille. This sensor reads the outside inside temperature, air delivery, and air temperature and helps maintain fan speed. A is indicated in the the temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 197: Air Vents
Climate Controls MODE (Air Delivery Mode Air Vents Operation Tips Control): Press to change the Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. or leaves from the air inlets at center and on the side of the Repeatedly press the button until the base of the windshield that...
Page 198: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 1.
Page 199 Climate Controls 4. Release the two tabs holding the directly to the atmosphere is harmful service door. Open the service to the environment and may also door and remove the old filter. create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, 5.
Page 200: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-25 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-25 Stability Control .
Page 201: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-67 distractions.
Page 202: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 203: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an Steering in Emergencies vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power There are some situations when normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced.
Page 204: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid The vehicle's right wheels can drop material on the road. Learn to too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
Page 205 Driving and Operating One of the best ways for successful To gain more ground clearance if Warning (Continued) off-road driving is to control the needed, it may be necessary to speed. remove the front fascia lower air passengers can be struck by dam.
Page 206 Driving and Operating Environmental Concerns Warning (Continued) Warning Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been cause a rollover. You could be Driving to the top of a hill at high set aside for public off-road injured or killed. Do not drive on speed can cause an accident.
Page 207 Driving and Operating If you cannot make it up the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) hill, back straight down the hill. P (Park). This is because the cause loss of control and you or Never back down a hill in N (Neutral) position on the others could be injured or killed.
Page 208 Driving and Operating up or down might be too steep to Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning drive across. Driving across an snow and ice and it is easy to lose incline puts more weight on the control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the downhill wheels, which could driving on hard packed snow...
Page 209: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) Warning Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or ground from under your tires. Wet brakes can cause crashes. chassis, or under the hood. These Traction could be lost, and the They might not work as well in a accumulations can be a fire hazard.
Page 210: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 Turn off cruise control. Hydroplaning Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Hill and Mountain Roads can build up under the vehicle's Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Driving on steep hills or through tires so they actually ride on the or with the ignition off is mountains is different than driving water.
Page 211: Winter Driving
9-12 Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-39. Warning Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on or ice between the tires and the any slippery road and watch for...
Page 212: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-13 If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument speed, they can explode, and you...
Page 213: Vehicle Load Limits
9-14 Driving and Operating gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Vehicle Load Limits the forward and reverse directions It is very important to know how causes a rocking motion that could much weight your vehicle can free the vehicle. If that does not get carry.
Page 214 Driving and Operating 9-15 open, you will find the label the front and rear axles. See Warning (Continued) attached below the door lock Certification/Tire Label later in post (striker). The tire and this section. vehicle handles. This could loading information label shows cause loss of control and a Steps for Determining Correct the number of occupant seating...
Page 215 9-16 Driving and Operating there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 216 Driving and Operating 9-17 weight of the driver, passengers The GVWR includes the weight and cargo should never exceed of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel your vehicle's capacity weight. and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 217 9-18 Driving and Operating weight ratings. Ask your dealer Warning Warning (Continued) to help you load your vehicle the right way. Do not load the vehicle any Never stack heavier heavier than the Gross If you put things inside your things, like suitcases, Vehicle Weight Rating inside the vehicle so that...
Page 218: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting and No adjustment to the pedals can be Caution (Continued) made when the vehicle is in Operating R (Reverse) or while using cruise broken in. Hard stops with control. new linings can mean New Vehicle Break-In premature wear and earlier replacement.
Page 219: Ignition Positions
9-20 Driving and Operating Before you start driving, fully press Pressing the button cycles it through If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the the brake pedal to confirm the three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, ignition will return to ACC/ adjustment is right for you. While ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the ACCESSORY and display the driving, make only small...
Page 220 Driving and Operating 9-21 If the vehicle must be shut off in an The ignition will switch from ACC/ Warning emergency: ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while rundown.
Page 221: Starting The Engine
9-22 Driving and Operating The instruments and audio systems Driver Information Center (DIC), Caution will operate as they do in ON/RUN, hold the ignition switch in the but the vehicle will not be able to be START position to continue If you add electrical parts or driven.
Page 222 Driving and Operating 9-23 cranking motor to cool down. Starting Procedure (Keyless Caution When the engine starts, let go of Access) the key and accelerator. If the 1. With the Keyless Access Cranking the engine for long vehicle starts briefly but then system, the RKE transmitter periods of time, by returning the stops again, do the same thing.
Page 223: Engine Heater
9-24 Driving and Operating starts briefly but then stops 2. Open the hood and unwrap the Warning (Continued) again, do the same thing. This electrical cord. The cord is by clears the extra gasoline from the left front fender, next to the function.
Page 224: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-25 The length of time the heater should door is opened. The radio continues Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on to work for up to 10 minutes or until several factors. Ask a dealer in the the driver door is opened.
Page 225: Torque Lock
9-26 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with Warning (Continued) the engine running, be sure the Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the case is in a drive gear. If towing a parking brake is firmly set before Warning trailer, see Driving Characteristics...
Page 226: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-27 When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always Parking over Things the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an That Burn you release the parking brake. uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery.
Page 227: Engine Exhaust
9-28 Driving and Operating or merging onto a freeway, the Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) system will maintain full-cylinder operation. There are holes or openings Warning If the vehicle has an Active Fuel in the vehicle body from Management indicator, see Driver damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon Information Center (DIC) on...
Page 228: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-29 Running the Vehicle Automatic increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See Torque Lock under While Parked Transmission Shifting Into Park on page 9-25. It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic engine running.
Page 229 9-30 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the Shifting out of P (Park) or the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-13. vehicle will be free to roll even N (Neutral) with the engine...
Page 230: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-31 Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode In some cases, this could appear to M (Manual Mode): This position when towing a trailer, carrying a be a delayed shift, however the allows selection of a range of gears heavy load, driving on steep hills, transmission is operating normally.
Page 231: Manual Mode
9-32 Driving and Operating when driving on downhill grades by Manual Mode Hold the plus/minus buttons on the using the engine and transmission shift lever to select the highest or Range Selection Mode to slow the vehicle. The first time lowest range available for the the system engages for each current vehicle speed.
Page 232 Driving and Operating 9-33 In vehicles with gasoline engines, Gear before when the shift lever is moved from shifting from D D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a (Drive) to M downshift may occur. The gear that (Manual Mode) the transmission is operating in Range after when the shift lever is moved from shifting from...
Page 233: Tow/Haul Mode
9-34 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode button. When the Tow/Haul Mode is Caution (Continued) enabled, a light on the instrument cluster will come on. the vehicle warranty. If you are See Tow/Haul Mode Light on stuck, do not spin the tires. When page 5-24 and Hill and Mountain stopping on a hill, use the brakes Roads on page 9-11.
Page 234: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-35 released, the requested mode Drive Systems Warning change is made. A DIC message is displayed. See Transmission Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to Messages on page 5-46. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive See Towing Equipment on to roll even if the transmission is engages the front axle for extra...
Page 235 9-36 Driving and Operating ignition is turned on and one will Shifting into 4 will turn Traction 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): Use stay on. If the lights display ® Control and StabiliTrak off. See for driving on most streets and momentarily when the ignition is in Traction Control/Electronic Stability highways.
Page 236 Driving and Operating 9-37 Shifting into 4 will turn Traction To shift into 4 : case will shift to 4 . Turn the knob Control and StabiliTrak off. See to 4 to display the indicator. With 1. The ignition must be in ON/RUN Traction Control/Electronic Stability the vehicle moving less than 5 km/h and the vehicle must be stopped...
Page 237 9-38 Driving and Operating 4. Shift the transmission to 9. Place the transmission shift Caution N (Neutral). lever in P (Park). See Recreational Vehicle Towing on Shifting the transmission into gear 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 . page 10-77. before the requested mode 6.
Page 238: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-39 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 239: Parking Brake
9-40 Driving and Operating Parking Brake Brake Assist Caution The Brake Assist feature is Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving conditions.
Page 240: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
Driving and Operating 9-41 Hill Start Assist (HSA) when the accelerator pedal is Ride Control Systems applied within the two-second Vehicles with StabiliTrak have an window. If the vehicle is equipped Traction Control/ HSA feature, which may be useful with the Integrated Trailer Brake when the vehicle is stopped on a Electronic Stability Control (ITBC) system, HSA may...
Page 241 9-42 Driving and Operating Turn on and stay on when either vehicle wheel brakes to assist the page 9-13 and Turning the system is not working. driver in keeping the vehicle on the Systems Off and On later in this intended path.
Page 242: Magnetic Ride Control
Driving and Operating 9-43 Turning the Systems Off StabiliTrak will automatically turn on press and release the button. The if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h and On traction off light displayed in the (35 mph). Traction control will instrument cluster will turn off. remain off.
Page 243: Locking Rear Axle
9-44 Driving and Operating position of the vehicle. The Automatic Level Control turned to ON/RUN and will controller then sends signals to automatically adjust vehicle height The Automatic Level Control (ALC) each shock absorber to thereafter. The system may exhaust rear suspension is available on independently adjust the damping (lower vehicle height) for up to...
Page 244: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-45 Cruise Control For an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the Range Selection Mode, Tow/Haul Mode, Warning and Grade Braking systems. See Grade Braking underTow/Haul Cruise control can be dangerous Mode on page 9-34. where you cannot drive safely at This vehicle has StabiliTrak and a steady speed.
Page 245 9-46 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in The cruise control indicator on the (Cancel): Press to disengage small increments, briefly press instrument cluster turns green after cruise control without erasing the +RES. For each press, the cruise control has been set to the set speed from memory.
Page 246: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-47 The speedometer reading can be downhill, Cruise Grade Braking Ending Cruise Control displayed in either English or metric helps maintain the driver selected There are four ways to end cruise units. See Instrument Cluster on speed. control: page 5-11.
Page 247 9-48 Driving and Operating your path, moving in the same Warning Warning (Continued) direction. If no vehicle is detected in your path, ACC works like regular ACC has limited braking ability Do not use Adaptive Cruise cruise control. ACC uses a radar and may not have time to slow Control when: sensor.
Page 248 Driving and Operating 9-49 4. Remove foot from the (Cancel): Press to disengage accelerator. ACC without erasing the selected set speed. After ACC is set, it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead (Follow Distance Gap): Press is detected closer than the selected to select a following gap time (or following gap.
Page 249 9-50 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed (DIC) and HUD, if equipped. See Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Cruise Control Messages on Set Speed If the ACC is set at a desired speed page 5-38. and then the brakes are applied, If ACC is already activated, do one ACC is disengaged without erasing of the following:...
Page 250 Driving and Operating 9-51 Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Since each gap setting corresponds Alerting the Driver to a following time (Far, Medium, When a slower moving vehicle is or Near), the following distance will detected ahead within the selected vary based on vehicle speed.
Page 251 9-52 Driving and Operating Collision/Detection Systems under selected follow gap. The vehicle Warning (Continued) Vehicle Personalization on speed increases or decreases to page 5-49. follow the vehicle in front of you, but could cause a crash. Use caution will not exceed the set speed. It may See Defensive Driving on page 9-3.
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-53 A message will appear on the DIC Curves in the Road Warning (Continued) indicating that cruise is disengaging. Warning The ACC active symbol will not be attention in curves and be ready displayed when ACC is no longer to use the brakes if necessary.
Page 253 9-54 Driving and Operating Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills. The driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on steep hills, especially when towing a trailer.
Page 254: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating 9-55 Cleaning the Sensing System Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) The radar sensor on the front of the Systems vehicle can become blocked by Under many conditions, these snow, ice, dirt, or mud. This area This vehicle may have features that systems will not: needs to be cleaned for ACC to work together to help avoid crashes...
Page 255: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
9-56 Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 1. View Displayed by the Camera Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an beeping.
Page 256 Driving and Operating 9-57 the ground and below bumper level. Warning These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid The RVC system does not display weather. Blocked sensors will not children, pedestrians, bicyclists, detect objects and can also cause crossing traffic, animals, or any false detections.
Page 257: Assistance Systems For Driving
9-58 Driving and Operating the front or rear depending on Turning the Features On or Off parking assist to work properly with object location, or both sides of the a small item attached to the trailer Safety Alert Seat will pulse five hitch.
Page 258: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating 9-59 Forward Collision Alert Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (FCA) System FCA is a warning system and If equipped, the FCA system may does not apply the brakes. When help to avoid or reduce the harm approaching a slower-moving or caused by front-end crashes.
Page 259 9-60 Driving and Operating Collision Alert as needed. Cruise control may be Warning (Continued) disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs. or ice, or if the windshield is Tailgating Alert damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, With HUD...
Page 260 Driving and Operating 9-61 of both alerts will vary based on the camera sensor behind the Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) vehicle speed. The faster the rearview mirror, and cleaning the IBA may activate when the brake vehicle speed, the farther away the front of the vehicle where radar pedal is applied quickly by providing alert will occur.
Page 261: System
9-62 Driving and Operating Automatic Collision Automatic Braking Warning (Continued) Preparation (ACP) System If ACP detects it is about to crash with the vehicle you are following Detect a vehicle ahead on When driving in a forward gear that is moving or has come to a winding or hilly roads.
Page 262: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-63 Side Blind Zone approaching these areas from Warning (Continued) behind. The LCA warning display Alert (SBZA) will light up in the corresponding override Automatic Braking, firmly outside side mirror and will flash if If equipped, the SBZA system is a press the accelerator pedal, if it is the turn signal is on.
Page 263 9-64 Driving and Operating How the System Works the next lane over in that blind zone or rapidly approaching that zone. The LCA symbol lights up in the If the turn signal is activated in the side mirrors when the system same direction as a detected detects a vehicle in the next lane vehicle, this display will flash as an...
Page 264: Lane Departure
Driving and Operating 9-65 trailer. The LCA detection zones instructions, see "Washing the Lane Departure that extend back from the side of Vehicle" under Exterior Care on Warning (LDW) the vehicle do not move further back page 10-82. If the DIC still displays when a trailer is towed.
Page 265 9-66 Driving and Operating How the System Works When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview proper condition; or if the sun The system may not detect lanes as mirror.
Page 266: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-67 Fuel higher. Regular unleaded gasoline available in some cities. If these rated at 87 octane or higher can be gasolines comply with the Use of the recommended fuel is an used, but acceleration and fuel previously described specification, important part of the proper economy will be reduced, and an then they are acceptable to use.
Page 267: California Fuel
9-68 Driving and Operating malfunction indicator lamp may turn Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by on. If this occurs, see your dealer General Motors. It is available at Countries for service. your dealer. If planning to drive in countries California Fuel Filling the Tank outside the U.S.
Page 268 Driving and Operating 9-69 nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Warning (Continued) surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care on page 10-82. Keep children away from the When replacing the fuel cap, insert fuel pump and never let the tether in its hole before children pump fuel.
Page 269: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-70 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Container keep it in contact with the fill shutting off the pump or by opening until filling is notifying the station attendant. Warning complete. Leave the area immediately. Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more while it is in the vehicle can cause...
Page 270: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-71 Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
Page 271 9-72 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Caution (Continued) amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The The vehicle could be damaged. longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as Avoid making very sharp turns vehicle itself.
Page 272 Driving and Operating 9-73 Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then the transmission to a lower gear if apply the parking brake and shift the transmission shifts too often into P (Park). Warning under heavy loads and/or hilly 5.
Page 273: Trailer Towing
9-74 Driving and Operating lubricant, belts, cooling system, and To identify the trailering capacity of Warning (Continued) brake system. It is a good idea to the vehicle, read the information in inspect these before and during Weight of the Trailer following. the vehicle warranty.
Page 274 Driving and Operating 9-75 Weight of the Trailer Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is calculated assuming the tow vehicle How heavy can a trailer safely be? has only the driver and all required It depends on how the rig is used. trailering equipment.
Page 275 9-76 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Yukon Denali 2WD 3.23/3.42 3 810 kg (8,400 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Yukon Denali AWD 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Yukon XL Denali 2WD 3.23/3.42...
Page 276 Driving and Operating 9-77 Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Do not exceed the maximum proper. If they are not, adjustments allowable tongue weight for the might be made by moving some vehicle.
Page 277: Towing Equipment
9-78 Driving and Operating to exceed the GVWR limit for the Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow Adjustment Hitches vehicle and trailer fully loaded for the trip including the weight of the The correct hitch equipment helps trailer tongue.
Page 278 Driving and Operating 9-79 the trailer to help prevent the tongue Since the vehicle is equipped with This will boost the vehicle system from contacting the road if it StabiliTrak, the trailer brakes cannot voltage and properly charge the becomes separated from the hitch. tap into the vehicle's hydraulic battery.
Page 279 9-80 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul at all will not cause damage. Mode on page 9-34.
Page 280 Driving and Operating 9-81 This symbol is on the Trailer Brake all of these systems are fully Trailer Brake Control Panel Control Panel on vehicles with an operational to ensure full ITBC system. The power output to functionality of the ITBC system. the trailer brakes is based on the The ITBC system is powered amount of brake pressure being...
Page 281 9-82 Driving and Operating Activate the Manual Trailer A trailer with electric brakes has along with the Trailer Brake Display Brake apply lever. become disconnected (a Page on the DIC to adjust and CHECK TRAILER WIRING display power output to the trailer TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be message will also display on brakes.
Page 282 Driving and Operating 9-83 The trailer's and the vehicle's brake Use the following to adjust Trailer 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time lamps will come on when either Gain for each towing condition: vehicle loading, trailer loading, vehicle brakes or manual trailer or road surface conditions 1.
Page 283 9-84 Driving and Operating CHECK TRAILER WIRING: This the trailer wiring. This message continues over multiple ignition message will display if: will also turn off if it is cycles, there is a problem with the acknowledged. ITBC system. Have the vehicle The ITBC system first serviced.
Page 284: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-85 Trailer Sway Conversions and Warning Control (TSC) Add-Ons Even if the vehicle is equipped Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a with TSC, trailer sway could result Add-On Electrical TSC feature. Trailer sway is in loss of control and the vehicle unintended side-to-side motion of a Equipment could crash.
Page 285 9-86 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 286: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....10-19 Electrical System Battery ..... 10-21 Electrical System Four-Wheel Drive .
Page 287 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-51 Jump Starting ....10-74 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 288: Warning
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 289: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to Before attempting to do your own find the secondary hood release. To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the The handle is under the front Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on edge of the hood near the page 3-37.
Page 290 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 291: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Always dispose of engine oil 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See properly. See What to Do with Starting on page 10-74. Brake Fluid on page 10-19. Used Oil in this section. 2. Battery on page 10-21. 11.
Page 292 Vehicle Care 10-7 to drain back into the oil pan. When to Add Engine Oil Caution Checking the oil level too soon after engine shutoff will not Do not add too much oil. Oil provide an accurate oil level levels above or below the reading.
Page 293 10-8 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution Oil Flushes Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The specification and viscosity grade. recommended oils meeting the engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and...
Page 294: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 from the filter before disposal. Never See Engine Oil Messages on How to Reset the Engine Oil dispose of oil by putting it in the page 5-40. Change the oil as soon Life System trash or pouring it on the ground, as possible within the next 1 000 km Reset the system whenever the into sewers, or into streams or...
Page 295: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care 3. Display the OIL LIFE procedure is difficult, this should be Engine Air Cleaner/Filter REMAINING on the DIC. If the done at the dealer. Contact the See Engine Compartment Overview display shows 100%, the system dealer for additional information or on page 10-5 for the location of the is reset.
Page 296 Vehicle Care 10-11 remains covered with dirt, a new 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by Warning filter is required. Never use loosening the air duct clamp (3). compressed air to clean the filter. 3. Disconnect the electrical Operating the engine with the air connector (2) and the connector Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ cleaner/filter off can cause you or...
Page 297: Cooling System
10-12 Vehicle Care Cooling System Warning Caution The cooling system allows the An electric engine cooling fan can Using coolant other than engine to maintain the correct ® start even when the engine is not DEX-COOL can cause working temperature. running.
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-13 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. engine cooling parts. The repairs This mixture: Adding only plain water or some would not be covered by the...
Page 299 10-14 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Caution The coolant surge tank is in the engine compartment on the This vehicle has a specific passenger side of the vehicle. See coolant fill procedure. Failure to Engine Compartment Overview on follow this procedure could cause page 10-5.
Page 300: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-15 4. With the coolant surge tank Caution pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until the If the pressure cap is not tightly engine coolant temperature installed, coolant loss and gauge indicates approximately possible engine damage may 90°C (195°F).
Page 301 10-16 Vehicle Care In addition, there are ENGINE If Steam is Coming from the If No Steam is Coming from OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS Warning ENGINE or the ENGINE REDUCED messages in the Driver...
Page 302: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care 10-17 2. Turn the heater on to the highest as normal idle speed for at least fans will change to low speed when temperature and to the highest five minutes while the vehicle is additional cooling is no longer fan speed.
Page 303: Brakes
10-18 Vehicle Care displays, washer fluid will need to Caution (Continued) Warning be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. to freeze and damage the The brake wear warning sound washer fluid tank and other means that soon the brakes will parts of the washer system.
Page 304: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. specifications. See Capacities and Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Specifications on page 12-2. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid Brake pads should be replaced as when new brake linings are complete sets.
Page 305 10-20 Vehicle Care Refer to the Maintenance Schedule After work is done on the brake Caution to determine when to check the hydraulic system, make sure the brake fluid. See Maintenance level is above MIN but not over the Using the wrong fluid can Schedule on page 11-2.
Page 306: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-21 Battery Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive The original equipment battery is Transfer Case Warning maintenance free. Do not remove When to Check Lubricant the cap and do not add fluid. Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to Maintenance Schedule on Refer to the replacement number on you and gas that can explode.
Page 307: Front Axle
10-22 Vehicle Care To get an accurate reading, the Front Axle 1. Fill Plug vehicle should be on a level 2. Drain Plug When to Check and Change surface. When the differential is cold, add Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of enough lubricant to raise the It is not necessary to regularly the fill plug (1) hole, located on the...
Page 308: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care 10-23 heard. A fluid loss could indicate a How to Check Lubricant Noise Control System problem. Have it inspected and The following information relates to repaired. compliance with federal noise All axle assemblies are filled by emission standards for vehicles with volume of fluid during production.
Page 309: Function Check
10-24 Vehicle Care 2. The use of the vehicle after such Air Intake: 2. Apply both the parking brake device or element of design has and the regular brake. Removal of the air cleaner been removed or rendered silencer. Do not use the accelerator inoperative by any person.
Page 310: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-25 1. Before starting this check, be Contact your dealer if service is Warning (Continued) sure there is enough room required. around the vehicle. It should be and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement parked on a level surface. Make sure there is room in front 2.
Page 311: Glass Replacement
10-26 Vehicle Care warranty. Do not allow the wiper 2. Push the release lever (2) to blade arm to touch the disengage the hook and push windshield. the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3). 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement.
Page 312: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-27 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement For replacement of any LED lighting should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on assembly, contact your dealer.
Page 313: Back-Up Lamps
10-28 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the bulb counter clockwise to remove it from the housing. Back-Up Lamps To replace a back-up bulb: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-14. 3. Remove the two screws from the 5. Turn the bulb socket taillamp assembly.
Page 314: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-29 License Plate Lamp 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly. 6. Push the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place.
Page 315: Electrical System
10-30 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses An electrical overload may cause The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in protected from short circuits by some cases to remain off. Have the fuses.
Page 316: Block
Vehicle Care 10-31 Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical The engine compartment fuse block component on the vehicle may is in the engine compartment, on damage it. Always keep the the driver side of the vehicle. covers on any electrical component.
Page 317 10-32 Vehicle Care...
Page 318 Vehicle Care 10-33 Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Real Time Trailer Park Lamps Electric Running Boards Dampening Right Parking Antilock Brake Fuel Pump Power Lamps System Pump Module Left Parking Lamps Interior BEC LT1 Spare/Battery Upfitter 3 Regulated Voltage MBS Passenger Automatic Level Control...
Page 319 10-34 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Throttle Control Starter Upfitter 1 Relay Engine Control Engine Control Aero Shutter Module Ignition Module Relay Police Upfitter Miscellaneous Horn Starter Relay Ignition Spare Fog Lamps Front Windshield Transmission High-Beam Washer Ignition Headlamps Rear Window...
Page 320: Instrument Panel Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-35 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Page 321 10-36 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Instrument Cluster Not Used Ignition/Sensing Not Used Not Used Diagnostic Module Not Used Discrete Logic Ignition Ignition Sensor Accessory Power Tilt Column/SEO, Tilt Outlet 1 Column Lock 1/SEO Retained Accessory Mirror Window Data Link Connector/ Power/Accessory...
Page 322: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-37 Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Right) Accessory Power Miscellaneous R/C Outlet 2 Heated Steering Wheel Not Used Steering Column Lock Retained Accessory 2 (if equipped) Power/Accessory Relay Instrument Cluster Battery Run/Crank Relay Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used...
Page 323 10-38 Vehicle Care Number Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 4 Not Used Not Used Not Used Glove Box Not Used Not Used Not Used Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module 8 Not Used Not Used The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Not Used...
Page 324 Vehicle Care 10-39 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Body Control Not Used Module 7 Not Used Not Used Amplifier Body Control Not Used Module 4 Right Front Seat Not Used Rear Seat Accessory Power SEO B2 Entertainment Outlet 3 Sunroof Not Used...
Page 325: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
10-40 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse ISO Mini Usage Block Relays Rear Defogger Micro Usage Fuses Heated Second Row Seat Left Heated Second Row Seat Right Heated Mirrors Liftgate Glass Breakage The rear compartment fuse block is Liftglass behind the access panel on the left side of the compartment.
Page 326: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires M-Type Usage Warning (Continued) Fuses Tires and a serious crash. See Liftgate Module Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Third Row Seat page 9-14. high-quality tires made by a Rear Accessory Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 327: All-Season Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter Warning (Continued) tires on snow or ice-covered roads. High-Speed Operation on See Winter Tires on page 10-42. page 10-50 for inflation pressure Worn or old tires can adjustment for high-speed cause a crash.
Page 328: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 Use only radial ply tires of the The tread pattern on these tires may Caution same size, load range, and wear more quickly than other tires. speed rating as the original Consider rotating the tires more Low-profile tires are more equipment tires.
Page 329 10-44 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN). guidelines.
Page 330: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-45 (7) Maximum Cold Inflation would mean that the tire's Load Limit Maximum load that sidewall is 75 percent as high as can be carried and the it is wide. maximum pressure needed to (4) Construction Code A letter support that load.
Page 331: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-46 Vehicle Care 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 332 Vehicle Care 10-47 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 333: Tire Pressure
10-48 Vehicle Care Speed Rating determined by tire See Tire and Loading alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using Information Label under Vehicle a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. Load Limits on page 9-14. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure operate.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-49 example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Caution (Continued) Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no Load Limits on page 9-14. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Overinflated tires, or tires that the vehicle is loaded affects have too much air, can...
Page 335: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for When driving the vehicle at speeds pressure label. (If your vehicle has of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, set tires of a different size than the size High-Speed Operation the cold inflation pressure to 20 kPa indicated on the vehicle placard or (3 psi) above the recommended tire tire inflation pressure label, you...
Page 336: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-51 Please note that the TPMS is not a wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tires and transmit the tire substitute for proper tire the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure readings to a receiver maintenance, and it is the driver's Always check the TPMS malfunction located in the vehicle.
Page 337 10-52 Vehicle Care buttons, tire pressure levels can be The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and viewed. For additional information tire pressure condition but it does Message and details about the DIC operation not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly and displays, see Driver Information maintenance.
Page 338 Vehicle Care 10-53 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
Page 339: Tire Inspection
10-54 Vehicle Care 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info sensor identification code has Tire Inspection page option is turned on. The been matched to this tire and We recommend that the tires, info pages on the DIC can be wheel position.
Page 340: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-55 The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time See Tire Pressure on or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-56 page 10-48 and Vehicle Load be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on Limits on page 9-14.
Page 341: When It Is Time For New
10-56 Vehicle Care maintenance affect how fast aging Warning (Continued) takes place. GM recommends that tires, including the spare if towel can be used; however, use equipped, be replaced after six a scraper or wire brush later to years, regardless of tread wear. The remove all rust or dirt.
Page 342: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 driving. When storing a vehicle for number is molded onto the tire's necessary to replace only one at least a month, remove the tires or sidewall near the tire size. If the axle set of worn tires, place the raise the vehicle to reduce the tires have an all-season tread new tires on the rear axle.
Page 343: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-58 Vehicle Care low-pressure warning if non-TPC Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Spec rated tires are installed. See Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a suddenly and cause a crash. System on page 10-50. different size spare than the Use only radial-ply tires with road tires originally installed the wheels on the vehicle.
Page 344: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-59 or All-Wheel Drive, the performance Uniform Tire Quality must also conform to federal of these systems can also be safety requirements and Grading affected. additional General Motors Tire The following information relates Performance Criteria (TPC) to the system developed by the Warning standards.
Page 345: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-60 Vehicle Care one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The graded 100. The relative hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is performance of tires depends characteristics.
Page 346: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-61 vibrating when driving on a smooth Used Replacement Wheels Warning road, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer Warning Using the wrong replacement for proper diagnosis. wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous.
Page 347: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-62 Vehicle Care the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then control and a crash. Use another Have your dealer or an authorized gently brake to a stop, well off the type of traction device only if its tire service center repair or road, if possible.
Page 348: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-63 if possible. Turn on the hazard The following information explains Warning (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard how to use the jack and change Warning Flashers on page 6-4. a tire. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. Tire Changing Warning 6.
Page 349 10-64 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the wing nut retaining the tool bag (3) counterclockwise to remove it. Pull the tool bag toward the front of the vehicle and lift the rear portion of the bag upward to remove it. 4. Turn the jack knob (1) counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket.
Page 350 Vehicle Care 10-65 Use the following tools: To access the spare tire, refer to the 11. Hoist Cable following graphics and instructions: 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (3) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (6). If equipped with a hitch cover, 1.
Page 351 10-66 Vehicle Care wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. 3. Assemble the two jack handle 4. Insert the open end of the extensions (4) and wheel extension (7) through the hole in wrench (5), as shown. the rear bumper (8) (hoist shaft access hole).
Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-67 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-62 for more information. Jacking Locations (Overall View) 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to 3.
Page 353 10-68 Vehicle Care Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Warning on a front tire of the vehicle, use on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one the jack handle (2) and both jack Raising the vehicle with the jack jack handle extension.
Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-69 9. Turn the wheel wrench Warning (Continued) counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper completely. towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 7.
Page 355 10-70 Vehicle Care Warning Caution (Continued) Caution Wheel nuts that are improperly or sequence and to the proper Storing an aluminum wheel with a incorrectly tightened can cause torque specification. See flat tire under your vehicle for an the wheels to become loose or Capacities and Specifications on extended period of time or with come off.
Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-71 Store the tire under the rear of the 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Pointed Down) Refer to the following graphics and 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer instructions to help you: 11. Hoist Cable 1.
Page 357 10-72 Vehicle Care To store the tools, do the following: 1. Return the tools (wheel wrench, jack handle, and jack handle extensions) to the tool bag. 2. Assemble wheel blocks and jack together with the wing nut. 3. Position the jack and wheel blocks in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse.
Page 358: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-73 Full-Size Spare Tire Have the damaged or flat road tire Caution repaired or replaced and installed If this vehicle came with a full-size back onto the vehicle as soon as If the vehicle has four-wheel drive spare tire, it was fully inflated when possible so the spare tire will be and a different size spare tire is new, however, it can lose air over...
Page 359: Jump Starting
10-74 Vehicle Care Jump Starting 1. Check the other vehicle. It must Warning have a 12-volt battery with a For more information about the negative ground system. Batteries can hurt you. They can vehicle battery, see Battery on be dangerous because: page 10-21.
Page 360 Vehicle Care 10-75 3. Get the vehicles close enough 5. Open the hood on the other Caution so the jumper cables can reach, vehicle and locate the but be sure the vehicles are not positive (+) and negative ( ) If any accessories are left on or touching each other.
Page 361 10-76 Vehicle Care 6. Check that the jumper cables do Warning not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could Using a match near a battery can get a shock. The vehicles could cause battery gas to explode. be damaged too.
Page 362: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-77 9. Connect the black negative ( ) 11. Start the vehicle with the good Towing the Vehicle cable to the negative ( ) terminal battery and run the engine for a of the good battery. Use a while.
Page 363 10-78 Vehicle Care towing is towing the vehicle with two Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not wheels on the ground and two be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles wheels on a dolly. ground. Follow the tow vehicle Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles manufacturer s instructions.
Page 364 Vehicle Care 10-79 4. Shift the transfer case to 8. Disconnect the negative battery Warning N (Neutral). See Shifting into cable at the battery and secure N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel the nut and bolt. Cover the Shifting a four-wheel-drive Drive on page 9-35. Check that negative battery post with a vehicle's transfer case into the vehicle is in N (Neutral) by...
Page 365 10-80 Vehicle Care manually lock the doors. R (Reverse) and then to D Dolly Towing Front Towing Access the vehicle the same (Drive). There should be (Front Wheels Off the Ground) as dead vehicle/transmitter movement of the vehicle while process (back up key in shifting.
Page 366 Vehicle Care 10-81 Dolly Towing Rear Towing This vehicle should not be towed Caution with any wheels on the ground. (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dolly Towing Rear Towing Towing a four-wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) ground, or even with only two of Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles...
Page 367: Appearance Care
10-82 Vehicle Care 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Appearance Care Caution (Continued) See Parking Brake on page 9-40. Exterior Care products can be obtained from 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding 5.
Page 368 Vehicle Care 10-83 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 369 10-84 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive steel. To prevent damage always Stripes heat generated.
Page 370 Vehicle Care 10-85 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-11. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 371 10-86 Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and Caution (Continued) Caution Chassis Components automatic car wash that uses Visually inspect steering, Lubrication of applicable Steering/ suspension, and chassis silicone carbide tire cleaning Suspension points should not be components for damaged, loose, brushes. Damage could occur done unless temperature is -12°C or missing parts or signs of wear at and the repairs would not be...
Page 372: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-87 with power running boards, extend Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for them and then use a high pressure cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon wash to clean all joints and gaps. specifically designed for the and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent...
Page 373 10-88 Vehicle Care Never use a brush with stiff Fabric/Carpet/Suede Caution bristles. Start by vacuuming the surface Never rub any surface using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use aggressively or with excessive rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive pressure.
Page 374 Vehicle Care 10-89 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and a clean area frequently to Natural Open Pore Wood...
Page 375: Floor Mats
10-90 Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Caution (Continued) Convenience Net Warning solvents can permanently change Wash with warm water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine the appearance and feel of If a floor mat is the wrong size or bleach.
Page 376 Vehicle Care 10-91 Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat.
Page 377 10-92 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 378: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 379: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
Page 380 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See for up to a year. The engine oil and or missing parts or signs of wear Engine Coolant on page 10-12. filter must be changed at least once at least once a year. See a year and the oil life system must Exterior Care on page 10-82.
Page 381 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10-25. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Page 382 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 383 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic, areas with poor air quality, or areas with high dust levels.
Page 384 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 385: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case output seals. High Services Maintenance and Care pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important case fluid.
Page 386 Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
Page 387 11-10 Service and Maintenance Signs of damage include the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care scratches, cracks, and chips. of leaking, blown seals, To help keep the vehicle looking like or damage, and can advise Trained dealer technicians can new, vehicle care products are when service is needed.
Page 388: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 389: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in Canada 19300458). ® Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline or Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 19257121, in One-Piece Propshaft Spline Canada 19257122).
Page 390 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Passenger Compartment Air Filter 22808781 CF188 Spark Plugs 12622441 41 114 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 Passenger Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 Rear 33 cm (13.0 in) 22956295...
Page 391: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 392: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 393: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 394 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 395 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 396: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 397 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 398: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail GMC, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 399: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. (Service History): View and can communicate with GMC by print dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited dialing: 1-888-889-2438. TTY users records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 400: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 401 Road or Highway: Tow to the General Motors North America and nearest GMC dealer for warranty Services Not Included in GMC reserve the right to make any service, or if the vehicle was in a Roadside Assistance changes or discontinue the crash and cannot be driven.
Page 402: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Mounting, dismounting, detailed receipts, and a copy of scheduling a service appointment or changing of snow tires, the repair orders. Once and advising the service consultant chains, or other traction devices. authorization has been received, of your transportation needs, your the Roadside Assistance advisor dealer can help minimize your Service is not provided if a vehicle...
Page 403 13-8 Customer Information Coverage period in Canada), Transportation Options and be supported by original extended powertrain, and/or receipts. See your dealer for Warranty service can generally be hybrid-specific warranties in both information. completed while you wait. However, the U.S. and Canada. if you are unable to do so, your Courtesy Rental Vehicle Several Courtesy Transportation...
Page 404: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program Collision Parts Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new that warranty. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle Aftermarket collision parts are also and construction methods as the service, may not be available at available.
Page 405 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Driver license number.
Page 406: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 407: Radio Frequency
13-12 Customer Information ORDER TOLL FREE: Radio Frequency Reporting Safety 1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday Statement Defects 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time This vehicle has systems that For Credit Card Orders Only Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...
Page 408: Government
Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General (1-800-462-8782), or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Call GMC Customer Assistance Center Washington, D.C. 20590 Transport Canada at P.O. Box 33172 1-800-333-0510 or write to: You can also obtain other...
Page 409: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
Page 410: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar to an official request by police or website. similar government office; as part of Infotainment System GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process;...
Page 411 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 412: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Overview system limitations at OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Page 413: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Navigation voice commands. Diagnostics for a check of the Requires a specific OnStar vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency subscription plan. Receive Roadside Assistance. With Automatic Crash Response, Obtain the WiFi network name, Manage WiFi Settings (if the OnStar system can or Service Set Identifier or SSID,...
Page 414: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
Page 415: Connections
14-4 OnStar navigation system in the vehicle (if WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped equipped). After the call ends, press with the tire pressure monitoring The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that the Go button on the navigation system);...
Page 416 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 4. Pick a name tag. System OK, dialing 911. responds: About to store <name This service allows calls to be made tag>. Does that sound OK? and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 5.
Page 417: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 418 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 419 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 420 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of communications without consent. copies. the copyright holder. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software unzip: AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
Page 421 14-10 OnStar Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
Page 422 INDEX Airbag System Alert Check ......3-38 Lane Change ....9-63 Accessories and How Does an Airbag Side Blind Zone (SBZA) .
Page 423 INDEX Automatic Transmission Braking ......9-3 Carbon Monoxide Manual Mode ....9-32 Braking System Engine Exhaust .
Page 424: Driver Assistance Systems
INDEX Climate Control Systems Courtesy Transportation Defensive Driving ....9-3 Dual Automatic ....8-1 Program .
Page 425 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-12 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-14 Wet Roads .
Page 426 INDEX Front Axle ....10-22 Front Fog Lamp Garage Door Opener ..5-57 Hazard Warning Flashers .
Page 427 INDEX Hill and Mountain Roads ..9-11 Lamps (cont'd) Messages ....5-42 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ..9-41 Jump Starting .
Page 428: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights Locking Rear Axle ... . . 9-44 Maintenance Schedule ..11-2 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-18 Locks Recommended Fluids Antilock Brake System...
Page 429 INDEX ® Messages (cont'd) OnStar Security ....14-3 ® Transmission ....5-46 OnStar Vehicle Object Detection System...
Page 430 INDEX Perchlorate Materials Replacement Requirements, California ..10-3 Glass ..... . . 10-26 Radio Frequency Personalization Replacement Bulbs .
Page 431 i-10 INDEX Roadside Assistance Scheduling Appointments ..13-7 Service (cont'd) Maintenance, General Program ..... . 13-5 Seats Roof Head Restraints .
Page 432 INDEX i-11 Start Vehicle, Remote ..2-9 System Tires (cont'd) Full-Size Spare ... . . 10-73 Starter Switch Check ..10-24 Active Emergency Braking .
Page 433 i-12 INDEX Towing Transportation Program, Vehicle (cont'd) Remote Start ....2-9 Driving Characteristics ..9-71 Courtesy ..... 13-7 Equipment .
Page 434 INDEX i-13 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-60 Different Size ....10-58 Replacement .
Page 435 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

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Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Front Seats

Head Restraints

Head Restraints

Lumbar Adjustment

Rear Seats

Heated and Cooled Front

Second Row Seats

Safety Belts

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Safety Belt Care

Safety System Check

Safety Belt Extender

Safety Belt Use During

Replacing Safety Belt System

Airbag System

Where Are the Airbags

Airbag System

When Should an Airbag

What Makes an Airbag

How Does an Airbag

What will You See after an

Passenger Sensing

Child Restraints

Storage

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Cupholders

Glove Box

Controls

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lamps off

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Flash-To-Pass

Daytime Running

Automatic Headlamp

Interior Lighting

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change

Lighting Features

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Driver Assistance

Trailer Towing

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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