Page 1 2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Safety Belts ....3-20 Infotainment System .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual Object Detection Systems ..9-53 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ..13-1 Fuel ......9-61 General Information .
Page 3 à l'adresse hybrid supplement for more this manual including, but not limited suivante: information. to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated GMC Truck Emblem, and YUKON Keep this manual in the vehicle for P.O. Box 07130 are trademarks and/or service quick reference.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Engine Coolant Temperature : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Exterior Lamps : Outside Power Foldaway and what they mean. For more Mirrors information on the symbol, refer to : Fog Lamps...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-11 Side Blind Zone Passenger Sensing Alert (SBZA) ....1-23 System .
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview English Version Shown; Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 13. Exterior Lamp Controls on O. Cruise Control on page 9 51. page 6 1. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Steering Wheel Adjustment on See Turn and Lane-Change Dome Lamps on page 6 8. page 5 2.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and hold to unlock the liftglass. Information : Press and hold to open or This section provides a brief close the power liftgate. overview about some of the : Press and release to locate important features that may or may the vehicle.
Page 11: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start The engine will continue to run for Door Locks 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a With this feature the engine can be There are several ways to lock and 10-minute time extension. Remote started from outside of the vehicle. unlock the vehicle.
Page 12 In Brief Liftgate Press on the overhead Windows console inside the vehicle. Press on the Remote Keyless Press the touch pad switch on Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the the underside of the liftgate power door lock switches to unlock handle (B).
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief If available, raise or lower the For more information, see: 3. Try to move the seat back and front or rear part of the seat forth to be sure the seat is Windows on page 2 20. cushion by moving the front or locked in place.
Page 14 In Brief Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the Manual Lumbar top or bottom of the control. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped: If equipped, increase or decrease...
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief 2. Move the seatback to the Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the upright position: 1.
Page 16: Second Row Seats
1-10 In Brief Storing Memory Positions To recall, press and release 1 or Second Row Seats 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park). To save into memory: On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench A single beep will sound. The seat, or buckets seats, the seatbacks can 1.
Page 17: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief 1-11 Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the Safety Belts highest setting. With each press of Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 18: Passenger Sensing System
1-12 In Brief Passenger Sensing See Manual Mirrors on page 2 17 System If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer The passenger sensing system, view of the objects behind you. if equipped, turns off the front Manually pull out the mirror head to outboard passenger frontal airbag extend it for better visibility when...
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 2. Press the arrows on the control Interior Mirrors Steering Wheel pad to move the mirror up, Adjustment Vehicles with a manual rearview down, right, or left. mirror can be adjusted to see clearly 3. Press either (A) or (B) again to behind the vehicle.
Page 20: Interior Lighting
1-14 In Brief Do not adjust the steering wheel Interior Lighting while driving. Dome Lamps Throttle and Brake Pedal The dome lamps are located in the Adjustment overhead console. They come on when any door is On vehicles with this feature, you opened and turn off after all the can change the position of the doors are closed.
Page 21: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-15 For more information about interior control to the off position again to Windshield Wiper/Washer lamps, see: turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. Dome Lamps on page 6 8. For vehicles first sold in Canada, Reading Lamps on page 6 9. the off position will only work when Instrument Panel Illumination the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Page 22: Climate Controls
1-16 In Brief Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer Climate Controls To turn the rear wiper on, slide the The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with lever to a wiper position. these systems. : Turns the wiper off. If this vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 Transmission Range Selection Mode Base Trim Shown (Uplevel Similar) The Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 1. To enable the Range Selection A. Fan Control K. Air Conditioning feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Four-Wheel Drive located on the steering column If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, shift lever, to select the desired you can send the engine's driving range of gears for current driving power to all four wheels for extra conditions.
Page 25: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-19 Vehicle Features 4 : Use the Four-Wheel-Drive High position when extra traction is Radio(s) needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. 4 : Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a Four-Wheel-Drive Low position.
Page 26: Satellite Radio
1-20 In Brief Storing Radio Stations 3. Press the softkey located under SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan any one of the labels to be stations. A maximum of 36 stations can be changed. stored as favorites using the six : Press to switch the display 4.
Page 27: Steering Wheel Controls
In Brief 1-21 ® For more information, refer to: Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls www.xmradio.com or call For vehicles with a Bluetooth 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) system, it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to www.xmradio.ca or call make and receive hands-free calls 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) using the vehicle s audio system See Satellite Radio on page 7 9.
Page 28: Cruise Control
1-22 In Brief Cruise Control : Press to silence the vehicle : Press to disengage cruise speakers only. Press again to turn control without erasing the set the sound on. Press and hold longer speed from memory. than two seconds to interact with See Cruise Control on page 9 51.
Page 29: Power Outlets
In Brief 1-23 Side Blind Zone See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) URPA uses audible beeps to on page 9 54 for more information. provide distance and system Alert (SBZA) information. Rear Vision If available, this feature will alert you Keep the sensors on the vehicle's to vehicles located in the vehicle's Camera (RVC)
Page 30: Universal Remote System
1-24 In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 27 for more information. To open or close the sunroof, press the open or close switch (A) to the Vehicles with the Universal Remote...
Page 31: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-25 To automatically vent or close the Performance and Press and release again to sunroof, press the vent open or turn on both systems. Maintenance close switch (B). For more information, see ® When the sunroof is opened, an air StabiliTrak System on page 9 46.
Page 32 1-26 In Brief During cooler conditions, the low tire Resetting the Oil Life System 3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING pressure warning light may appear on the DIC. If the display shows To reset the Engine Oil Life System when the vehicle is first started and 100%, the system is reset.
Page 33: Onstar Overview
Avoid idling the engine for long Canada: 1-800-268-6800 periods of time. Sign up today at: As the owner of a new GMC, you www.gmcownercenter.com (U.S.) When road and weather are automatically enrolled in the or www.gm.ca (Canada). conditions are appropriate, use Roadside Assistance program.
Page 34 1-28 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 35: Keys, Doors, And
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Liftgate (Manual) ....2-9 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-20 Windows Liftgate (Power) ....2-10 Automatic Dimming Rearview Power Assist Steps .
Page 36: Keys
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Keys Program on page 13 5. With an active OnStar subscription, WARNING an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle.
Page 37: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. The following functions may be See Battery Replacement later available if your vehicle has the in this section. RKE system: If the transmitter is still not (Remote Vehicle Start): For working correctly, see your vehicles with this feature, press to dealer or a qualified technician start the engine from outside the...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the replacement transmitter is (Unlock): Press once to unlock (Power Liftgate): Press and programmed to this vehicle, all hold to open and close the liftgate. only the driver door. If is pressed remaining transmitters must also be The taillamps flash and a chime again within three seconds, all reprogrammed.
Page 39: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during 4.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the remote start When the vehicle starts, the The vehicle can be remote started feature, the RKE transmitter parking lamps will turn on and two separate times between driving functions will have an increased remain on while the vehicle is sequences.
Page 41: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle cannot be remote Door Locks WARNING (Continued) started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is WARNING an emission control system Young children who get into malfunction and the check engine Unlocked doors can be unlocked vehicles may be...
Page 42: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows From inside, use the power door Pressing the power lock switch Lockout Protection locks or manual door locks. To lock twice will override the delayed If the driver side power door lock or unlock the door with the manual locking feature and immediately lock switch is pressed when the driver locks, push down or pull up on the...
Page 43: Liftgate (Manual)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) Liftgate (Manual) recirculation mode off. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control WARNING Systems on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control It can be dangerous to drive with System on page 8 4.
Page 44: Liftgate (Power)
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows liftgate or liftglass while the rear WARNING (Continued) wipers are in motion will cause the release of the liftglass or liftgate to Monoxide (CO) which cannot be delay until the wipers are moved off seen or smelled. It can cause the liftglass.
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Press the touch pad on the On vehicles with a power liftgate, If you open the liftgate outside liftgate handle. the button is on the overhead without checking for overhead console. obstructions such as a garage Pressing the buttons, or touch pad door, you could damage the switch a second time while the...
Page 46 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the transmission is shifted out of Obstacle Detection Features Pinch sensors are located on the P (Park) while the power function is sides of the liftgate. If an object is If the liftgate encounters an obstacle in progress, the liftgate power caught between the liftgate and the during a power open or close cycle,...
Page 47: Power Assist Steps
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 To open the liftgate, press the touch The liftgate has an electric latch. The power assist steps pad on the handle on the outside of If the battery is disconnected or has automatically extend from beneath the liftgate, and lift the gate open.
Page 48: Vehicle Security
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security The security light will come on to Your vehicle's headlamps will flash inform the driver the system is and the horn will sound for about This vehicle has theft-deterrent arming. If a door is open when 30 seconds, then will turn off to save features;...
Page 49: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 If you set off the alarm by accident, While the alarm is set, the power Immobilizer Operation press unlock on the RKE transmitter door unlock switch will not work. ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ or place the key in the ignition and If the alarm does not sound when it (Personalized Automotive Security...
Page 50 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle will be discouraged because procedure is for programming 4. Insert the new key to be of the high number of electrical key additional keys only. If all the programmed and turn it to the codes.
Page 51: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Exterior Mirrors right to see a little of the side of the The lower portion of the mirror is vehicle, and have a clear view convex. A convex mirror's surface is behind the vehicle. curved to see more from the driver Convex Mirrors seat.
Page 52: Folding Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To adjust each mirror: Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: 2. Press the arrows on the control The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding.
Page 53: Heated Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Turn Signal Indicator Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Park Tilt Mirrors The vehicle may have a turn signal If your vehicle has the Side Blind Vehicles with the memory package indicator on the mirror. An arrow on Zone Alert (SBZA) system, see Side have a passenger and/or driver the mirror flashes in the direction of...
Page 54: Interior Mirrors
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors The vehicle may also have a Rear Windows Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9 57 Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING for more information. Hold the mirror in the center to Leaving children, helpless adults, If the vehicle has a RVC, the move it for a clearer view of behind...
Page 55: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 56: Sunroof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Down Windows Sun Visors Roof Windows that have the express Sunroof down feature allow the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express down feature.
Page 57 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 The sunroof only operates when the To automatically vent or close the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ sunroof, press the vent open or ACCESSORY, or in Retained close switch (B). Accessory Power (RAP). See When the sunroof is opened, an air Retained Accessory Power (RAP) deflector will automatically raise.
Page 58 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 59 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-27 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-42 Restraints Lap Belt .
Page 60: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 61: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats The vehicle's second-row seats Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. WARNING The vehicle's third-row seats, You can lose control of the if equipped, have adjustable vehicle if you try to adjust a headrests in the outboard seating positions.
Page 62: Center Seat
Seats and Restraints If available, raise or lower the Center Seat Power Seat Adjustment entire seat by moving the entire If equipped, the center front control up or down. seatback doubles as an armrest and To adjust the seatback, see Power cupholder/storage area for the driver Reclining Seatbacks under and passenger when the center...
Page 63: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar To raise or lower the height of WARNING (Continued) the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the Reclining Seatbacks seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the WARNING safety belt properly.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2. To recline, move the seatback rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the WARNING seatback in place. You can lose control of the 3. Push and pull on the seatback to vehicle if you try to adjust a make sure it is locked.
Page 65: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 17 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 22 for more information.
Page 66 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver (Easy Exit Driver Seat): Press seat and/or the adjustable pedals to recall the easy exit seat position. The memory feature can recall the while recalling a memory position, The vehicle must be in P (Park).
Page 67: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and Front Seats seatback. Press the button once for the WARNING highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to If you cannot feel temperature the next lower setting, and then to change or pain to the skin, the the off setting.
Page 68: Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically Heated Rear Seats during a remote vehicle start. The heated seats will be canceled when WARNING the ignition is turned on. Press the desired button to use the heated If you cannot feel temperature seats after the vehicle is started.
Page 69: Second Row Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Press the button once for the To recline the seatback: To return the seatback to the upright highest setting. With each press of position: the button, the heated seat changes 1. Lift the lever fully without to the next lower setting, and then applying pressure to the the off setting.
Page 70 3-12 Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat from the from the Third Row Seat third row seat, if equipped: 1. Make sure that there is nothing WARNING under, in front of, or on the seat. Notice: Folding a rear seat with Using the third row seating the safety belts still fastened may...
Page 72 3-14 Seats and Restraints Automatic Fold and Tumble Folding and Tumbling the Second Row Seat from the Third Row Seat Feature or Outside the Vehicle The transmission must be in P (Park) for this feature to work. WARNING WARNING Using the third row seating position while the second row is Automatically folding and folded, or folded and tumbled,...
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-15 To fold and tumble the seat from the Returning the Seat to the third row seat, if equipped: Sitting Position 1. Make sure that there is nothing To return the seat to the sitting under, in front of, or on the seat. position from the tumbled position: Notice: Folding a rear seat with 1.
Page 74: Third Row Seats
3-16 Seats and Restraints 2. Lift the seatback and push it Third Row Seats rearward. Push and pull on the If the vehicle has a third row seat, seatback to make sure it is the seatback can be folded, and the locked.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Returning the Seatback to the Tumbling the Third Row Seat Upright Position To tumble the seat: To return the seatback to the upright 1. Open the liftgate to access the position: controls for the seat. 1. Open the liftgate to access the 2.
Page 76 3-18 Seats and Restraints Returning the Third Row Seat WARNING from a Tumbled Position If either seatback is not locked, it To return the seat to the normal seating position: could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause 1.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Installing the Third Row Seat 4. Push and pull on the seat to WARNING make sure it is locked into place. To install the seat: The seatback cannot be raised A safety belt that is improperly 1.
Page 78: Safety Belts
3-20 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts.
Page 79: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-21 safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 80: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-22 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt Use the following pictures to shoulder and across the chest. determine the latch plate style: These parts of the body are best All seating positions in the vehicle able to take belt restraining have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position,...
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-23 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 82 3-24 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt To unlatch the belt, push the button height adjuster, move it to the on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before a door is closed, be sure the in this section for instructions on...
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard This vehicle may have rear shoulder occupants. Although the safety belt belt comfort guides. If not, they are pretensioners cannot be seen, they available through your dealer.
Page 84 3-26 Seats and Restraints Here is how to install a comfort 2. Place the guide over the belt, 3. Be sure that the belt is not guide to the safety belt: and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide.
Page 85: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-27 4. Buckle, position, and release WARNING the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make A safety belt that is not properly sure the shoulder portion of the worn may not provide the belt is on the shoulder and not protection needed in a crash.
Page 86: Lap Belt
3-28 Seats and Restraints Lap Belt Buckle, position and release it the If you find that the latch plate will same way as the lap part of a not go fully into the buckle, see if This part is only for the lap belt. To lap-shoulder belt.
Page 87: Safety System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Safety System Check WARNING WARNING (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary belt reminder light, safety belts, It may severely weaken them. In replacements made as soon as buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working a crash, they might not be able to...
Page 88: Airbag System
3-30 Seats and Restraints Airbag System All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following in the trim or on an attached label airbags: near the deployment opening.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-31 WARNING WARNING Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag an eye, anyone who is up when it inflates can be seriously against, or very close to any injured or killed.
Page 90: Where Are The Airbags
3-32 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger frontal Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. If the vehicle has seat mounted side The driver frontal airbag is in the impact airbags for the driver and middle of the steering wheel.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-33 WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear.
Page 92: When Should An Airbag
3-34 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear Inflate? example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary In addition, the vehicle has inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
Page 93: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-35 The seat position sensor provides vehicle that is struck. Both roof-rail What Makes an Airbag information that is used to determine airbags will deploy when either side Inflate? if the airbags should deploy at a of the vehicle is struck or if the reduced level or at full deployment.
Page 94: How Does An Airbag
3-36 Seats and Restraints How Does an Airbag if equipped with a third row seat. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least The rollover capable roof-rail partially inflated for some time after Restrain? airbags are designed to help reduce they deploy. Some components of the risk of full or partial ejection in the airbag module may be hot for In moderate to severe frontal or...
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-37 parts for the airbag system. WARNING (Continued) WARNING If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there A crash severe enough to inflate To avoid this, everyone in the to help protect you in another the airbags may have also vehicle should get out as soon as crash.
Page 96: Passenger Sensing
3-38 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part System of the right front passenger seat and safety belt. The sensors are If the vehicle has the passenger designed to detect the presence of airbag status indicator pictured in a properly-seated occupant and the following illustration, then the...
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-39 There is a critical problem with WARNING WARNING (Continued) the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child When the passenger sensing restraint can be seriously injured restraints in a rear seat, even if system has turned off the right front or killed if the right front the airbag is off.
Page 98 3-40 Seats and Restraints For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not turn the vehicle off.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-41 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an use the following steps to allow the Additional Factors Affecting system to detect that person and Adult-Size Occupant System Operation enable the right front passenger Safety belts help keep the frontal airbag: passenger in position on the seat 1.
Page 100: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-42 Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, WARNING WARNING such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the massagers, can affect how well...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-43 keep the airbag system from Any object, such as an If the vehicle has rollover working properly. Changing or aftermarket seat heater or a roof-rail airbags, see Different moving any parts of the front comfort enhancing pad or Size Tires and Wheels on seats, safety belts, the airbag device, installed under or on top...
Page 102: Airbag System Check
3-44 Seats and Restraints Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System I have to get my vehicle Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance or whether this will affect my replacement.
Page 103: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-45 If the airbag readiness light stays on Child Restraints The manufacturer's 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 104 3-46 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the children and infants are safer when trip? If yes, continue. If no, properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat. restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating Q: What is the proper way to...
Page 105: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-47 WARNING (Continued) WARNING Children can be seriously injured The child could move too far or strangled if a shoulder belt is forward increasing the chance of wrapped around their neck and head and neck injury. The child the safety belt continues to might also slide under the lap tighten.
Page 106 3-48 Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained WARNING (Continued) properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you WARNING must secure a forward-facing Never do this.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer's WARNING add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 108: Child Restraint Systems
3-50 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child restraint (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
Page 109: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-51 Securing an Add-On Child endangered in a crash if the child locate the nearest child safety seat restraint is not properly secured in inspection station. For CPST Restraint in the Vehicle the vehicle. availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial WARNING When securing an add-on child...
Page 110 3-52 Seats and Restraints We recommend that children and WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child passenger airbag inflates and the the front passenger seat as far riding in a rear-facing child restraint; passenger seat is in a forward back as it will go.
Page 111: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-53 When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured When installing a child restraint with rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a a top tether, you must also use instructions that came with your collision or sudden stop and injure either the lower anchors or the...
Page 112 3-54 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row Bucket Third Row Seat (Lower Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. positions with top tether anchors. Second Row 60/40 There is one top tether anchor that (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Lower Anchor): Seating can be used for either the third row...
Page 114 3-56 Seats and Restraints anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Third Row Seat For vehicles with a third row seat, there is one top tether anchor at the...
Page 115: System
Seats and Restraints 3-57 Do not secure a child restraint in a WARNING (Continued) WARNING position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires child could be seriously injured or Children can be seriously injured that the top tether be attached, or if killed.
Page 116 3-58 Seats and Restraints Do not fold the empty rear seat 2. If the child restraint manufacturer are using a single tether, with a safety belt buckled. This recommends that the top tether route the tether over the could damage the safety belt or be attached, attach and tighten seatback.
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 3-59 If the position you are using If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest has a fixed or an adjustable or head restraint and you headrest or head restraint are using a single tether, and you are using a dual If the position you are using raise the headrest or head...
Page 118: Replacing Latch System
3-60 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) a top tether, and that the tether be attached. When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the If the child restraint does not have...
Page 119 Seats and Restraints 3-61 Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: Cinching Latch Plate For third row seating positions, with cinching latch plates, tilt the 1. Put the child restraint on latch plate to adjust the belt if Free Falling Latch Plate the seat.
Page 120 3-62 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. For passenger seating positions 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. with a lap shoulder belt and a on the child restraint, pull the free falling latch plate, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to Position the release button on...
Page 121: Position)
Seats and Restraints 3-63 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat (Right Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags.
Page 122 3-64 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child System) on page 3 53 for how and Even if the passenger sensing restraint can be seriously where to install the child restraint system, if equipped, has turned...
Page 123 Seats and Restraints 3-65 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
Page 124 3-66 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If the vehicle is equipped with the retractor to make sure the passenger sensing system, and retractor is locked. If the when the passenger sensing system retractor is not locked, repeat has turned off the right front Steps 5 and 6.
Page 125: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders ....4-1 Lift up on the glove box lever to Armrest Storage .
Page 126: Additional Storage Features
Storage Rear Storage Additional Storage To return the cover to the retracted position: Features For vehicles with a rear storage 1. Pull up on the cover handle to area, it is located in the rear cargo release the cover posts from the area of the vehicle on the Cargo Cover retaining sockets.
Page 127: Roof Rack System
Storage 2. Then, hold the cover at an angle Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the and place the cover end cap into roof rack that weighs more than the slot in the passenger side 91 kg (200 lbs) or hangs over the WARNING trim panel.
Page 128 Storage To carry long items, move the Do not exceed the maximum vehicle crossrails as far apart as capacity when loading the vehicle. possible. Tie the load to the For more information on vehicle crossrails and the siderails or capacity and loading, see Vehicle siderail supports.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Fuel Gauge ....5-14 Information Displays Engine Oil Pressure Driver Information Controls Gauge ..... . 5-15 Center (DIC) .
Page 130: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls 3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) ....5-47 Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device (Previous/End): Press to 2. Press and release on the Main Audio Screen go to the previous favorite radio to scroll up or down the list, then (Vehicles with a Navigation station, track on a CD, or folder on press and hold , or press System)
Page 132: Horn
Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the navigation For vehicles with a navigation 2. Press and hold system, press and hold this button system: move quickly through the tracks for longer than one second to within the selected category. 1. Press and hold until a beep is initiate voice recognition.
Page 133: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Clear ice and snow from the wiper Rear Window blades before using them. If frozen Wiper/Washer to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades The rear wiper control is located on should be replaced. See Wiper the turn and lane change lever.
Page 134: Compass
Instruments and Controls The rear window wiper/washer will Under certain circumstances, Press the vehicle information not operate if the liftgate or liftglass such as during a long-distance, button until PRESS is open or ajar. If the liftgate or cross-country trip or moving to a CHANGE COMPASS ZONE liftglass is opened while the rear new state or province, it will be...
Page 135 Instruments and Controls 3. Press the set/reset button to It is suggested to calibrate away To calibrate the compass, use the scroll through and select the from tall buildings, utility wires, following procedure: appropriate variance zone. manhole covers, or other industrial Compass Calibration Procedure structures, if possible.
Page 136: Clock
Instruments and Controls 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock 5. To decrease the time or date, do start the compass calibration. Or, one of the following: To set the time and date: if the vehicle does not have DIC Press the SEEK button.
Page 137: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Certain accessory plugs may not be WARNING compatible with the accessory The accessory power outlets can be power outlet and could overload Power is always supplied to the used to plug in electrical equipment, adapter or vehicle fuses. If a outlets.
Page 138 5-10 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns The power outlet is not designed for on to show it is in use. The light and may not work properly, if the Alternative Current comes on when the ignition is in following are plugged in: The vehicle may have a power...
Page 139: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls 5-11 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 140: Instrument Cluster
5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English 6 Speed Shown, Metric and 2500 Series Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 141: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Trip Odometer Tachometer hybrid supplement for more The trip odometer can show how far The tachometer displays the information. the vehicle has been driven since engine speed in revolutions per the trip odometer was last set minute (rpm).
Page 142: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Fuel System Messages on page 5 41 for more information. Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge.
Page 143: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil Gauge viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. When the oil pressure reaches the low pressure zone, the OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 144: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-16 Instruments and Controls A reading in the low pressure zone Engine Coolant may be caused by a dangerously Temperature Gauge low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the oil as soon as possible. WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low.
Page 145: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 See Engine Overheating on When the engine is running, the will come on or the SERVICE page 10 21. gauge shows the condition of the BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM charging system. The charging DIC message will display. See If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the system regulates voltage based on Battery Voltage and Charging...
Page 146: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls This cycle may continue several For more information see Airbag Readiness Light times if the driver remains or Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The system checks the airbag's becomes unbuckled while the on page 5 19. electrical system for possible vehicle is moving.
Page 147: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Passenger Airbag Status WARNING Indicator If the airbag readiness light stays If the vehicle has the airbag status on after the vehicle is started or indicator pictured in the following comes on while driving, it means illustration, then the vehicle has a the airbag system might not be passenger sensing system for the...
Page 148: Charging System Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls Then, after several more seconds, If it does not, have the vehicle WARNING the status indicator will light either serviced by your dealer. ON or OFF, or either the on or off The light should go out once the If the airbag readiness light ever symbol to let you know the status of engine starts.
Page 149: Malfunction
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Malfunction Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, Indicator Lamp intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the A computer system called OBD II original tires with other than (On-Board Diagnostics-Second those of the same Tire Generation) monitors the operation Performance Criteria (TPC) can...
Page 150 5-22 Instruments and Controls To prevent more serious damage to The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions the vehicle: emission system malfunction: occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of Reduce vehicle speed.
Page 151: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Emissions Inspection and while the engine is off. See your Brake System Warning dealer for assistance in verifying Maintenance Programs Light proper operation of the Some local governments may have malfunction indicator lamp. With the ignition on, the brake programs to inspect the on-vehicle system warning light comes on The OBD II (On-Board...
Page 152: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-24 Instruments and Controls This light can also come on due to Antilock Brake System WARNING low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid on (ABS) Warning Light page 10 27 for more information. The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on.
Page 153: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 If the regular brake system warning Tow/Haul Mode Light If it does not, have the vehicle light is not on, the vehicle still has serviced by your dealer. If the brakes, but not antilock brakes. system is working normally, the If the regular brake system warning indicator light then goes off.
Page 154: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak ® Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System If the light flashes while driving, this When the Light Is On Steady means that StabiliTrak or TCS is ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light This indicates that one or more of assisting in controlling the vehicle. the tires are significantly ®...
Page 155: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Engine Oil Pressure Light dealer. If the system is working displays a FUEL LEVEL LOW normally the indicator light then message. See Fuel System Messages on page 5 41 for more goes off. information. When fuel is added this If the light comes on and stays on, it light and message should go off.
Page 156: High-Beam On Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls This light is also used to indicate the Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed.
Page 157: Information Displays
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Information Displays The DIC has different displays DIC Buttons which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the Driver Information instrument panel, next to the Center (DIC) steering wheel. If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the trip Your vehicle has a Driver odometer reset stem can be used to...
Page 158 5-30 Instruments and Controls The compass and outside air Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer can be reset to temperature will also be shown in zero by pressing the set/reset (With DIC Buttons) the display. The temperature will be button while the trip odometer is (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll shown in °C or °F depending on the displayed.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-31 the display will show 8 km (5 miles). fuel economies. Generally, freeway Speedometer As the vehicle begins moving, the driving produces better fuel The speedometer shows how fast display will then increase to 8.2 km economy than city driving. Fuel the vehicle is moving in either (5.1 miles), 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc.
Page 160 5-32 Instruments and Controls To stop the timer, press the set/reset instantaneous fuel economy in liters Vehicle Information Menu button briefly while TIMER is per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or Items (With DIC Buttons) displayed. miles per gallon (mpg). Unlike (Vehicle Information): Press average economy, this screen To reset the timer to zero, press and...
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-33 engine oil life system monitoring the SBZA system is turned off, the DIC the vehicle information button until oil life, additional maintenance is will display the SIDE BLIND ZONE the DIC displays FRONT recommended in the Maintenance ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as TIRES kPa (PSI) LEFT ## Schedule in this manual.
Page 162 5-34 Instruments and Controls TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer Compass Recalibration in either kilometers (km) or gain setting. This setting can be miles (mi) since the last reset This display allows for calibrating adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either for the trip odometer.
Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-35 again, and then the retroactive reset 4. Once the desired language is 2. While in the ODOMETER feature is activated, the display will displayed, release the trip display, press and hold the trip show 8 km (5 miles). As the vehicle odometer reset stem to set your odometer reset stem for begins moving, the display will then...
Page 164 5-36 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer can be reset to begins moving, the display will then OUTPUT shows the power output to zero by pressing and holding the trip increase to 8.2 km (5.1 miles), the trailer anytime a trailer with odometer reset stem while the trip 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc.
Page 165: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Oil Life Remember, you must reset the OIL Vehicle Messages LIFE display yourself after each oil To access this display, the vehicle Messages displayed on the DIC change. It will not reset itself. Also, must be in P (Park). Press the trip indicate the status of the vehicle or be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE...
Page 166: Brake System Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and could drain the battery. Turn off all check for the message on the DIC unnecessary accessories. Have the display. If the message is still Charging Messages electrical system checked as soon displayed or appears again when as possible.
Page 167: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 See Integrated Trailer Brake LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN Control System under Towing This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime Equipment on page 9 76 for more sounds if the driver side rear door is sounds if the passenger side rear information.
Page 168: Engine Oil Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls If this message continues to appear, ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE have the system repaired by your OIL SOON message. See Engine ENGINE dealer as soon as possible to avoid Oil Life System on page 10 10 for Notice: If you drive the vehicle damage to the engine.
Page 169: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 cause of the low oil pressure is If this message is on, but there cap is not tightened properly. See corrected. See Engine Oil on is no reduction in performance, Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 10 8 for more information. page 5 21.
Page 170: Lamp Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls Lamp Messages and clear it from the DIC display. To SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT turn the URPA system back on, see SYSTEM OFF TURN SIGNAL ON Ultrasonic Parking Assist on If your vehicle has the Side Blind page 9 53.
Page 171: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Your vehicle does not need service. SERVICE SUSPENSION When the StabiliTrak system is fully For cleaning instructions, see initialized, the message will turn off. SYSTEM ® Washing Your Vehicle in Exterior See StabiliTrak System on ® If your vehicle has the Autoride Care on page 10 98.
Page 172: Airbag System Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls page 9 15. To turn the StabiliTrak The message turns off as soon as off the engine. See Immobilizer ® system on or off, see StabiliTrak the conditions that caused the Operation on page 2 15 for more System on page 9 46.
Page 173: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 is re-learning the tire positions on same time, press the set/reset If the message is still displayed or your vehicle. The tire positions must button or the trip odometer reset appears again when you begin be re-learned after rotating the tires stem.
Page 174: Vehicle Reminder
5-46 Instruments and Controls This message clears and the chime If the disconnect occurs while ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE stops when the fluid temperature the vehicle is moving, this WITH CARE reaches a safe level. message stays on until the This message displays when ice ignition is turned off.
Page 175: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle To change customization preferences, use the following Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD procedure. FLUID Entering the Feature Vehicle Personalization This message displays when the Settings Menu (With DIC Buttons) windshield washer fluid is low. Fill 1.
Page 176 5-48 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN setting will remain. DIC display.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-49 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors Press the customization button until will unlock when the key is taken REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to select out of the ignition. the DIC display.
Page 178 5-50 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be settings for this feature. Then press DELAY DOOR LOCK made to this feature. The current the customization button to scroll This feature allows you to select setting will remain. through the following settings: whether or not the locking of the LIGHTS OFF: The exterior lamps vehicle's doors and liftgate will be...
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-51 for this feature. Then press the Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING customization button to scroll EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select through the following settings: display. Press the set/reset button whether or not to have the exterior once to access the settings for this lights turn on briefly during low light...
Page 180 5-52 Instruments and Controls The lights will remain on for LOUD: The chime volume will be for this feature. Then press the 20 seconds or until the lock button set to a loud level. customization button to scroll on the RKE transmitter is pressed, through the following settings: NO CHANGE: No change will be or the vehicle is no longer off.
Page 181 Instruments and Controls 5-53 EASY EXIT RECALL The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until movement will only occur one time EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the If your vehicle has this feature, it after the key is removed from the DIC display.
Page 182 5-54 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until REMOTE START NO CHANGE: No change will be MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears made to this feature. The current If your vehicle has this feature, it on the DIC display. Press the set/ setting will remain.
Page 183: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-55 DO NOT RESTORE: The Exiting the Feature Universal Remote customization features will not be Settings Menu System set to their factory default settings. The feature settings menu will be To select a setting, press the set/ See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following reset button while the desired...
Page 184 5-56 Instruments and Controls This system provides a way to The programmed buttons should be replace up to three remote control erased when the vehicle is sold or transmitters used to activate the lease ends. See Erasing devices such as garage door Universal Home Remote Buttons in openers, security systems, and this section.
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-57 hanging antenna wire is To program another Rolling Code Programming a garage door opener attached to the motor-head unit device such as an additional garage involves time-sensitive actions, so and may be a colored button. door opener, a security device, read the entire procedure before Press this button.
Page 186 5-58 Instruments and Controls If there is a row of dip switches The motor head dip switch The switch positions on the similar to the graphic above, the settings can also be used when hand-held transmitter could be garage door opener is a Fixed labeled as follows: the original hand-held transmitter Code unit.
Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-59 If a switch is set between Now press one button on the the up and down position, Universal Home Remote for write Middle. each switch setting as follows: The switch settings written If you wrote Left, press down in Step 2 now the left button (A) in the become the button strokes...
Page 188: Universal Remote System Operation
5-60 Instruments and Controls 7. Immediately release the button Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home when the garage door moves. Remote Buttons Operation The indicator light will blink The programmed buttons should be rapidly until programming is Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or complete.
Page 189: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-8 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 190: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The exterior lamps control has four the headlamps will stay on for (Parking Lamps): Turns on the positions: 10 minutes before automatically parking lamps together with the turning off to prevent the battery following: (Off): Turns off the automatic from being drained.
Page 191: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass Daytime Running Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a (Headlamp High/Low Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can driver in front of you that you want Beam Changer): To change the make it easier for others to see the to pass.
Page 192: System
Lighting When it begins to get dark, the To turn off the automatic headlamp The system may also turn on the automatic headlamp system system, turn the exterior lamps headlamps when driving through a switches from DRL to the switch to the off position and then parking garage or heavy overcast headlamps.
Page 193: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark If the vehicle is not equipped with Hazard Warning Flashers garage, the automatic headlamp DIC buttons, exit lighting is system comes on immediately. automatic. When it is dark enough Once the vehicle leaves the garage, outside, the exterior lamps remain it takes approximately one minute on for 30 seconds after the ignition...
Page 194: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn Fog Lamps signals to flash until you release the Signals lever. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out.
Page 195: Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
Lighting Auxiliary The emergency roof lamp circuit is (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the fused at 30 amps, so the total fog lamps on or off. A light will come Roof-Mounted Lamp current draw of the attached lamps on in the instrument panel cluster. should be less than this value.
Page 196: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, (Dome Off): Press the button clockwise to the farthest position to...
Page 197: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management For vehicles with reading lamps Entry Lighting they are located on the overhead The vehicle has Electric Power console. Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the battery's temperature and state To turn on the reading lamps, press feature.
Page 198: Battery Power Protection
6-10 Lighting The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in Battery Power Protection idle if the electrical loads are very steps or levels, without being This feature shuts off the dome, and high. This is true for all vehicles. noticeable.
Page 199 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player ....7-14 System CD/DVD Player ....7-19 Infotainment Auxiliary Devices .
Page 200: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Contact your dealer Navigation/Radio System road while driving, do the following before adding any equipment. For vehicles with a navigation radio while the vehicle is parked: Adding audio or communication system, see the separate Navigation equipment could interfere with Become familiar with the System manual.
Page 201: Operation
Infotainment System Operation Radio with CD (MP3) shown, Radio with USB and CD (MP3) similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 202 Infotainment System System on page 7 34 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media, (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.).
Page 203 Infotainment System XM station; or CD, MP3, or WMA 4. Press the softkey under the 3. Adjust the setting by doing one song. If information is available desired Speed Compensated of the following: during XM, CD, MP3, or WMA Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, Turn the knob clockwise playback, the song title information...
Page 204 Infotainment System ® Surround (Centerpoint EQ (Equalization): Press this The following DSP settings are Select this setting to enable button to choose bass and treble available: ® ® Bose Centerpoint . Centerpoint equalization settings designed for Normal Select this setting to signal processing produces a different types of music.
Page 205: Radio
Infotainment System 3. Adjust the setting by doing one Radio Messages Radio of the following: Calibration Error: The audio AM-FM Radio system has been calibrated for Turn the knob clockwise the vehicle from the factory. or counterclockwise. Radio Data System (RDS) If Calibration Error displays, it Press the SEEK,...
Page 206 Infotainment System Up to 36 stations can be (Information) (RDS Features): SEEK: Press to seek the next programmed as favorites using the For vehicles with RDS features, radio station. Press and hold for a sixbutton. Press the FAV button to few seconds until a beep sounds to press to display additional text...
Page 207: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System The number of favorites pages can Satellite Radio (Information) (XM Satellite Radio be setup using the MENU button. To Service): For vehicles with XM, Satellite Radio Service setup the number of favorites press to display additional text pages: XM is a satellite radio service based information related to the current in the 48 contiguous United States...
Page 208 7-10 Infotainment System FAV (Favorites): Press to select To go to the previous or next XM 4. Press the softkey located under different favorites pages for stored station in the selected category, the Add or Remove tab. radio stations. do one of the following: To restore all removed CAT (Category): The CAT button is categories, press the softkey...
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-11 Storing an XM Channel as a 4. Press the FAV button, or let the Loading XM: The audio system is Favorite menu time out, to return to the acquiring and processing audio and original main radio screen text data.
Page 210: Radio Reception
7-12 Infotainment System No CAT Info: No category message is received after having Radio Reception information is available at this time the vehicle serviced, check with Frequency interference and static on this channel. The system is your dealer. can occur during normal radio working properly.
Page 211: Rear Side Window
Infotainment System 7-13 FM Stereo Cellular Phone Usage If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass, FM signals only reach about Cellular phone usage may cause make sure that the grid lines for the 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although interference with the vehicle's radio.
Page 212: Satellite Radio Antenna
7-14 Infotainment System Satellite Radio Antenna Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, The XM Satellite Radio antenna is and debris. CD Player located on the roof of the vehicle. If an error displays, see Keep the antenna clear of Care of the CD Player Messages later in this section.
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-15 If the surface of a CD is soiled, The CD is controlled by the buttons If a portable audio player is not clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or on the radio faceplate or by the RSA connected, No Input Device Found dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, unit.
Page 214 7-16 Infotainment System Up to 255 files. Format SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl Radios that have the capability of extension. playing MP3s can play .mp3 or .wma Press and hold, or press multiple files that were recorded onto a Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda times to continue moving forward...
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-17 Tracks are played in the following Track names longer than An MP3 CD-R or CD-RW that has order: 32 characters or four pages are been recorded without using file folders can be played. If a CD-R or shortened.
Page 216 7-18 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen to To listen to files by another artist, SEEK: Press to go to the next tracks in random, rather than press the softkey located below track. Press and hold or press sequential order. To use random: either arrow tab.
Page 217: Cd/Dvd Player
Infotainment System 7-19 The label could be caught in the alphabetical order on the CD and If a label is added to a CD player. begins playing MP3 files from that CD, more than one CD is inserted album. into the slot at a time, or an If the CD is not playing correctly, for attempt is made to play scratched any other reason, try a known...
Page 218 7-20 Infotainment System disc. If the surface of a disc is Front seat passengers can listen to Inserting a Disc damaged, such as cracked, broken, the radio (AM, FM, or XM if Insert a disc partway into either slot, or scratched, the disc does not play equipped) by pressing the BAND label side up.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-21 If loading and reading of a disc When a CD is inserted, the text tab If a front auxiliary device is cannot be completed, due to DVD or CD symbol displays on the connected, the DVD/CD AUX button unknown format, etc., and the disc left side of the radio display.
Page 220 7-22 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen to The CD player reads both (Tune): Turn to select tracks on tracks in random, rather than uncompressed audio and MP3/ the disc that is currently playing. sequential order. To use random: WMA files on a mixed mode disc.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-23 The CD player supports: No Folder Tracks are played in the following order: Up to 512 files and folders. When the disc contains only compressed files, the files are Play begins from the first track in Up to 8 folders in depth. located under the root folder.
Page 222 7-24 Infotainment System File System and Naming Playing an MP3 or WMA (in FWD (Fast Forward): Press Either the DVD or CD Slot) and hold to advance playback The song name that displays is the quickly. song name that is contained in the If a disc is inserted into the top DVD ID3 tag.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-25 The player scans the disc to sort the To change from playback by artist to Using the DVD Player files by artist and album ID3 tag playback by album: The DVD player can be controlled information. It can take several 1.
Page 224 7-26 Infotainment System Inserting a Disc If loading and reading of a disc button cycles through all available cannot be completed, due to options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Insert a disc partway into the top unknown format, etc., and the disc front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary (if slot, label side up.
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-27 A lock symbol displays next to the button might not work when the playback mode. If the DVD screen clock display. The Parental Control DVD is playing the copyright is off, press the play button to turn feature remains on until the knob is information or the previews.
Page 226 7-28 Infotainment System After making a selection press this Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A (Audio Stream): Press to cycle button. This button only operates (Audio) through audio stream formats when using a DVD. located on the DVD-A disc. The Once a DVD-A is inserted, the radio video screen shows the audio display menu shows several tab...
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-29 The road is very rough. When Stopping and Resuming CD/DVD Player Messages the road becomes smoother, the Playback Disc Format Error: This message disc should play. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, the disc label wrong side up, or if turning off the system, press...
Page 228: Auxiliary Devices
7-30 Infotainment System Auxiliary Devices For optimal sound quality, increase DVD/CD AUX (CD/Auxiliary): the portable audio device's volume Press to cycle through DVD, CD, Using the Auxiliary Input Jack to the loudest level. or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The DVD/CD text tab and a Radios with an auxiliary input jack It is always best to power the message showing track or chapter...
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-31 ® Using the USB Port updated using the latest iTunes Connecting a USB Storage application. See www.apple.com/ Device or iPod Radios with a USB port can control itunes. a USB storage device or an iPod The USB Port can be used to For help with identifying your iPod, using the radio buttons and knobs.
Page 230 7-32 Infotainment System When the vehicle is turned off, the Using Softkeys to Control a SEEK: Press to go to the next iPod automatically powers off and USB Storage Device or iPod track. Press and hold or press will not charge or draw power from multiple times to continue moving The five softkeys below the radio the vehicle's battery.
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-33 Third softkey, 5% through the list (Folder View): Press the 3. Press to select the each time the softkey is pressed. desired menu. softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the 4.
Page 232: Rear Seat Infotainment
7-34 Infotainment System Repeat Functionality Rear Seat (Shuffle Off): Press the To use Repeat: softkey below to turn shuffle Infotainment off. This is the default mode when a Press the softkey below USB storage device or iPod is first Rear Seat Entertainment to select between Repeat All and connected.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-35 Before Driving than two seconds to stop all system Headphones features such as: radio, video The RSE is designed for rear seat screen, Rear Seat Audio (RSA), passengers only. The driver cannot DVD, and/or CD. While Parental safely view the video screen while Control is on, a padlock icon driving and should not try to do so.
Page 234 7-36 Infotainment System These headphones can be used to Infrared transmitters are located at Do not store the listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, the rear of the overhead console. headphones in heat or direct MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary The headphones shut off sunlight.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-37 Battery Replacement Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks The A/V jacks, located on the rear of the floor console, allow audio or To change the batteries on the video signals to be connected from headphones: an auxiliary device such as a 1.
Page 236 7-38 Infotainment System control switches the video screen The DVD player is capable of 2. Use the remote control from the DVD player mode to the outputting audio to the wired (navigation) arrows and auxiliary device. The audio of the headphone jacks on the RSA (enter) button to use the connected source can be listened to...
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-39 Video Screen(s) If a DVD is playing and the screen Remote Control is raised to its locked position, the The video screen(s) are located in screen remains on. This is normal, the overhead console. and the DVD continues to play To use the video screen(s): through the previous audio source.
Page 238 7-40 Infotainment System Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons (Menu Navigation could also affect the function of the Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to (Power): Press this button to remote control. navigate through a menu. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Enter): Press this button to (Illumination): Press this button...
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-41 (Play/Pause): Press this (Next Track/Chapter): Press (Audio): Press this button to button to start playing a DVD. Press this button to go to the beginning of change audio tracks on DVDs that this button while a DVD is playing to the next chapter or track.
Page 240 7-42 Infotainment System If the vehicle has a third row video Battery Replacement (Camera): Press this button to screen, the AUX button controls the change camera angles on DVDs To change the remote control source display on the second row that have this feature while a DVD is batteries: video screen, and the third row...
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-43 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 242 7-44 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 243: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Infotainment System 7-45 Cleaning the RSE Overhead (except on some radios where dual Audio can be heard through wired control is allowed). For example, headphones (not included) plugged Console rear seat passengers can control into the jacks on the RSA. If the When cleaning the RSE overhead and listen to a CD through the vehicle has this feature, audio can...
Page 244 7-46 Infotainment System Volume: Turn this knob to increase PROG (Program): Press this Press and hold the left or right or to decrease the volume of the button to go to the next preset radio seek arrow until the display flashes, wired headphones.
Page 245: Bluetooth
Infotainment System 7-47 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and Bluetooth this section for more information.
Page 246 7-48 Infotainment System Up to five cell phones can be When to Speak: A short tone (Mute/Push To Talk): Press paired to the Bluetooth system. sounds after the system responds to answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a The pairing process is disabled system information, and start voice command.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-49 Pairing a Phone This name will be used to Deleting a Paired Phone indicate which phones are If the phone name you want to 1. Press and hold paired and connected to the delete is unknown, see Listing All two seconds.
Page 248 7-50 Infotainment System 3. Say Change phone. Delete: This command is used to To hear all of the numbers delete individual name tags. recognized by the system, say If another cell phone is Verify at any time. found, the response will be Delete All Name Tags: This <Phone name>...
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-51 Using the Delete All Name Tags Making a Call Using the Digit Dial Command Command The digit dial command allows a Calls can be made using the This command deletes all stored phone number to be dialed by following commands.
Page 250 7-52 Infotainment System Once connected, the person called Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to will be heard through the audio dial the number of the third party Call waiting must be supported on speakers. to be called. the cell phone and enabled by the 4.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-53 Transferring a Call the audio transfer feature on the Dual Tone Multi-Frequency cell phone. See your cell phone (DTMF) Tones Audio can be transferred between manufacturer's user guide for more the Bluetooth system and the cell The Bluetooth system can send information.
Page 252: Agreements
7-54 Infotainment System Clearing the System Trademarks and Unless information is deleted out of License Agreements the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how Manufactured under license from to delete this information, see the Dolby Laboratories.
Page 253: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-4 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only) .
Page 254 Climate Controls window, and second row floor automatically in this setting, unless (Fan Control): Turn the left outlets. In this mode, the system the outside temperature is close to knob clockwise or counterclockwise automatically selects outside air. freezing. to increase or decrease the fan Recirculation cannot be selected speed.
Page 255 Climate Controls REAR: Press to turn the rear For vehicles with heated outside (Recirculation): Press this heating and air conditioning on. See rearview mirrors, the mirrors will button to turn the recirculation mode Rear Climate Control System (Rear heat to help clear fog or frost from on or off.
Page 256: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System K. Air Conditioning PASS The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system M. Passenger Temperature Control described later in this section. (On/Off): Press to turn the climate control system on or off.
Page 257 Climate Controls Driver and Passenger Side The passenger temperature setting When AUTO is selected, the air Temperature Control can be set to match the driver conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically temperature setting by pressing the The driver and passenger side PASS button and turning off the controlled.
Page 258 Climate Controls the system remains at the Manual Operation The air delivery mode setting is maximum cooling setting. If a displayed and the AUTO light turns (Fan Control): Press these temperature setting of 32°C off. The fan remains under buttons to increase or decrease the (90°F) is chosen, the system automatic control.
Page 259 Climate Controls The passenger temperature control If this button is pressed when the air (Defog): This mode clears the cannot be activated while in defrost conditioning compressor is windows of fog or moisture. Air is mode. If the PASS button is unavailable, the indicator flashes directed to the windshield, floor pressed, the button indicator flashes...
Page 260 Climate Controls PASS: Press to set the passenger (Recirculation): Press to turn (Rear Window Defogger): temperature setting to match the the recirculation mode on or off. An Press to turn the rear window driver temperature setting. The indicator light comes on to show defogger on or off.
Page 261 Climate Controls Sensors There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature.
Page 262: Rear Climate Control System
8-10 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System The rear system can also be turned off by turning the rear fan knob to (Rear Climate Control Only) position. For vehicles with this system, the rear controls are three knobs located in Mimic Mode: This mode matches the headliner.
Page 263 Climate Controls 8-11 Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn Rear Climate Control System clockwise or counterclockwise to (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) change the direction of the airflow. For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are (Vent): Air is directed through integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console.
Page 264 8-12 Climate Controls The rear climate control system can Automatic Operation, Manual Operation also be turned off by pressing and If Equipped (Fan Control): Press these holding the button. To turn the buttons on the rear seat audio AUTO: Press the air delivery mode system on from the rear seats, control panel to increase or button until this setting is selected to...
Page 265: Air Vents
Climate Controls 8-13 Keep the air path under the front Air Vents seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the Use the air outlets located in the vehicle. center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the Adding outside equipment to the airflow.
Page 266 8-14 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 267 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-24 Brakes Engine Heater ....9-26 Antilock Brake Operating Retained Accessory System (ABS) .
Page 268: Distracted Driving
Driving and Operating Watch the road. Do not California Fuel Driving Information read, take notes, or look up Requirements ....9-62 information on phones or other Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-62 Distracted Driving electronic devices.
Page 269: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Keep pets in an appropriate Defensive Driving WARNING carrier or restraint. Defensive driving means always Avoid stressful conversations Drinking and then driving is very expect the unexpected. The first while driving, whether with a dangerous. Your reflexes, step in driving defensively is to wear passenger or on a cell phone.
Page 270: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Braking power brake assist but it will be Curve Tips used when the brake is applied. Take curves at a reasonable Braking action involves perception Once the power assist is used up, it speed. time and reaction time. Deciding to can take longer to stop and the push the brake pedal is perception Reduce speed before entering a...
Page 271: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Then turn the steering wheel to If the vehicle starts to slide, follow go straight down the roadway. these suggestions: Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the Skidding vehicle to go.
Page 272: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Read all the information about Controlling the vehicle is the key to acceleration, or braking, four-wheel-drive vehicles in this successful off-road driving. One of including reducing vehicle speed manual. the best ways to control the vehicle by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 273 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Driving on Hills the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving Driving safely on hills requires good and Tires. judgment and an understanding of WARNING what the vehicle can and cannot do. Environmental Concerns Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the load...
Page 274 Driving and Operating Never go downhill forward or When driving down a hill, keep When driving on hills: backward with either the the vehicle headed straight Use a low gear and keep a firm transmission or transfer case in down. Use a low gear because grip on the steering wheel.
Page 275 Driving and Operating 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted downhill. If the vehicle slips restart the engine. after stalling, set the parking sideways, it can hit something brake, shift an automatic that will trip it a rock, a If driving uphill when the transmission into P (Park), and...
Page 276 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Notice: Do not drive through WARNING standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, Use a low gear when driving in axles or exhaust pipe.
Page 277: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) Remove any brush or debris that Rain and wet roads can reduce has collected on the underbody, vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates or chassis, or under the hood.
Page 278: Highway Hypnosis
9-12 Driving and Operating Hydroplaning Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to can build up under the vehicle's weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. tires so they actually ride on the If you become tired or sleepy, find a Allow extra following distance.
Page 279: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating 9-13 Pay attention to special road Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding Driving on steep hills or through roads, long grades, passing or Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving no-passing zones) and take or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 280 9-14 Driving and Operating Try not to break the fragile traction. Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) If you accelerate too fast, the drive Being stuck in snow can be a wheels will spin and polish the serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: surface under the tires even more.
Page 281: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-15 If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire WARNING (Continued) chains on the vehicle, see Tire Slowly and cautiously spin the Chains on page 10 70. For more information about wheels to free the vehicle when Rocking the Vehicle to Get carbon monoxide, see Engine stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 282: Vehicle Load Limits
9-16 Driving and Operating Release the accelerator pedal while vehicle capacity weight and shifting, and press lightly on the includes the weight of all accelerator pedal when the occupants, cargo, and all transmission is in gear. Slowly nonfactory-installed options. spinning the wheels in the forward Two labels on your vehicle show and reverse directions causes a how much weight it was...
Page 283 Driving and Operating 9-17 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The Tire and Loading The combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should size of the original equipment never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 284 9-18 Driving and Operating 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. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 285 Driving and Operating 9-19 The combined weight of the of your vehicle. This is called driver, passengers, and cargo Gross Vehicle Weight Rating should never exceed your (GVWR). The GVWR includes vehicle's capacity weight. the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
Page 286 9-20 Driving and Operating And, if you do have a heavy The label will help you decide WARNING load, you should spread it out. how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry. Things you put inside the WARNING vehicle can strike and injure Using heavier suspension people in a sudden stop or...
Page 287: New Vehicle Break-In
Driving and Operating 9-21 Avoid making hard stops for Starting and WARNING (Continued) the first 322 km (200 miles) or Operating so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet When you carry something broken in. Hard stops with New Vehicle Break-In inside the vehicle, secure new linings can mean...
Page 288: Ignition Positions
9-22 Driving and Operating Adjustable Throttle and Before you start driving, fully press To shift out of P (Park), the ignition the brake pedal to confirm the must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ Brake Pedal adjustment is right for you. While ACCESSORY and the regular brake driving, make only small pedal must be applied.
Page 289 Driving and Operating 9-23 If the vehicle must be shut off in an Notice: Using a tool to force the WARNING emergency: key to turn in the ignition could cause damage to the switch or 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while break the key.
Page 290: Starting The Engine
9-24 Driving and Operating The switch stays in this position Starting the Engine The vehicle has a when the engine is running. The Computer-Controlled Cranking If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the transmission is also unlocked in this System. This feature assists in hybrid supplement for more position on automatic transmission starting the engine and protects...
Page 291 Driving and Operating 9-25 When the Low Fuel warning 2. If the engine does not start after Notice: The engine is designed to lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL 5 10 seconds, especially in very work with the electronics in the LOW message is displayed in cold weather (below 18°C vehicle.
Page 292: Engine Heater
9-26 Driving and Operating Engine Heater To Use the Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) Heater The engine coolant heater can 1. Turn off the engine. provide easier starting and better overheat and cause a fire. You fuel economy during engine could be seriously injured. Plug 2.
Page 293: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-27 Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park WARNING (Continued) Power (RAP) WARNING trailer, see Driving Characteristics The following vehicle accessories and Towing Tips on page 9 68. can be used for up to 10 minutes It can be dangerous to get out of Always set the parking brake.
Page 294: Shifting Out Of Park
9-28 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with This is called torque lock. To the engine running, be sure your prevent torque lock, set the parking Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the brake and then shift into P (Park) parking brake is firmly set before properly before you leave the driver...
Page 295: Active Fuel Management
Driving and Operating 9-29 Prevent movement of the shift ® If you still are unable to shift out of Active Fuel Management lever out of P (Park), unless the P (Park): ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ Vehicles with V8 engines may have 1.
Page 296: Engine Exhaust
9-30 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. But if you ever have damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon to, here are some things to know.
Page 297: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-31 Automatic WARNING WARNING Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of If the vehicle has a four-wheel If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the the vehicle if the automatic drive transfer case with a hybrid supplement for more transmission shift lever is not fully N (Neutral) position, and the...
Page 298 9-32 Driving and Operating P (Park): This position locks the R (Reverse): Use this gear to WARNING (Continued) rear wheels. It is the best position to back up. use when starting the engine Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) always set the parking brake and because the vehicle cannot move while the vehicle is moving move the shift lever to P (Park).
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-33 D (Drive): This position is for Downshifting the transmission in WARNING normal driving. It provides the best slippery road conditions could result fuel economy. If you need more in skidding. See Skidding under Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: Loss of Control on page 9 5.
Page 300 9-34 Driving and Operating The vehicle's transmission uses feature, see Range Selection rear wheels when you are trying to adaptive shift controls. Adaptive Mode under Manual Mode on start the vehicle from a stop on shift controls continually compares page 9 35. slippery road surfaces.
Page 301: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-35 Manual Mode 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, While using Range Selection Mode, located on the steering column Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Range Selection Mode shift lever, to select the desired Mode can be used. ® (Hydra-Matic 6-Speed range of gears for the current...
Page 302: Tow/Haul Mode
9-36 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is only active while the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and you are not in the Range Selection Mode. See Tow/Haul Mode listed previously and Manual Mode on page 9 35 for more information on the Range Selection Mode.
Page 303: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-37 Drive Systems While driving on clean dry pavement Automatic Transfer Case and during tight turns, you may experience a vibration in the Four-Wheel Drive (Two steering system. Speed Automatic ® The vehicle has StabiliTrak Transfer Case) Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low will turn Traction Control and If the vehicle has four-wheel drive,...
Page 304 9-38 Driving and Operating If the lights do not come on, you 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use WARNING should take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. An indicator light when you need extra traction, such Shifting the transfer case to will flash while shifting.
Page 305 Driving and Operating 9-39 Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Shifting Into Four-Wheel Notice: Shifting the transmission High or AUTO (Automatic Drive Low into gear before the requested Four-Wheel Drive) mode indicator light has stopped When Four-Wheel Drive Low is flashing could damage the Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel engaged, vehicle speed should be transfer case.
Page 306 9-40 Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Four-Wheel transfer case. To help avoid Shifting into Neutral Drive Low damaging the vehicle, always wait To shift the transfer case to for the mode indicator lights to To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low N (Neutral) do the following: stop flashing before shifting the to Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO,...
Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-41 6. Turn the transfer case dial 9. Place the transmission shift 4. Release the parking brake prior clockwise to N (Neutral) until it lever in P (Park). to moving the vehicle. stops and hold it there until the 10.
Page 308: Transfer Case
9-42 Driving and Operating Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle The vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive ® with StabiliTrak . For information on (Single Speed Automatic The front axle engages and ® StabiliTrak, see StabiliTrak System disengages automatically when you Transfer Case) on page 9 46. shift the transfer case.
Page 309 Driving and Operating 9-43 AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Service Four Wheel Drive Shifting Into Two-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use Drive High If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE when road surface traction message stays on, you should take Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel conditions are variable.
Page 310 9-44 Driving and Operating Brakes As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls Antilock Brake braking pressure accordingly. System (ABS) Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to This vehicle has the Antilock Brake If there is a problem with ABS, this the brake pedal or always decrease...
Page 311: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-45 Braking in Emergencies If the ignition is on, the brake Brake Assist system warning light will come on. ABS allows the driver to steer and This vehicle has a brake assist See Brake System Warning Light on brake at the same time.
Page 312: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-46 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) two seconds to ensure that there is Ride Control Systems no rolling. The brakes will Non hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak automatically release when the ® StabiliTrak System have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) accelerator pedal is applied within feature, which may be useful when the two second window.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-47 StabiliTrak is on automatically If cruise control is being used when whenever the vehicle is started. To StabiliTrak activates, the cruise assist with directional control of the control automatically disengages. vehicle, the system should always The cruise control can be be left on.
Page 314 9-48 Driving and Operating brake-traction control when traction on, and the appropriate message control is off, but will not be able to will appear on the DIC. Both traction use the engine speed management control and StabiliTrak are system. See Traction Control automatically disabled in this Operation next for more condition.
Page 315: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-49 disabled. In this mode, engine When this happens, a reduction in Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak power is not reduced automatically acceleration may be noticed, or a have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) and the driven wheels can spin noise or vibration may be heard.
Page 316: Automatic Level Control
9-50 Driving and Operating Continuous Damping Autoride and MagneRide also An air compressor connected to the interact with the tow/haul mode that, rear shocks will raise or lower the Control (CDC) when activated, will provide rear of the vehicle to maintain additional control of the shock proper vehicle height.
Page 317: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-51 Cruise Control If the vehicle has StabiliTrak and the +RES (Resume/Accelerate): system begins to limit wheel spin, Press briefly to make the vehicle cruise control will automatically resume to a previously set speed, WARNING ® disengage. See StabiliTrak System or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 318 9-52 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in 3. Press the SET button located Using Cruise Control on Hills small amounts, press the +RES on the steering wheel and How well the cruise control works button. Each time this is done, release it.
Page 319: Object Detection Systems
Driving and Operating 9-53 Ending Cruise Control Object Detection How the System Works There are three ways to end cruise Systems URPA comes on automatically control: when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). A single tone sounds To disengage cruise control, Ultrasonic Parking Assist to indicate the system is working.
Page 320: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)
9-54 Driving and Operating Turning the System On and Off PARK ASSIST OFF: This message Other conditions may affect system occurs if the driver disables the performance, such as vibrations system or if the vehicle is driven from a jackhammer or the above 8 km/h (5 mph) in compression of air brakes on a R (Reverse).
Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-55 How the System Works the same side, the display will flash to give you extra warning not to The SBZA symbol lights up in the change lanes. side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the side blind At speeds greater then 32 km/h zone, indicating it may be unsafe to (20 mph), SBZA displays may come...
Page 322 9-56 Driving and Operating shrubs, and other stationary objects. The SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE This is normal system operation, the option will not be selectable if the ALERT SYSTEM: If this message vehicle does not need service. conditions for normal system appears, both SBZA displays will operation are not met.
Page 323: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)
Driving and Operating 9-57 Such modifications could void the Turning the RVC System On or Off WARNING (Continued) user's authority to operate the To turn off the RVC system, press equipment. cross-traffic. Perceived distances and hold , located on the inside may be different from actual rearview mirror, until the left Rear Vision...
Page 324 9-58 Driving and Operating Turning the RVC System On or Off The delay that is received after (Contrast): Touch the + (plus) shifting out of R (Reverse) is (minus) screen buttons to To turn the RVC system on or off: approximately 10 seconds.
Page 325 Driving and Operating 9-59 To turn the symbols on or off: Guidelines RVC Location 1. Make sure that URPA has not The RVC system has a guideline been disabled. overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a 2.
Page 326 9-60 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in an Displayed images may be further or accident, the position and closer than they appear. The area mounting angle of the camera displayed is limited and objects can change or the camera can which are close to either corner of be affected.
Page 327: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-61 The fast flash conditions are Fuel used to protect the video device Use of the recommended fuel is an from high temperature important part of the proper conditions. Once conditions maintenance of this vehicle. To help return to normal the device will keep the engine clean and maintain reset and the green indicator will...
Page 328: California Fuel Requirements
9-62 Driving and Operating Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge Gasoline Specifications satisfactorily on fuels meeting and a yellow fuel cap can use either federal specifications, but emission (U.S. and Canada Only) unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel control system performance might containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
Page 329: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating 9-63 Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP Notice: This vehicle was not TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, designed for fuel that contains To provide cleaner air, all gasolines one bottle of GM Fuel System methanol. Do not use fuel in the United States are now Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel containing methanol.
Page 330: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-64 Driving and Operating Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) find E85 fuel. Those stations that do It is best not to alternate repeatedly have E85 should have a label between gasoline and E85. If you Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge indicating ethanol content.
Page 331: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-65 Notice: This vehicle was not WARNING (Continued) designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel Keep sparks, flames, and containing methanol. It can smoking materials away from fuel. corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic Do not leave the fuel pump and rubber parts.
Page 332 9-66 Driving and Operating While refueling, hang the tethered When replacing the fuel cap, insert WARNING fuel cap from the hook on the the tether in its hole before fuel door. tightening the cap. Turn the fuel cap If a fire starts while you are clockwise until it clicks.
Page 333: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-67 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact Information WARNING with the inside of the fill opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
Page 334 9-68 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer at all during For information on towing a disabled Important considerations that have the first 800 km (500 miles) the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on to do with weight: new vehicle is driven. The page 10 93.
Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-69 Towing a trailer requires a certain Following Distance WARNING (Continued) amount of experience. The Stay at least twice as far behind the combination you are driving is vehicle ahead as you would when longer and not as responsive as the To maximize safety when towing driving the vehicle without a trailer.
Page 336 9-70 Driving and Operating Making Turns transmission is not shifted down, the engine off. If the overheat warning brakes might get hot and no longer comes on, see Engine Overheating Notice: Making very sharp turns work well. on page 10 21. while trailering could cause the Vehicles can tow in D (Drive).
Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-71 3. When the wheel chocks are in 4. Release the parking brake. WARNING (Continued) place, release the regular brakes 5. Let up on the brake pedal. until the chocks absorb the load. not move, even when on fairly 6.
Page 338: Trailer Towing
9-72 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing The following information has many WARNING (Continued) time-tested, important trailering tips If the vehicle has a hybrid engine, and safety rules. Many of these are dealer for advice and information see the Hybrid supplement for more important for your safety and that of about towing a trailer with the information.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-73 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 2 495 kg (5,500 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 3.42...
Page 340 9-74 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 2500 Series 2WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.73 4 355 kg (9,600 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 2500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.73 4 264 kg (9,400 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions.
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-75 Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) 2500 Weight Carrying 453 kg (1,000 lbs) 1500 Weight Distributing 499 kg (1,100 lbs) 2500 Weight Distributing 680 kg (1,500 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum the vehicle to exceed the GVWR allowable tongue weight for the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or...
Page 342: Towing Equipment
9-76 Driving and Operating Total Weight on the Vehicle's trailer combination, fully loaded for Weight Distributing Hitch the trip, getting individual weights Tires Adjustment for each of these items. Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated to the inflation pressures Towing Equipment found on the Certification label on the drivers door or see Vehicle Load...
Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-77 Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Basic Trailer Wiring The trailer wiring harness, with a Always attach chains between the A loaded trailer that weighs more seven-pin connector, is located at vehicle and the trailer. Cross the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to the rear of the vehicle and is tied to safety chains under the tongue of have its own brake system that is...
Page 344 9-78 Driving and Operating *The fuses for these two circuits are The seven-wire harness contains headlamps as a second way to installed in the underhood electrical the following trailer circuits: boost the vehicle system and center, but the wires are not charge the battery.
Page 345 Driving and Operating 9-79 brake controller is installed, the Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul ITBC must be disconnected. Do not when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer power both ITBC and aftermarket large or heavy load.
Page 346 9-80 Driving and Operating This symbol is located on the Trailer If the vehicle s brake, anti lock WARNING Brake Control Panel on vehicles brake or StabiliTrak systems are not with an Integrated Trailer Brake functioning properly, the ITBC Connecting a trailer that is not Control System.
Page 347 Driving and Operating 9-81 When trailering, make sure of the Trailer Brake Control Panel allows manual application the trailer following: brakes. The Trailer Brake Control Panel is used along with the Trailer The ITBC system is used only Brake Display Page on the DIC to with trailers that are equipped adjust and display power output to with electric brakes.
Page 348 9-82 Driving and Operating Pressing a Trailer Gain TRAILER GAIN This setting is The Trailer Output will indicate - - - button If the Trailer Brake displayed anytime the Trailer Brake - - - on the Trailer Brake Display Display Page is not currently Display Page is active.
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-83 Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Use the following procedure to correctly adjust Trailer Gain for each The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a towing condition: Lever is located on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and must Control Panel and is used to apply be adjusted any time vehicle...
Page 350 9-84 Driving and Operating In the Trailer Output display 6. Adjust the Trailer Gain to just message will automatically turn off on the DIC, - - - - - - will below the point of trailer wheel in about ten seconds. The driver disappear if there is no lock-up, indicated by trailer can also acknowledge this message...
Page 351 Driving and Operating 9-85 2. There is an electrical fault in the 4. If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING If either the CHECK TRAILER wiring to the electric trailer message re-appears, the WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER brakes. This message will BRAKE SYSTEM message is electrical fault is on the continue as long as there is an vehicle side.
Page 352: Trailer Sway
9-86 Driving and Operating Trailer Sway Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Control (TSC) Similar Equipment Add-Ons Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak Before installing a snow plow on the Add-On Electrical have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) vehicle, here are some things you feature.
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-87 Follow the snow plow Some vehicles are built with a Say, for example, you have a 318 kg manufacturer's special snow plow prep package, (700 lb) snow plow. The total weight recommendations regarding called RPO VYU. If the vehicle has of all occupants and cargo inside rear ballast.
Page 354 9-88 Driving and Operating Front axle reserve capacity is the In order to calculate the amount of difference between the front Gross weight any front accessory, such as Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the a snow plow, is adding to the front front axle weight of the vehicle with axle, use the following formula: full fuel and passengers.
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-89 For example, adding a 318 kg Heavier equipment can be added on WARNING (Continued) (700 lb) snow plow actually adds the front of the vehicle if it is more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the compensated for by carrying fewer proper braking performance.
Page 356 9-90 Driving and Operating Total vehicle reserve capacity is the The total vehicle reserve capacity Emergency Roof Lamp difference between the GVWR and for the vehicle can be found in the Provisions the weight of the vehicle with full lower right corner of the Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow fuel and passengers.
Page 357 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating ..10-21 Bulb Replacement Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement ..10-37 Protection Halogen Bulbs ....10-37 Operating Mode .
Page 358 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-59 Jump Starting ....10-88 For service and parts needs, Tire Inspection .
Page 359: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the 65 Warning Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the...
Page 360: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. WARNING (Continued) Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Doing Your Own Check on page 3 44. Be sure to use the proper Service Work nuts, bolts, and other Keep a record with all parts receipts fasteners.
Page 361: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the...
Page 362: Engine Compartment
10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.0L V8 Engine Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See When K. Brake Master Cylinder page 10 15. to Add Engine Oil under Reservoir. See Brake Fluid under Brake Fluid on Engine Oil on page 10 8. B.
Page 364: Overview
10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful get an accurate reading, the vehicle attention must be paid to engine oil.
Page 365 Vehicle Care 10-9 has so much oil that the oil level Specification Viscosity Grade gets above the cross-hatched Use and ask for licensed engine SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity area that shows the proper oils with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle.
Page 366: Engine Oil Life System
10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System Oil Flushes Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil elements that can be unhealthy for Do not add anything to the oil. The This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause recommended oils with the dexos...
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-11 It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life the best conditions, the oil life System can be reset as follows: Life System system might indicate that an oil 1.
Page 368: Automatic Transmission
10-12 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the Before checking the fluid level, scheduled maintenance intervals prepare the vehicle as follows: Fluid listed in Maintenance Schedule on 1. Start the engine and park the page 11 3. Be sure to use the When to Check and Change vehicle on a level surface.
Page 369 Vehicle Care 10-13 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the 1. Locate the transmission 5.
Page 370 10-14 Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. Safe operating level is within the The hot check is the most accurate at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the...
Page 371: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-15 Consistency of Readings How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described To inspect the air cleaner/filter, previously. Consistency (repeatable remove the engine air cleaner/filter readings) is important to maintaining from the vehicle by following proper fluid level.
Page 372: Cooling System
10-16 Vehicle Care WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.0L 3.
Page 373: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-17 Engine Coolant WARNING WARNING (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle An electric engine cooling fan is filled with DEX-COOL engine Do not run the engine if there is a under the hood can start up even coolant.
Page 374 10-18 Vehicle Care What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or drinkable water and DEX-COOL additives are used in the vehicle coolant. If using this mixture, cooling system, the vehicle WARNING nothing else needs to be added. could be damaged.
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-19 Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant WARNING level. Check to see if coolant is visible in You can be burned if you spill the coolant surge tank.
Page 376 10-20 Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the surge WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure even a little they can...
Page 377: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-21 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be In addition, ENGINE OVERHEATED sure the pressure cap is STOP ENGINE, ENGINE hand-tight and fully seated. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and an ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED 6. Verify coolant level after engine message comes on in the Driver is shut off and the coolant is Information Center (DIC) on the...
Page 378 10-22 Vehicle Care Then check to see if the engine If Steam Is Coming from the WARNING (Continued) cooling fans are running. If the Engine Compartment engine is overheating, both fans See Overheated Engine should be running. If they are not, WARNING Protection Operating Mode on do not continue to run the engine...
Page 379: Overheated Engine
Vehicle Care 10-23 Idles for long periods in traffic. If the warning continues, pull distances and/or towing a trailer in over, stop, and park the vehicle the overheat protection mode Tows a trailer. See Trailer should be avoided. right away. Towing on page 9 72.
Page 380: Power Steering Fluid
10-24 Vehicle Care more fully engages, so an increase The fans will change to low speed How to Check Power Steering in fan noise may be heard. This is when additional cooling is no longer Fluid normal and should not be mistaken required.
Page 381: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-25 The level should be at the FULL Adding Washer Fluid Notice COLD mark. If necessary, add only When using concentrated The vehicle has a low washer fluid enough fluid to bring the level up to washer fluid, follow the message on the DIC that comes the mark.
Page 382: Brakes
10-26 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 383: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-27 Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid. See Maintenance worn, there will be too much fluid Schedule on page 11 3.
Page 384: Battery
10-28 Vehicle Care After work is done on the brake Notice Battery hydraulic system, make sure the Using the wrong fluid If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the level is above the MIN but not over can badly damage brake hybrid supplement for more the MAX mark.
Page 385: Four-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-29 Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level Transfer Case surface. WARNING If the level is below the bottom of When to Check Lubricant Batteries have acid that can burn the fill plug hole, some lubricant will Refer to Maintenance Schedule on you and gas that can explode.
Page 386: Front Axle
10-30 Vehicle Care Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected, or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 387: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-31 What to Use out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Therefore, a reading taken Lubricants on page 11 11 to five minutes after the vehicle has determine what kind of lubricant been driven will appear to have a to use.
Page 388: Function Check
10-32 Vehicle Care For the 2500 series, the proper 2. Firmly apply both the parking Automatic Transmission level is from 0 mm to 13 mm brake and the regular brake. Shift Lock Control (0 in to 1/2 in) below the bottom See Parking Brake on Function Check of the fill plug hole, located at...
Page 389: Ignition Transmission Lock
Vehicle Care 10-33 To check the P (Park) 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: ignition on, but do not start the Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to engine. Without applying the P (Park).
Page 390: Glass Replacement
10-34 Vehicle Care Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of the park rest position. 2. Squeeze the grooved areas on 4. Replace the wiper blade. each side of the blade, and turn 5. Return the wiper blade assembly the blade assembly away from to the park rest position.
Page 391: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-35 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. The Be placed so the headlamps The vehicle has a visual optical high-beam headlamps will be are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a headlamp aiming system.
Page 392 10-36 Vehicle Care 6. Turn on the low-beam 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw headlamps and place a piece of until the headlamp beam is cardboard or equivalent in front aimed to the horizontal of the headlamp not being tape line. Turn it clockwise or adjusted.
Page 393: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-37 Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, To replace one of these bulbs: Stoplamps, and Back-Up 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate For the proper type of replacement (Manual) on page 2 9 or Liftgate Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on (Power) on page 2 10.
Page 394: License Plate Lamp
10-38 Vehicle Care 4. Press the release tab, if bulb License Plate Lamp 2. Twist and pull the license plate socket has one, and turn the lamp assembly forward through bulb socket counterclockwise to the molding opening. remove it from the taillamp 3.
Page 395: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-39 Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Electrical System Replace a bad fuse with a new one hybrid supplement for more of the identical size and rating. information.
Page 396: Fuses And Circuit
10-40 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Although the circuit is protected Fuses and Circuit from electrical overload, overload Breakers An electrical overload may cause due to heavy snow or ice may the lamps to go on and off, or in cause wiper linkage damage. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the some cases to remain off.
Page 397: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-41 Look at the silver-colored band Engine Compartment If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the inside the fuse. If the band is broken hybrid supplement for more Fuse Block or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure information. you replace a bad fuse with a new Notice: Spilling liquid on any one of the identical size and rating.
Page 398 10-42 Vehicle Care I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-43 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Trailer Back-up Fuel System Control features shown. Lamps Module Fuses Usage Driver Side Headlamp Washer Right Trailer Low-Beam Headlamp Stop/Turn Lamp Rear Windshield Engine Control Washer...
Page 400 10-44 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Daytime Running Airbag System Engine Control Lamps 2 (If Equipped) (Battery) Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Sunroof Instrument Panel Cluster Key Ignition System, J-Case Usage Theft Deterrent Not Used Fuses System Auxiliary Climate Cooling Fan 1 Windshield Wiper...
Page 401: Block
Vehicle Care 10-45 Instrument Panel Fuse J-Case Relays Usage Usage Block Fuses HDLP Low-Beam Headlamp Not Used LO/HID Transfer Case Front Fog Lamps LAMP Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Air Conditioning Power) CMPRSR Compressor Mid-Bussed Electrical STRTR Starter Center 1 PWR/TRN Powertrain Climate Control FUEL...
Page 402 10-46 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High Mounted The vehicle may not be equipped Stoplamp Fuses...
Page 403: Block
Vehicle Care 10-47 Top View Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Interior Lamps Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 LT DR Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Harness Connector Usage Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Liftgate LT DR Harness Connection...
Page 404: Wheels And Tires
10-48 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Harness Circuit Connector Usage Breaker Usage Tires HEADLINER Headliner Harness Passenger Side Connector 3 Power Window Circuit Every new GM vehicle has Breaker high-quality tires made by a HEADLINER Headliner Harness Connector 2 Passenger Seat leading tire manufacturer.
Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-49 The low profile, wide tread WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) design is not recommended for off road driving. See Off-Road Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can Driving on page 9 6, for same danger as overloaded cause a crash.
Page 406: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the (D) Tire Identification Number Tire Size illustration later in this (TIN) The letters and numbers Useful information about a tire is section for more detail. following the DOT code are the molded into the sidewall.
Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-51 (G) Maximum Cold Inflation aspect ratio, construction type, (D) DOT (Department of Load Limit Maximum load and service description. See the Transportation) that can be carried and the Tire Size illustration later in this Department of Transportation maximum pressure needed section for more detail.
Page 408: Tire Designations
10-52 Vehicle Care (G) Single Tire Maximum letter P as the first character in bias ply construction; and the Load Maximum load that can the tire size means a passenger letter B means belted bias ply be carried and the maximum vehicle tire engineered to construction.
Page 409: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-53 size mean a light truck tire (D) Construction Code Tire Terminology and engineered to standards letter code is used to indicate Definitions set by the U.S. Tire and Rim the type of ply construction in Air Pressure The amount of Association.
Page 410 10-54 Vehicle Care Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded Intended Outboard Sidewall steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire The side of an asymmetrical tire, cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in that must always face outward the rim.
Page 411 Vehicle Care 10-55 Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Speed Rating Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and alphanumeric code assigned to weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and a tire indicating the maximum vehicle capacity weight, and multipurpose vehicles.
Page 412: Tire Pressure
10-56 Vehicle Care UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Maximum Load on the Notice: Neither tire Grading Standards) A tire Tire Load on an individual tire underinflation nor information system that due to curb weight, accessory overinflation is good. provides consumers with weight, occupant weight, and Underinflated tires, or tires ratings for a tire's traction,...
Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-57 The Tire and Loading When to Check Remove the valve cap from the Information label on the vehicle tire valve stem. Press the tire Check the tires once a month indicates the original equipment gauge firmly onto the valve to or more.
Page 414: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-58 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction System tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire system is not operating properly.
Page 415: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-59 alternate tires and wheels allow This vehicle may have a Tire pressure shown on the tire loading the TPMS to continue to function Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). information label. See Vehicle Load properly. The TPMS is designed to warn the Limits on page 9 16.
Page 416 10-60 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not shows the size of the original Message completed successfully equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly after rotating the tires.
Page 417 Vehicle Care 10-61 Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. Start with the driver side being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, front tire. wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger 5.
Page 418: Tire Inspection
10-62 Vehicle Care The tread or sidewall is 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Any time unusual wear is cracked, cut, or snagged noticed, rotate the tires as soon 10. Set all four tires to the deep enough to show cord or as possible and check the wheel recommended air pressure fabric.
Page 419: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-63 Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New WARNING the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors, such as maintenance, Loading Information label after parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
Page 420: Buying New Tires
10-64 Vehicle Care See Tire Inspection on page 10 62 Parking for an extended period can including brake system and Tire Rotation on page 10 62 for cause flat spots on the tires that performance, ride and handling, additional information. may result in vibrations while traction control, and tire pressure driving.
Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-65 WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires could explode during A tire and/or wheel could fail This vehicle may have a different improper service. Attempting suddenly and cause a crash. size spare than the road tires to mount or dismount a tire Use only radial-ply tires with originally installed on the vehicle.
Page 422: Different Size Tires And
10-66 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Information Uniform Tire Quality WARNING label indicates the original Grading equipment tires on the vehicle. See If different sized wheels are used, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 16 Quality grades can be found there may not be an acceptable for the label location and more where applicable on the tire...
Page 423 Vehicle Care 10-67 The Uniform Tire Quality Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Grading (UTQG) system does The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from not apply to deep tread, comparative rating based on the highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, winter-type snow tires, wear rate of the tire when tested and C.
Page 424: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-68 Vehicle Care Temperature A, B, C established for a tire that is Wheel Replacement properly inflated and not The temperature grades are A Replace any wheel that is bent, overloaded. Excessive speed, (the highest), B, and C, cracked, or badly rusted or underinflation, or excessive representing the tire's resistance corroded.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-69 Notice: The wrong wheel can Used Replacement Wheels WARNING also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer WARNING Using the wrong replacement or odometer calibration, wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel headlamp aim, bumper height, Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous.
Page 426: Tire Chains
10-70 Vehicle Care Tire Chains Notice: If the vehicle has WARNING (Continued) P265/70R17 size tires, use tire If your vehicle is a Hybrid, see the chains only where legal and only Hybrid Supplement for more when necessary. Use chains that Use another type of traction information.
Page 427: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-71 If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or are maintained properly.
Page 428: Tire Changing
10-72 Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire WARNING (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on the hazard 3. For vehicles with warning flashers. See Hazard four-wheel-drive with a Warning Flashers on page 6 5.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-73 4. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (C) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the following tools: A. Jack Knob Regular Wheelbase Shown, Extended Wheelbase Similar B. Wing Nut Retaining the Tool Bag 1.
Page 430 10-74 Vehicle Care To access the spare tire, refer to the Hoist End of Extension Tool following graphics and instructions: K. Spare Tire Lock 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (K). 2.
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-75 5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch 7.
Page 432 10-76 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and If the wheel has a bolt-on hub cap, loosen the plastic nut caps Installing the Spare Tire by turning the wheel wrench 1. Do a safety check before counterclockwise. The plastic proceeding. See If a Tire Goes nut caps will be retained in the Flat on page 10 71 for more hub cap after it is removed from...
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-77 Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack (A). Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap.
Page 434 10-78 Vehicle Care Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is WARNING on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle (B) and both jack Raising the vehicle with the jack handle extensions (C). Attach improperly positioned can the wheel wrench (D) to the jack damage the vehicle and even handle extensions (C).
Page 435 Vehicle Care 10-79 WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Never use oil or grease on bolts parts to which it is fastened, can or nuts because the nuts might make wheel nuts become loose come loose. The vehicle's wheel after time.
Page 436 10-80 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten the nuts firmly in a When reinstalling the regular wheel WARNING (Continued) crisscross sequence as shown and tire, also reinstall either the by turning the wheel wrench center cap or the bolt-on hub cap, specification supplied by the clockwise.
Page 437 Vehicle Care 10-81 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the H. Spare Tire/Flat Tire vehicle in the spare tire carrier. (Valve Stem Pointed Down) and Tools Refer to the following graphics and Hoist Shaft Access Hole instructions to help you: WARNING Hoist End of Extension Tool...
Page 438 10-82 Vehicle Care Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole).
Page 439 Vehicle Care 10-83 To store the tools, do the following: Wing Nut Retaining Wheel 5. Use the retaining bracket (C) to Blocks fasten the tool bag (B) on the stud and turn the wing nut (D) G. Jack Knob clockwise to secure. 1.
Page 440: Secondary Latch System
10-84 Vehicle Care Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the secondary latch: wrench counterclockwise three This vehicle has an or four turns. underbody-mounted tire hoist 4. Repeat this procedure at least assembly equipped with a two times.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-85 A. Jack 8. Attach the jack handle, 9. Position the center lift point of extension, and wheel wrench to the jack under the center of the B. Wheel Blocks the jack and place it (with the spare tire. 7.
Page 442 10-86 Vehicle Care 12. Lower the jack by turning 13. Disconnect the jack handle 14. Turn the wheel wrench in the the wheel wrench from the jack and carefully hoist shaft hole in the bumper counterclockwise. Keep remove the jack. Use one hand clockwise to raise the cable lowering the jack until the to push against the spare while...
Page 443: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-87 Full-Size Spare Tire Notice: If the vehicle has After installing the spare tire on your four-wheel drive and a different vehicle, you should stop as soon as Your vehicle, when new, had a size spare tire is installed, do not possible and make sure the spare fully-inflated spare tire.
Page 444: Jump Starting
10-88 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps WARNING could result in costly damage to For more information about the the vehicle that would not be Batteries can hurt you. They can vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty. be dangerous because: page 10 28.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-89 2. Get the vehicles close enough Notice: If any accessories are left 4. Open the hood on the other so the jumper cables can reach, on or plugged in during the jump vehicle and locate the but be sure the vehicles are not starting procedure, they could be positive (+) and negative ( ) touching each other.
Page 446 10-90 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present. clothing and tools away from any Battery fluid contains acid that underhood electric fan.
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-91 5. Check that the jumper cables 8. Now connect the black do not have loose or missing negative ( ) cable to the insulation. If they do, you could negative ( ) terminal of the get a shock. The vehicles could good battery.
Page 448 10-92 Vehicle Care 11. Try to start the vehicle that had To disconnect the jumper cables the dead battery. If it will not from both vehicles do the following: start after a few tries, it 1. Disconnect the black probably needs service. negative ( ) cable from the Notice: If the jumper cables are vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 449: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-93 Towing Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Towing the Vehicle If the vehicle has a hybrid engine, What is the towing capacity of see the hybrid manual for more Notice: To avoid damage, the the towing vehicle? Be sure to information.
Page 450 10-94 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a four-wheel drive vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and Transfer Case single speed automatic transfer Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a case should not be towed with all Single Speed Automatic four wheels on the ground.
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-95 After towing, see Shifting Out of Notice: If a two-wheel drive WARNING Neutral under Four-Wheel Drive vehicle or a four-wheel drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer vehicle with a single speed Shifting a four-wheel-drive Case) on page 9 37 or Four-Wheel automatic transfer case is towed vehicle's transfer case into Drive (Single Speed Automatic...
Page 452 10-96 Vehicle Care To dolly tow a two wheel drive Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a 3. Shift the transmission to vehicle or a four-wheel drive vehicle Two Speed Automatic P (Park). with a single speed automatic Transfer Case 4. Firmly set the parking brake. transfer case, the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the WARNING...
Page 453 Vehicle Care 10-97 6. Shift the transfer case to Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the N (Neutral). See Four-Wheel dolly. the Ground) Drive (Two Speed Automatic 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Transfer Case) on page 9 37 or See Parking Brake on Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed page 9 45.
Page 454: Appearance Care
10-98 Vehicle Care Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Appearance Care WARNING Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case Exterior Care Shifting a four-wheel-drive Use the following procedure to dolly vehicle's transfer case into Washing the Vehicle tow a four-wheel drive vehicle from N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle the rear: to roll even if the transmission is...
Page 455 Vehicle Care 10-99 Notice: Avoid using high sap, bird droppings, chemicals from Protecting Exterior Bright Metal pressure washes closer than industrial chimneys, etc., can Parts 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the damage the vehicle's finish if they Regularly clean bright metal parts vehicle.
Page 456 10-100 Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to the vehicle is not washed after with glass cleaner. clean the tires.
Page 457: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-101 Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not Chemical Paint Spotting removed, rust and corrosion can Chassis Components Airborne pollutants can fall upon develop. and attack painted vehicle surfaces Visually inspect front and rear causing blotchy, ring-shaped Sheet Metal Damage suspension and steering system for discolorations, and small, irregular...
Page 458 10-102 Vehicle Care Never rub any surface Your dealer may have products for Notice: To prevent scratching, aggressively or with excessive cleaning the interior. Use cleaners never use abrasive cleaners on pressure. specifically designed for the automotive glass. Abrasive surfaces being cleaned to prevent cleaners or aggressive cleaning Do not use laundry detergents permanent damage.
Page 459 Vehicle Care 10-103 2. Remove excess moisture by Following the cleaning process, a Do not use cleaners that increase gently wringing until water does paper towel can be used to blot gloss, especially on the instrument not drip from the cleaning cloth. excess moisture.
Page 460: Floor Mats
10-104 Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 461: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
Page 462 11-2 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the surfaces within legal driving Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional limits. vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services Severe chart.
Page 463: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 12 000 km/7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 464 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Check restraint system Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3 29. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10 98.
Page 465 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 466 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the d) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal pressure water can overcome the page 10 16.
Page 467 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 468: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
Page 469 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 470 11-10 Service and Maintenance As part of the multi point Vehicle Care Windshield inspection, trained dealer To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the technicians can visually inspect new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield the shocks and struts for signs available from your dealer.
Page 471: 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 Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 472 11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle (2500 Series Vehicles with SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Four-Wheel Drive) Canada 89021678). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Rear Axle Canada 89021678). ®...
Page 473: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C...
Page 474: 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 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 475 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 476 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 477: Vehicle Identification
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 478: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications If your vehicle is a Hybrid, see the Hybrid manual for more information. 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...
Page 479: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 6L80-E Transmission 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6L90-E Transmission 6.0 L 6.3 qt Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 480: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management 1.02mm (0.040 in) (Iron Block) (LMG) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management 1.02mm (0.040 in) (Aluminum Block) (LC9) 6.0L V8 (Iron Block) (L96) 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the...
Page 481: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-14...
Page 482 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 may reject it and proceed with any resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 483: 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 484: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
01-800-466-0801 Storage for online service and Roadside Assistance: Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0801 maintenance records. 1-800-268-6800 GMC dealer locator for service Customer Assistance for All Overseas Locations nationwide. Text Telephone (TTY) Please contact the local General Exclusive privileges and offers.
Page 485: Program
Customer Information 13-5 Help Center www.gmc.com/ or schedule a service For more information on the limited helpcenter appointment by adding the offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance vehicles you own to your FAQ (Frequently Asked driveway profile.
Page 486 Roadside Assistance is not a part of Road or Highway: Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When calling Roadside Assistance, nearest GMC dealer for warranty GMC and General Motors of have the following information service, or if the vehicle was in a...
Page 487: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Trip Interruption Benefits and restricted. Propane and other You will receive payment, up to Assistance: If your trip is fuels are not provided through $100, after sending the original interrupted due to a warranty this service. receipt to Roadside Assistance. failure, incidental expenses may Mechanical failures may be Lock-Out Service: Vehicle...
Page 488: Courtesy Transportation
13-8 Customer Information If your dealer requests you to bring Courtesy Transportation is not a one way or round trip shuttle service the vehicle for service, you are part of the New Vehicle Limited within reasonable time and distance urged to do so as early in the work Warranty.
Page 489: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent Information Your dealer may arrange to provide collisions. you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle reimburse you for a rental vehicle Collision Parts service, may not be available at that you obtain if the vehicle is kept...
Page 490 13-10 Customer Information these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable company may require you to have Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment.
Page 491 Customer Information 13-11 Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage Genuine GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is leased, you may be Repair Process Driver name, address, and obligated to have the vehicle telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires repaired with Genuine GM parts, damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
Page 492: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-12 Customer Information Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current Service Manuals to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle.
Page 493: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 494: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
(1-800-462-8782), or write: assist in understanding how a performance and how it is driven. vehicle's systems performed. The GMC Customer Assistance Center For example, the vehicle uses EDR is designed to record data P.O. Box 33172 computer modules to monitor and...
Page 495: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 ® This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or OnStar understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with an in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, active OnStar system, that system if the vehicle is leased, with the...
Page 496: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-16 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Identification (RFID) Statement 1. The device may not cause RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that harmful interference. vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that 2.
Page 497: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR (1 888 466 7827) to speak to an Advisor. OnStar Overview Push OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Make a call, end a call, OnStar Services or answer an incoming call.
Page 498: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 499 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers Cancel Route OnStar ready, then a tone. to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 500 14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also be OnStar ready.
Page 501 OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 502 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 16 for information OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, hard of wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 503 OnStar 14-7 OnStar Personal Identification Languages Global Positioning Number (PIN) System (GPS) The vehicle can be programmed to respond in French or Spanish. A PIN is needed to access some of Obstruction of the GPS can the OnStar services, like Remote occur in a large city with tall Push and ask an Advisor.
Page 504 14-8 OnStar A temporary loss of GPS can Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment cause loss of the ability to send Message The OnStar system is integrated a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. into the electrical architecture of the If there is limited cellular coverage The Advisor may give a verbal vehicle.
Page 505: Passenger Sensing
INDEX Airbag System Antenna Check ......3-44 Rear Side Window ... .7-13 Accessories and How Does an Airbag Satellite Radio .
Page 506 INDEX Automatic Brake Dimming Mirrors ....2-19 Pedal and Adjustable Calibration ..... . 5-6 Door Locks .
Page 507 INDEX Chains, Tire ....10-70 Clock ......5-8 Customer Assistance .
Page 508 INDEX Door Engine (cont'd) Cooling System ... . . 10-16 Ajar Messages ....5-39 Rear Seat Entertainment Delayed Locking .
Page 509 INDEX Front Axle ....10-30 Fuses Engine Compartment Front Fog Lamp Light ......5-28 Fuse Block .
Page 510 INDEX General Information Heated and Ventilated Front Instrument Cluster ... . . 5-12 Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Seats ......3-9 Instrument Panel Overview .
Page 511 INDEX Lamps (cont'd) Lights Locks (cont'd) License Plate ....10-38 Lockout Protection ... . . 2-8 Airbag Readiness .
Page 512 INDEX Messages Mirrors Airbag System ....5-44 Automatic Dimming ...2-19 Object Detection System Anti-theft Alarm System ..5-44 Automatic Dimming Messages .
Page 513 INDEX ® OnStar Power Additional Information ..14-5 Door Locks ....2-8 Park Connections ....14-4 Mirrors .
Page 514: Retained Accessory
i-10 INDEX Rear Side Window Replacement Bulbs ... 10-39 Antenna ..... . 7-13 Replacement Parts Radio Frequency Rear Storage .
Page 515 INDEX i-11 Roof Safety Locks ....2-8 Service Sunroof ..... . .2-22 Safety System Check .
Page 516 i-12 INDEX Specifications and Storage Areas Throttle, Adjustable ... . 9-22 Capacities ....12-2 Armrest .
Page 517 INDEX i-13 Tires (cont'd) Trailer Wheel Alignment and Tire Sway Control (TSC) ..9-86 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-53 Balance ....10-68 Tow Mirrors .
Page 518 i-14 INDEX Vehicle (cont'd) When It Is Time for New Remote Start ....2-5 Tires ......10-63 Warning Security .

GMC Yukon 2012 Owner's Manual

2012 Gmc Yukon/Yukon Xl Owner Manual

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

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

Doors

Vehicle Security

Windows

Roof

Restraints

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Vehicle Messages

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lamps off

Flash-To-Pass

Daytime Running

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Automatic Headlamp

Hazard Warning Flashers

Fog Lamps

Turn and Lane-Change

Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

7-1 Infotainment System Audio Players Introduction

Infotainment

Introduction

Phone

Driving and

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for GMC Yukon 2012