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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-74 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Towing the Vehicle .
Page 4 à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the GMC Truck Emblem, YUKON, and Attention: Customer Service features.
Page 5: Using This Manual
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols Warning To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. back of the manual.
Page 6: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Heated Steering Wheel and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index.
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-10 Rear Vision Steering Wheel Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-19 Adjustment ....1-11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert Instrument Panel Throttle and Brake Pedal...
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-6. 5. Favorite Switches (Out of View). 12. Exterior Lamp Controls on See Steering Wheel Controls on page 6-1. 2. Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5-2. page 5-33. Fog Lamps on page 6-5 (If Volume Switches (Out of View).
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 20. Horn on page 5-3. Initial Drive 21. Steering Wheel Controls on Information page 5-2. This section provides a brief 22. Ignition Positions on overview about some of the page 9-20. important features that may or may 23. Driver and Passenger Heated not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Door Locks
In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks : Press and release to initiate lamps will turn on. The doors will be vehicle locate. The turn signal To lock or unlock the doors from locked and the climate control lamps flash and the horn sounds inside the vehicle: system may come on.
Page 13 In Brief Power Door Locks Keyless Access Liftgate If equipped with Keyless Access, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door. Pressing the button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the handle button is pressed again within five seconds, the passenger doors and liftgate will unlock.
Page 14: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Use the pull cup to lower and close Windows Seat Adjustment the liftgate. Do not press the touch Power Seats pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Power Liftgate Operation If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead console.
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief Press and hold the control up to See Power Seat Adjustment on Memory Features increase upper lumbar support page 3-3. and decrease lower lumbar Lumbar Adjustment support. Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.
Page 16: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Second Row Seats Heated and Cooled Front Press to cool the driver or Seats passenger seat. The second row seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space, See Heated and Cooled Front Seats or the seats can be folded and on page 3-7.
Page 17: Safety Belts
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-19. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors United States Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico...
Page 18 In Brief 1-11 2. Press the arrows on the control Interior Mirror Steering Wheel pad to move each mirror in the Adjustment Adjustment desired direction. Adjust the mirror to view the area Power Tilt and Telescope Steering 3. Press either (1) or (2) again to behind the vehicle.
Page 19: Interior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal See Adjustable Throttle and Brake To change the dome lamp settings, Pedal on page 9-19. press the following: Adjustment The vehicle may have a memory OFF: Turns the lamps off, even If equipped, the position of the function, which lets pedal settings when a door is open.
Page 20: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-13 Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, roof marker lamps (if equipped), and license plate lamps.
Page 21 1-14 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Push the paddle at the top of Move the band out of the the lever to spray washer fluid on position to deactivate Rainsense. the windshield. AUTO: Press to turn Rainsense on or off. When turned Rainsense on and FRONT is in one of the...
Page 22: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-15 Climate Controls 9. Rear Climate Control Power Transmission Button This system controls the heating, Range Selection Mode 10. Rear AUTO (Automatic cooling, and ventilation. Operation) 11. Front Climate Control Power Button 12. Rear Fan Control 13. Rear Air Delivery Mode Control 14.
Page 23 1-16 In Brief 2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on Automatic Transfer Case AUTO: This setting is ideal for use the shift lever to select the when road surface traction desired range of gears for conditions are variable. current driving conditions. See 4 : Use the Four-Wheel Drive Manual Mode on page 9-32.
Page 24: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-17 Vehicle Features Cruise Control +RES: If there is a set speed in memory, press to resume that speed or press and hold to Infotainment System accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase See the infotainment manual for vehicle speed.
Page 25 1-18 In Brief Forward Collision Alert change to amber and flash. In addition, the driver seat will pulse or (FCA) System beeps will sound. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) reduce the harm caused by on page 9-65.
Page 26: Parking Assist
In Brief 1-19 Rear Vision Parking Assist Collision Preparation (ACP) System. These systems can provide a boost Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Parking Assist to braking or automatically brake the (RPA) uses sensors on the rear vehicle to help avoid or lessen the If equipped, RVC displays a view of bumper to assist with parking and severity of crashes when driving in a...
Page 27: Universal Remote System
1-20 In Brief One in the rear cargo area on Universal Remote System Sunroof the passenger side. Vehicles with Bench Seats One on the center stack below the climate control system. One in the storage area on the bench seat. One on the rear of the center If equipped with the Universal armrest storage.
Page 28: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 Open/Close: To open the sunroof, When the sunroof is opened, an air Performance and press and hold switch (1) until the deflector will automatically raise. Maintenance sunroof reaches the desired The air deflector will retract when position. Press and hold the front of the sunroof is closed.
Page 29 1-22 In Brief To turn off both traction control The low tire pressure warning light Engine Oil Life System and StabiliTrak, press and alerts to a significant loss in The engine oil life system calculates hold until illuminate pressure of one of the vehicle's engine oil life based on vehicle use tires.
Page 30: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
TTY Users (U.S. Only): Brake gradually and avoid 1-888-889-2438 abrupt stops. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Avoid idling the engine for long New GMC owners are automatically periods of time. enrolled in the Roadside Assistance When road and weather Program. conditions are appropriate, use See Roadside Assistance Program cruise control.
Page 31 1-24 In Brief NOTES...
Page 32: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-22 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-22 Keys Heated Mirrors .
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The transmitter has a button on the Check the distance.
Page 34: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps (RKE) System Operation when is pressed again within The Keyless Access system allows three seconds. See Vehicle for vehicle entry when the Personalization on page 5-50.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows through the DIC, the exterior lamps Keyless Access can be (Vehicle Locator/Panic may turn on. See Vehicle programmed to unlock all doors on Alarm): Press and release to Personalization on page 5-50. the first lock/unlock press from the initiate vehicle locate.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from If other electronic devices interfere the Passenger Doors with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE When the doors are locked and the transmitter inside the vehicle. RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) If passive locking is enabled, the of the door handle, pressing the doors may lock with the RKE...
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Liftgate Opening The vehicle can be reprogrammed 3. Insert the vehicle key into the so that lost or stolen transmitters no key lock cylinder on the driver Press the touch pad on the longer work. Each vehicle can have door handle.
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows front of the storage area next to Programming without a 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC the center console storage area Recognized Transmitter (Keyless displays PRESS ENGINE between the driver and front Access Vehicles Only) START BUTTON TO LEARN, passenger seats.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 7. Remove the transmitter from the To start the vehicle: transmitter pocket/insert and 1. Open the center console storage press on the transmitter. area and the storage tray. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 5 7. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP...
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement To replace the battery: Replace the battery in the transmitter soon if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Page 41 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The rear defog and heated and The engine will turn off during a The engine will continue to run cooled seats, if equipped, may also remote vehicle start if: for 10 minutes. Repeat come on. See Heated and Cooled Steps 1 and 2 for a 10-minute The coolant temperature gets Front Seats on page 3-7 and...
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Use the key in the driver door. Canceling a Remote Start Warning (Continued) To lock or unlock the doors from To cancel a remote start, do one of inside the vehicle: the following: passengers should wear safety belts properly and the Press on the power door...
Page 43: Automatic Door Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Key Cylinder Access Pressing the power lock switch twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 44: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 manually overridden by pressing Safety Locks Doors and holding on the power door The rear door safety locks prevent lock switch. Liftgate passengers from opening the rear Pushbutton Start: When locking doors from inside the vehicle. is requested with the driver door Warning open and the vehicle is in ACC/...
Page 45: Manual Liftgate
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate There will be a delay in the release Warning (Continued) of the liftglass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear wipers are Adjust the climate control in motion. system to a setting that Use the pull cup to lower and close brings in only outside air and the liftgate.
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Liftgate Operation The modes are: vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m MAX: Opens to maximum (3 ft) of the touch pad. Warning height. 3/4: Opens to a reduced height You, or others, could be injured if that can be set from 3/4 to fully caught in the path of the power...
Page 47 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not manually force the liftgate to Obstacle Detection Features direction and open fully. The liftgate open or close during a power cycle. will remain open until it is activated If the liftgate encounters an obstacle again or closed manually.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Manual Operation To operate, kick your foot straight up in one swift motion under the center Select OFF to manually operate the of the rear bumper, then pull it back. liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the beginning of this section.
Page 49: Power Assist Steps
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows liftgate by another method or closed. The power assist steps will There are two other modes of start the vehicle. The feature will retract immediately if the vehicle operation: be re-enabled. starts moving. Deploy Mode: To extend both power assist steps for cleaning, When closing the liftgate using this Keep hands, children, pets, objects,...
Page 50: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Vehicle Security Slow Flash: Alarm system is If the driver door is opened without armed. first unlocking with the RKE This vehicle has theft-deterrent transmitter, the horn will chirp and Arming the Alarm System features; however, they do not make the lights will flash to indicate the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 51 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Start the vehicle. Make sure there are no Intrusion Sensor and obstructions blocking the Inclination Sensor To avoid setting off the alarm by sensors in the front overhead accident: In addition to the standard console. Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system features, this Close DVD screens before...
Page 52: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 If the RKE transmitter appears to be With the vehicle off, press undamaged, try another transmitter the front overhead console to turn or place the transmitter in the off the feature. transmitter pocket/insert next to the The indicator light will come on center console storage area momentarily, indicating that these...
Page 53: Exterior Mirrors
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors 2. Press again to return the mirrors to the driving position. Convex Mirrors Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle may also have a turn Warning signal indicator on the mirror. An arrow on the mirror flashes in the A convex mirror can make things, direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 54: Blind Spot Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Automatic Dimming Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle is Mirror Mirror a long distance away, the image in the main mirror is small and The driver outside mirror near the inboard edge of the automatically adjusts for the glare of mirror.
Page 55: Interior Mirrors
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. When checking for traffic or The mirror(s) return to the original Interior Mirrors before changing a lane, look at position when: the main driver/passenger side The vehicle is shifted out of Interior Rearview Mirrors mirror to observe traffic in the R (Reverse), or remains in adjacent lane, behind your...
Page 56: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Child-View Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up.
Page 57 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down Windows window will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up Windows that have the feature to work. express-down feature allow the To reprogram the power windows: windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the 1.
Page 58: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-27 window returns to normal operation In this mode, the window can still Sun Visors once the obstacle or condition is close on an object in its path. Use removed. care when using the override mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Override...
Page 59: Roof
2-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: From the closed position, If an object is in the path of the press the rear of switch (2) to vent sunroof while it is closing, the the sunroof. anti-pinch feature will detect the Sunroof object and stop the sunroof.
Page 60: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-19 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-37 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-24 Airbag System Check .
Page 61: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 62: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.
Page 63: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Press and hold the control up to To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment increase upper lumbar support Move the seat forward or and decrease lower lumbar rearward by sliding the control support. forward or rearward. Press and hold the control down Raise or lower the front part of to increase lower lumbar support the seat cushion by moving the...
Page 64: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Tilt the top of the control forward Memory Seats to raise. Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions If the Auto Memory Recall feature is 3. Immediately press and hold enabled in the vehicle until two beeps sound. To store positions to the 1 and 2 personalization menu, then do one buttons: Manually Recalling Memory of the following to recall the 1 or 1.
Page 66: Heated And Cooled Front
Seats and Restraints The vehicle is turned off with the RKE transmitters are not labeled Heated and Cooled Front driver door open. with a number. If your memory seat Seats position is stored to 1 or 2 but Obstructions this position is not automatically If something has blocked the driver Warning recalling, then change the stored...
Page 67 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the The heated or cooled seat indicator highest setting. With each press of lights do not turn on during a remote the button, the seat will change to start. the next lower setting, and then to The temperature performance of an the off setting.
Page 68: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The buttons are on the rear of the Second Row Seats center console. Reclining Seatbacks Heated Rear Seats Press to heat the left To recline the seatback: outboard or right outboard seat cushion. Warning Press the button once for the If you cannot feel temperature highest setting.
Page 69 3-10 Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Warning Caution (Continued) Feature If either seatback is not locked, it belts and return them to their Warning could move forward in a sudden normal stowed position before stop or crash. That could cause folding a rear seat.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints 3-11 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard Folding and Tumbling the Seat side of the seat, to release the from the Third Row Seat seatback. Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 71 3-12 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) when the vehicle is in motion. People in the vehicle could be injured in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position before driving the vehicle. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Folding and Tumbling the Seat Caution from the Cargo Area Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Page 73: Third Row Seats
3-14 Seats and Restraints 2. Press the button (1) on the side To return the seat to the sitting Caution (Continued) trim of the cargo area to fold the position from the tumbled position: seatback. 1. Pull the seat down until both belts and return them to their The left button folds the left sides of the seat are latched to...
Page 74 Seats and Restraints 3-15 2. Third Row Power Seat 4. Disconnect the rear safety belt Returning the Seatback to the Buttons mini-latch, using a key in the slot Upright Position on the mini-buckle, and let the To fold the seatback: belt retract into the headliner.
Page 75: Safety Belts
3-16 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright 3. Reconnect the center safety belt Safety Belts position: mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do This section of the manual not let it twist. 1. Open the liftgate to access the describes how to use safety belts controls for the seat.
Page 76: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 77: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-18 Seats and Restraints Also, in nearly all states and in There are important things to know would apply force on your all Canadian provinces, the law about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause requires wearing safety belts. serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 78: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Lap-Shoulder Belt If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all All seating positions in the vehicle the way, the child restraint have a lap-shoulder belt. locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go If you are using a rear seating back all the way and start again.
Page 79 3-20 Seats and Restraints For front seating positions, if the Position the release button on 5. To make the lap part tight, pull webbing locks in the latch plate the buckle so that the safety belt up on the shoulder belt. before it reaches the buckle, tilt could be quickly unbuckled if For third row seats, it may be...
Page 80: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Seats and Restraints 3-21 For third row seats, slide the latch Safety Belt Pretensioners plate up the safety webbing when This vehicle has safety belt the safety belt is not in use. The pretensioners for front outboard latch plate should rest on the occupants.
Page 81 3-22 Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort Rear Outboard Seating Positions Guides There are comfort guides for the rear outboard seating positions for Warning the second row and the third row outboard seating positions. The A safety belt that is not properly comfort guides are stored on a clip worn may not provide the on the interior trim next to the...
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Third Row Center Seating Position Comfort guides for the third row center seating position are available from your dealer. Instructions are included with the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not 4. Buckle, position, and release the twisted and it lies flat.
Page 83: Safety Belt Use During
3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 84: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Safety Belt Care New parts and repairs may be Warning (Continued) necessary even if the safety belt Keep belts clean and dry. system was not being used at the crash. To help make sure the time of the crash. safety belt systems are working Warning Have the safety belt pretensioners...
Page 85: Airbag System
3-26 Seats and Restraints Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG on the trim or on an to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following attached label near the deployment airbags: opening.
Page 86 Seats and Restraints 3-27 Warning Warning (Continued) Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side an eye, anyone who is up windows in seating positions with against, or very close to any seat-mounted side impact airbags There is an airbag readiness light...
Page 87: Where Are The Airbags
3-28 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger The front center airbag is in the frontal airbag is in the passenger inboard side of the driver seatback. side instrument panel. The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 88 Seats and Restraints 3-29 Warning (Continued) that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 89: When Should An Airbag
3-30 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the The front center airbag is designed direction of the impact, and how to inflate in moderate to severe side Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. crashes depending upon the location of the impact, when either This vehicle is equipped with...
Page 90: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-31 roof-rail airbags are designed to How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many inflate during a rollover or in a types of collisions, primarily Restrain? severe frontal impact. Roof-rail because the occupant's motion is airbags are not designed to inflate in not toward those airbags.
Page 91 3-32 Seats and Restraints The parts of the airbag that come Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may problems following an airbag system, brake and steering be some smoke and dust coming deployment, you should seek systems, etc.
Page 92: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-33 crash. A new system will include certain conditions. No other airbag airbag modules and possibly is affected by the passenger other parts. The service manual sensing system. for the vehicle covers the need The passenger sensing system to replace other parts.
Page 93 3-34 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing Warning Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints the off indicator will light and stay lit restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag as a reminder that the airbag is off.
Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-35 has outgrown child restraints should is present in a child restraint. If a retractor lock is set, the belt can wear a safety belt child restraint has been installed be tightened but not pulled out of properly whether or not there is and the on indicator is lit:...
Page 95 3-36 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material Warning from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Sized Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat If the front outboard passenger heaters, or seat massagers. airbag is turned off for an 3.
Page 96: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints 3-37 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 the...
Page 97: Airbag System Check
3-38 Seats and Restraints belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check module, steering wheel, instrument interfere with the operation of the The airbag system does not need panel, any airbag module, ceiling or passenger sensing system.
Page 98: Replacing Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on Warning after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
Page 99 3-40 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the children are safer when properly trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that restrained in a rear seating position.
Page 100: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
Page 101 3-42 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to wrapped around a child s neck. crash forces, an infant or a child If the shoulder belt is locked and will become so heavy it is not...
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-43 restraint should take into Warning (Continued) Warning consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also the front outboard seat, always To reduce the risk of neck and whether or not the restraint will move the front passenger seat as head injury during a crash, infants be compatible with the motor...
Page 103 3-44 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.
Page 104 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child...
Page 105 3-46 Seats and Restraints Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged Warning (Continued) locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position. front passenger airbag inflates availability in Canada, check with The vehicle is equipped with a front and the passenger seat is in a Transport Canada or the Provincial...
Page 106: Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-47 When securing a child restraint in a properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle s rear seating position, study the the vehicle even when no child is safety belts to secure the child in instructions that came with the child in it.
Page 107 3-48 Seats and Restraints anchorage system once the Lower anchors (1) are metal bars forward movement and rotation of combined weight is more than built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint during driving or in 29.5 kg (65 lbs). lower anchors for each LATCH a crash.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 3-49 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 (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors.
Page 109 3-50 Seats and Restraints To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats. For third row seats, the top tether anchor symbol is on the flipper panel.
Page 110 Seats and Restraints 3-51 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety According to accident statistics, belts to secure the restraint, children and infants are safer when following the instructions that properly restrained in a child came with the child restraint and...
Page 111 3-52 Seats and Restraints This system is designed to make Warning Caution installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH use the vehicle's safety belts. or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the Instead use the vehicle's anchors wrapped around their neck.
Page 112 Seats and Restraints 3-53 1.2. Put the child restraint on 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the seat. the top tether according to your child restraint 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower instructions and the attachments on the child following instructions: restraint to the lower anchors.
Page 113 3-54 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using If the position you are using move it side to side and back has an adjustable head has a fixed head restraint and forth. There should be no restraint and you are using and you are using a single more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of a single tether, raise the...
Page 114: Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-55 3. When the child restraint is Replacing LATCH System removed, reinstall the head Parts After a Crash restraint before the seating position is used. Warning Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged With head restraints that are not LATCH system may not properly installed and adjusted properly,...
Page 115: Child Restraints
3-56 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a 1. Put the child restraint on position without a top tether anchor the seat. (Rear Seat) if a national or local law requires For the third row outboard that the top tether be anchored, or if When securing a child restraint in a seating positions, if the head...
Page 116 Seats and Restraints 3-57 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run Position the release button on the lap and shoulder portions of the buckle so that the safety belt the vehicle's safety belt through could be quickly unbuckled if or around the restraint.
Page 117: Where To Put The Restraint
3-58 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top seating position is used. See Never put a rear-facing child seat in tether, follow the child restraint Head Restraint Removal and the front. This is because the risk to manufacturer s instructions Reinstallation under Lower Anchors the rear-facing child is so great if the...
Page 118 Seats and Restraints 3-59 the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle's safety belt through will not deploy under some or around the restraint.
Page 119 3-60 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 120 Seats and Restraints 3-61 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 121 3-62 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 122: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press and hold to open. Compartments There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Press and hold again to close.
Page 123: Sunglasses Storage
Storage To remove the cupholder for Rear Storage Center Console Storage cleaning, press together the front top center of the cupholder and pull out from the chrome ring. Sunglasses Storage There is storage in the floor of the Pull the handle and lift to access. rear cargo area.
Page 124: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage 2. Let the cover move forward to 5. Pull lightly on the cover holder to the full retracted position. make sure it is secure. Features To remove the cover: On long wheelbase models there are two cover positions. The slots 1.
Page 125: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof Rack System Do not exceed the maximum vehicle Caution capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning capacity and loading, see Vehicle that weighs more than 100 kg Load Limits on page 9-15. If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp...
Page 126: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-28 Gauge ..... . 5-15 Security Light .
Page 127: Controls
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Messages ....5-42 while driving. Ride Control System Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Messages .
Page 128: Horn
Instruments and Controls (Heated Steering Wheel): Press (Low Speed): Slow wipes. FRONT is then moved to to turn it on or off. A light next to the OFF before the driver door is INT (Intermittent Wipes): Turn button displays when the feature is opened or within 10 minutes, the FRONT band up for more turned on.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls sensitivity to moisture. When turned With Rainsense, if the transmission off, the wipers operate as timed is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle intermittent wipers and can be speed is very slow, the wipers will adjusted for more or less frequent automatically stop at the base of the wipes.
Page 130: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls released, additional wipes may ON (Rear Wipes): Turns on the The wiper operations return to occur depending on how long the rear wiper. normal when the transmission is no windshield washer had been longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle REAR (Rear Wiper Wash): activated.
Page 131: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass Clock To set the clock display: 1. Select SETTINGS from the The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Time and Date with Home Page, then select Time display on the Driver Information Faceplate Controls and Date. Center (DIC).
Page 132: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls One on the rear of the center Auto Set requires an OnStar Power Outlets armrest storage. subscription. Accessory power outlets can be One in the third row seat area on If auto timing is set, the time used to plug in electrical equipment, the driver side.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls The power outlets in the third When adding electrical equipment, Caution row seat area or in the rear be sure to follow the proper cargo area are powered at all installation instructions included with Leaving electrical equipment times.
Page 134 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt The indicator light does not come on The power outlet is not designed for when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or the following, and may not work Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated properly if they are plugged in: If equipped with this power outlet, it into the outlet.
Page 135: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 136: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Standard Theme Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 137: Cluster Menu
5-12 Instruments and Controls Info App. This is where the Cluster Menu If there is an active call, mute the selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be operation. in the center of the instrument viewed.
Page 138: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 desired item is highlighted. Software Information: Displays Tachometer A checkmark will be displayed next open source software information. The tachometer displays the engine to the selected item. speed in revolutions per Speedometer Display Themes: There are three minute (rpm).
Page 139: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some Engine Oil Pressure owners ask about. None of these Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 140: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-15 A reading outside the normal Engine Coolant operating range can be caused by a Temperature Gauge dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under Engine Oil Messages on page 5-40 and Engine Oil on...
Page 141: Transmission Temperature
5-16 Instruments and Controls Transmission Temperature Gauge English, Standard Theme Shown English, Standard Theme Shown This gauge measures the This gauge appears when the temperature of the vehicle's engine vehicle is in Tow/Haul Mode and Metric, Standard Theme Shown coolant. shows the transmission fluid temperature.
Page 142: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 When the engine is running, this The vehicle can only be driven for a Caution gauge shows the condition of the short time with the readings outside charging system. The gauge can the normal operating range. If the Do not drive the vehicle while the transition from a higher to lower or a vehicle must be driven, turn off all...
Page 143: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls When the vehicle is started, this For vehicles equipped with the Airbag Readiness Light light flashes and a chime may come passenger safety belt reminder light, This light shows if there is an on to remind the driver to fasten when the vehicle is started this light electrical problem with the airbag their safety belt.
Page 144: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-19 important safety information. The indicator will light either ON or OFF, Warning passenger airbag status indicator is or the on or off symbol, to let you in the overhead console. know the status of the front If the airbag readiness light stays outboard passenger frontal airbag.
Page 145: Charging System Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to Warning It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The started. malfunction indicator lamp comes If the airbag readiness light ever on when the vehicle is placed in If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 146 Instruments and Controls 5-21 assists the service technician in To prevent more serious damage to Caution (Continued) correctly diagnosing any the vehicle: malfunction. Reduce vehicle speed. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause Avoid hard accelerations. Caution this light to come on.
Page 147 5-22 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
Page 148: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-23 happen if the 12-volt battery has If the light comes on while driving, recently been replaced or run pull off the road and stop carefully. down. The diagnostic system is The pedal might be harder to push, designed to evaluate critical or the pedal can go closer to the emission control systems during...
Page 149: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-24 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If the ABS light is the only light on, axle engages. LO or HI will also be the vehicle has regular brakes, but next to this light when the vehicle is (ABS) Warning Light the antilock brakes are not in four-wheel low or four-wheel high.
Page 150: Lane Departure Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator Traction Off Light (LDW) Light If equipped, this indicator will This light comes on briefly while display green when a vehicle is starting the engine. If it does not, This light is green if LDW is on and detected ahead and amber when have the vehicle serviced by your ready to operate.
Page 151: Stabilitrak ® Off Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-41. Engine Coolant This light comes on briefly while Temperature Warning starting the engine.
Page 152: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Caution Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute The engine coolant temperature and then stays on, there may be a warning light indicates that the problem with the TPMS.
Page 153: Low Fuel Warning Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced This light is near the fuel gauge and The security light should come on by your dealer.
Page 154: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog Cruise Control Light lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-5 for more information. Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the The cruise control light is white high-beam headlamps are in use.
Page 155: Door Ajar Light
5-30 Instruments and Controls the ACC is set and active. See Information Displays : Press to move between Adaptive Cruise Control on the interactive display zones in the page 9-47. cluster. Driver Information (Set/Reset): Press to open a Center (DIC) Door Ajar Light menu or select a menu item.
Page 156 Instruments and Controls 5-31 The Average Fuel Economy display Fuel Range and Instantaneous 6. Press while an item is shows the approximate average Fuel Economy: Shows the highlighted to select or deselect liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) approximate distance the vehicle that item.
Page 157 5-32 Instruments and Controls Timer and Fuel Used: Can be When the remaining oil life is low, Tire Pressure: Shows the used as a timer. To start the timer, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON approximate pressures of all four message will appear on the display. tires.
Page 158: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Economy Trend: Shows history of Trailer Brake: Displays on vehicles Transmission Fluid Temperature the Average Fuel Economy from the with the Integrated Trailer Brake Gauge: Shows the temperature of last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar Control (ITBC) system.
Page 159 5-34 Instruments and Controls Lane Departure Caution Low Fuel If you try to use the HUD image Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in the HUD may be as a parking aid, you may cleared by using the steering wheel misjudge the distance and controls.
Page 160 Instruments and Controls 5-35 3. Use the following settings to HUD Views only appears on vehicles that have adjust the HUD. these features, and when they are There are four views in the HUD. active. (Image Adjustment): Press Some vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts may be down or lift up to center the HUD displayed in any view.
Page 161 5-36 Instruments and Controls All HUD views may briefly display Navigation View: This displays the Performance View: This displays audio information when the driver speed view along with Turn-by-Turn the speedometer reading, rpm uses the steering wheel controls to Navigation information. The reading, transmission positions, and adjust the audio settings appearing compass heading is displayed when...
Page 162: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Polarized sunglasses are Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and not worn. Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC Windshield and HUD lens are indicate the status of the vehicle or clean. BATTERY LOW START some action that may be needed to VEHICLE If the HUD image is not correct, correct a condition.
Page 163: Brake System Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages When this message displays, power is no longer available to the trailer CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW brakes. On some vehicles, this message This message is displayed when the As soon as it is safe to do so, displays if there is a problem with brake fluid level is low.
Page 164: Cruise Control Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Cruise Control Messages FRONT RADAR BLOCKED SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE SEE OWNERS MANUAL CONTROL ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET This message can display when: If this message displays, take the TO XXX vehicle to your dealer to repair the The radar is not clean.
Page 165: Engine Cooling System
5-40 Instruments and Controls obstructions, and close the door added strain on a hot engine, the air ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP again. Check to see if the message conditioning compressor ENGINE still appears on the DIC. automatically turns off. When the This message displays and a chime coolant temperature returns to HOOD OPEN...
Page 166: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL possible and have the vehicle this message stays on, the vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Engine should be taken to your dealer for On some vehicles, this message Oil on page 10-6. service as soon as possible.
Page 167: Key And Lock Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls atmosphere. A few driving trips with NO REMOTE DETECTED Lamp Messages the cap properly installed should PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART TURN SIGNAL ON turn this light and message off. This message displays when This message displays and a chime attempting to turn off the vehicle Key and Lock Messages sounds if a turn signal is left on for...
Page 168 Instruments and Controls 5-43 last-second automatic braking This message may also be when it is temporarily unavailable. capability is still provided with the displayed if there is a problem with The LDW system does not need Alert setting, but braking is less the StabiliTrak system.
Page 169: Ride Control System
5-44 Instruments and Controls SERVICE FRONT CAMERA Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features Ride Control System will not work. Take the vehicle to Messages If this message remains on after your dealer. continued driving, the vehicle needs SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM service. Do not use the Lane SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM Departure Warning (LDW) and UNAVAILABLE...
Page 170 Instruments and Controls 5-45 SERVICE SUSPENSION See Traction Control/Electronic normally leave StabiliTrak on. See Stability Control on page 9-41. If this Traction Control/Electronic Stability SYSTEM message continues to be displayed Control on page 9-41. If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride for multiple ignition cycles and on STABILITRAK OFF may also Control suspension system, this...
Page 171: Airbag System Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls The message turns off as soon as Steering System Tire Messages the conditions that caused the Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR message to be displayed are no longer present. SYSTEM STEERING ASSIST IS REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE If equipped with the Tire Pressure Airbag System Messages Monitor System (TPMS), this...
Page 172: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-47 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages AIR TO TIRE If equipped with the Tire Pressure 4WD OFF Monitor System (TPMS), this If equipped with the Tire Pressure If equipped with four-wheel drive, message displays when the system Monitor System (TPMS), this this message displays when the is relearning the tire positions on...
Page 173 5-48 Instruments and Controls FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX GRADE BRAKING ON SHIFT DENIED This message displays when grade This message displays when the If a four-wheel drive shift into 4 is braking has been enabled with the shift lever is in M (Manual Mode) requested, but the vehicle speed is Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of and a transmission range has been...
Page 174: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-49 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the ENGINE Messages side of the road and turn the ignition This message displays and a chime off.
Page 175: Washer Fluid Messages
5-50 Instruments and Controls This message clears itself after Vehicle Personalization Menus several seconds. This message also The following list of menu items may Personalization clears if you acknowledge it. After be available: this message clears, the TRAILER Use the audio system controls to Time and Date GAIN and OUTPUT displays appear access the personalization menus...
Page 176 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Language (Language) Teen Driver (If Equipped) Audio Volume Limit This allows a maximum radio Select Language, then select from Press and the following may volume to be set. the available language(s). display: Select Off or On. The selected language will display View Report Card on the system, and voice...
Page 177 5-52 Instruments and Controls Key Registration Manage Favorites Auto Volume This allows the key to be registered. This allows favorites to be edited. This feature adjusts the volume See Register or Unregister a Key See Manage Favorites in based on vehicle speed and in Teen Driver in the infotainment Settings under Radio in the ambient noise.
Page 178 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Auto Collision Preparation Vehicle Auto Compartment Zone Temp Park Assist This feature allows for selection of Select and the following may the compartment zone temperature display: Side Blind Zone Alert setting when the vehicle is Climate and Air Quality Rear Cross Traffic Alert restarted.
Page 179 5-54 Instruments and Controls Preparation feature. Some Rear Cross Traffic Alert Easy Exit Options last-second automatic braking This allows the feature to be turned This allows the feature to be turned capability is still provided with the on or off. See Assistance Systems on or off.
Page 180 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Select Off or On. Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Delayed Door Lock Seconds, or 120 Seconds. When on, this feature will delay the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear locking of the doors. To override the Power Door Locks When on and the front wiper is on, delay, press the power door lock the rear wiper will automatically...
Page 181 5-56 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock Bluetooth This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what Select and the following may feedback is given when locking the doors will unlock when using the display: vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Page 182 Instruments and Controls 5-57 Voice Mail Numbers Display Rear Camera This feature displays the voice mail Select and the following may Select and the following may number for all connected phones. display: display: To change the voice mail number, Mode Guidance Lines select EDIT or press the EDIT button.
Page 183: Universal Remote System
5-58 Instruments and Controls Return to Factory Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener Select and the following may System that does not have the stop and display: reverse feature. This includes any See Radio Frequency Statement on Restore Vehicle Settings garage door opener model...
Page 184 Instruments and Controls 5-59 Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6.
Page 185 5-60 Instruments and Controls does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does replace Step 2 under Programming...
Page 186: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-61 Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.
Page 187 5-62 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 188: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-7 Exit Lighting ....6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
Page 189: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, When the headlamps are turned on Headlamp High/ the off position will only work when while the vehicle is on, the Low-Beam Changer the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). headlamps turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is (Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Automatically...
Page 190: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting Flash-to-Pass The DRL system comes on when Automatic Headlamp the following conditions are met: System This feature lets you use the The ignition is on. high-beam headlamps to signal a When the exterior lamp control is driver in front of you that you want The exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough to pass.
Page 191: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark The automatic headlamp system Hazard Warning Flashers garage, the automatic headlamp turns off when the exterior lamp system comes on immediately. If it control is turned to or the ignition is light outside when the vehicle is off.
Page 192: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn Fog Lamps signals to flash until the lever is Signals released. 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 193: Interior Lighting
Lighting When the fog lamps are turned on, Interior Lighting Dome Lamps the parking lamps automatically turn on. Instrument Panel When the headlamps are changed Illumination Control to high beam, the fog lamps also go off. When the high-beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will come on again.
Page 194: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features There are reading lamps in Entry Lighting the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. To operate, The vehicle has an illuminated entry the ignition must be in the ACC/ feature. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position When a door is opened, the dome or using Retained Accessory lamps and puddle lamps come on if...
Page 195: Exit Lighting
Lighting This feature can be changed. See Battery Load The battery can be discharged at Vehicle Locator Lights under idle if the electrical loads are very Management Vehicle Personalization on high. This is true for all vehicles. page 5-50. This is because the generator The vehicle has Electric Power (alternator) may not be spinning fast Management (EPM), which...
Page 196: Battery Power Protection
Lighting Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible.
Page 197 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
Page 198: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 and voice or speech recognition.
Page 199 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 200: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls Systems 4. Fan Control Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate 5. Defrost Dual Automatic Climate Control Control System System ..... . 8-1 6.
Page 201 Climate Controls Front Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to Press AUTO to return to automatic cool the vehicle faster, recirculation operation. Automatic Operation may be automatically selected in Driver and Passenger warm weather. The system automatically controls Temperature Control: The the fan speed, air delivery, air The recirculation light will not come temperature can be adjusted...
Page 202 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the and the air conditioning compressor inside the vehicle. When high automatic operation and the system will run, unless the outside humidity is detected, the climate goes into manual mode. Press temperature is close to freezing. control system may adjust to AUTO to return to automatic outside air supply and turn on the...
Page 203 Climate Controls except rear temperature are Remote Start Climate Control Caution manually adjusted, this cancels full Operation automatic operation. If equipped with the remote start Using a razor blade or sharp feature, the climate control system Fan Control: Press up or down to object to clear the inside rear will come on when the vehicle is increase or decrease the rear...
Page 204: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls There is also an exterior Automatic Operation temperature sensor behind the front AUTO: Press AUTO to control the grille. This sensor reads the outside inside temperature, air delivery, and air temperature and helps maintain fan speed. A is indicated in the the temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 205: Air Vents
Climate Controls MODE (Air Delivery Mode Air Vents Operation Tips Control): Press to change the Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. or leaves from the air inlets at center and on the side of the Repeatedly press the button until the base of the windshield that...
Page 206: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 1.
Page 207 Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
Page 208: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-25 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-25 Stability Control .
Page 209: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-66 distractions.
Page 210: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 211: Steering
Driving and Operating Maintain a reasonable steady If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an speed through the curve. vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced.
Page 212: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow straight down the roadway. these suggestions: Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go. Skidding The vehicle may straighten out.
Page 213: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Remember: Antilock brakes help Warning (Continued) Caution avoid only the braking skid. lose control and crash. You and Operating the vehicle for Off-Road Driving your passengers should always extended periods without the front Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be wear safety belts.
Page 214 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, cannot be seen, get out of the Warning (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. driving further. Keep cargo in the cargo area Do not park over things that When driving on hills: as far forward and as low as burn.
Page 215 Driving and Operating Never go downhill forward or When driving down a hill, keep 2. Shift into P (Park) and then backward with either the the vehicle headed straight restart the engine. transmission or transfer case in down. Use a low gear because If driving uphill when the N (Neutral).
Page 216 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, steepness of the incline more after stalling, set the parking or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across brake, shift into P (Park), and Use a low gear when driving in with the uphill wheels, or if the turn the vehicle off.
Page 217: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating suspension, wheels, tires, and Warning (Continued) Caution exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling vehicle could fall through the ice; Do not drive through standing system for any leakage. you and your passengers could water if it is deep enough to cover More frequent maintenance service drown.
Page 218: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 Check all fluid levels and brakes, There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) tires, cooling system, and hydroplaning. The best advice is to transmission. slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large Shift to a lower gear when going Other Rainy Weather Tips puddle of water or a car/vehicle...
Page 219: Winter Driving
9-12 Driving and Operating Wet ice can occur at about 0°C curve or an overpass can remain icy Warning (Continued) (32°F) when freezing rain begins to when the surrounding roads are fall, resulting in even less traction. clear. Avoid sudden steering loss of steering.
Page 220: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-13 If it takes some time for help to Warning Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 221 9-14 Driving and Operating gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Warning the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get speed, they can explode, and you the vehicle out after a few tries, it or others could be injured.
Page 222: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 Vehicle Load Limits open, you will find the label Warning (Continued) attached below the door lock It is very important to know how post (striker). The tire and vehicle handles. This could much weight your vehicle can loading information label shows cause loss of control and a carry.
Page 223 9-16 Driving and Operating the front and rear axles. See there will be five 150 lb See Trailer Towing on page 9-73 for important information on towing a Certification/Tire Label later in passengers in your vehicle, trailer, towing safety rules, and this section.
Page 224 Driving and Operating 9-17 weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) (1,000 lbs) 2.
Page 225 9-18 Driving and Operating The GVWR includes the weight weight ratings. Ask your dealer Warning of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel to help you load your vehicle the and cargo. right way. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Certification/Tire label also If you put things inside your Vehicle Weight Rating...
Page 226: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating Never stack heavier broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In premature wear and earlier inside the vehicle so that replacement. Follow this some of them are above Caution breaking-in guideline every...
Page 227: Ignition Positions
9-20 Driving and Operating No adjustment to the pedals can be Before you start driving, fully press Pressing the button cycles it through made when the vehicle is in the brake pedal to confirm the three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, R (Reverse) or while using cruise adjustment is right for you.
Page 228 Driving and Operating 9-21 If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the If the vehicle must be shut off in an Warning ignition will return to ACC/ emergency: ACCESSORY and display the 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while message SHIFT TO PARK in the pressure.
Page 229: Starting The Engine
9-22 Driving and Operating The ignition will switch from ACC/ The instruments and audio systems Caution ACCESSORY to OFF after will operate as they do in ON/RUN, five minutes to prevent battery but the vehicle will not be able to be If you add electrical parts or rundown.
Page 230 Driving and Operating 9-23 Driver Information Center (DIC), allow the cranking motor to cool If the RKE transmitter is not in hold the ignition switch in the down. When the engine starts, the vehicle, if there is START position to continue let go of the key and accelerator.
Page 231: Engine Heater
9-24 Driving and Operating START/STOP button, for up to a cord, which will prevent engine Warning maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at coolant heater operation at least 15 seconds between each temperatures above 18°C (0°F). Improper use of the heater cord try, to allow the cranking motor To Use the Engine Coolant or an extension cord can damage...
Page 232: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-25 away from moving engine parts. the windows and sunroof continue Warning (Continued) If you do not, it could be to work up to 10 minutes until any damaged. door is opened. The radio continues overheat and cause a fire, to work for up to 10 minutes or until The length of time the heater should property damage, electric...
Page 233: Torque Lock
9-26 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with Warning (Continued) the engine running, be sure the Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the P (Park). Be sure the transfer parking brake is firmly set before Warning case is in a drive gear.
Page 234: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-27 When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always If you are still having a problem the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of an shifting, then have the vehicle you release the parking brake.
Page 235: Engine Exhaust
9-28 Driving and Operating When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in There are holes or openings Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the in the vehicle body from vehicle to achieve better fuel damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon...
Page 236: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-29 Running the Vehicle Automatic increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See Torque Lock under While Parked Transmission Shifting Into Park on page 9-25. It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic engine running.
Page 237 9-30 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the Shifting out of P (Park) or the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-13. vehicle will be free to roll even N (Neutral) with the engine...
Page 238 Driving and Operating 9-31 Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode In some cases, this could appear to M (Manual Mode): This position when towing a trailer, carrying a be a delayed shift, however the allows selection of a range of gears heavy load, driving on steep hills, transmission is operating normally.
Page 239: Manual Mode
9-32 Driving and Operating when driving on downhill grades by Manual Mode Hold the plus/minus buttons on the using the engine and transmission shift lever to select the highest or Range Selection Mode to slow the vehicle. The first time lowest range available for the the system engages for each current vehicle speed.
Page 240 Driving and Operating 9-33 In vehicles with gasoline engines, when the shift lever is moved from Caution D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a downshift may occur. The gear that the transmission is operating in when the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to Spinning the tires or holding the M (Manual Mode) determines if a downshift occurs.
Page 241: Tow/Haul Mode
9-34 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode The selector button is on the end of To disable or enable Tow/Haul the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul Grade Braking within the current Mode on and off by pressing the ignition key cycle, press and hold button.
Page 242: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-35 Drive Systems Shifting into 4 will turn Traction Warning ® Control and StabiliTrak off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to Control on page 9-41. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is Two Speed Automatic engages the front axle for extra...
Page 243 9-36 Driving and Operating ignition is turned on and one will 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): Use Shifting into 4 will turn Traction stay on. If the lights display for driving on most streets and Control and StabiliTrak off. See momentarily when the ignition is in highways.
Page 244 Driving and Operating 9-37 If the transmission is in gear and/or To shift into 4 : Caution moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), 1. The ignition must be in ON/RUN the 4 indicator light will flash for Shifting the transmission into gear and the vehicle must be stopped 30 seconds and not complete the before the requested mode...
Page 245: Antilock Brake
9-38 Driving and Operating 4. Shift the transmission to 9. Place the transmission shift Brakes N (Neutral). lever in P (Park). See Recreational Vehicle Towing on Antilock Brake 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 . page 10-77. System (ABS) 6.
Page 246: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-39 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
Page 247: Brake Assist
9-40 Driving and Operating If you are towing a trailer and are Minor brake pedal pulsation or Caution parking on a hill, see Driving pedal movement during this time is Characteristics and Towing Tips on normal and the driver should Driving with the parking brake on page 9-70.
Page 248: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-41 activated. During the transition Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak selectively applies period between when the driver braking pressure to any one of the releases the brake pedal and starts vehicle wheel brakes to assist the Traction Control/ to accelerate to drive off on a grade, driver in keeping the vehicle on the Electronic Stability...
Page 249 9-42 Driving and Operating It is recommended to leave both The indicator light for both systems Drive the vehicle. If comes on systems on for normal driving is in the instrument cluster. This and stays on, the vehicle may need conditions, but it may be necessary light will: more time to diagnose the problem.
Page 250: Magnetic Ride Control
Driving and Operating 9-43 To turn off only TCS, press and To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of release the button. The traction again, press and release the passenger and loading conditions. off light displays in the instrument button.
Page 251: Locking Rear Axle
9-44 Driving and Operating Locking Rear Axle This type of level control is fully Cruise Control automatic and will provide a better Vehicles with a locking rear axle can leveled riding position as well as give more traction on snow, mud, Warning better handling under a variety of ice, sand, or gravel.
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-45 For an explanation of how cruise (Cancel): Press to disengage control interacts with the Range cruise control without erasing the Selection Mode, Tow/Haul Mode, set speed from memory. and Grade Braking systems. See Setting Cruise Control Grade Braking underTow/Haul Mode on page 9-34.
Page 253 9-46 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in The cruise control indicator on the The speedometer reading can be small increments, briefly press instrument cluster turns green after displayed in either English or metric +RES. For each press, the cruise control has been set to the units.
Page 254: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-47 Using Cruise Control on Hills For other forms of Grade Braking, and following gap. Read this entire see Automatic Transmission on section before using this system. How well the cruise control works page 9-29 andTow/Haul Mode on The following gap is the following on hills depends on the vehicle page 9-34.
Page 255 9-48 Driving and Operating ACC will not engage if the TCS or Warning electronic stability control system is disabled. Adaptive Cruise Control will not detect or brake for children, Warning pedestrians, animals, or other objects. ACC has limited braking ability and may not have time to slow Do not use Adaptive Cruise the vehicle down enough to avoid...
Page 256 Driving and Operating 9-49 4. Remove foot from the Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage accelerator. ACC without erasing the selected If the ACC is set at a desired speed set speed. After ACC is set, it may immediately and then the brakes are applied, ACC is disengaged without erasing apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead...
Page 257 9-50 Driving and Operating (DIC) and HUD, if equipped. See Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Cruise Control Messages on Set Speed When a slower moving vehicle is page 5-39. If ACC is already activated, do one detected ahead within the selected of the following: following gap, ACC will adjust the...
Page 258 Driving and Operating 9-51 The range of selectable gaps may If ACC is engaged, driver action The vehicle ahead symbol only not be appropriate for all drivers and may be required when ACC cannot displays when a vehicle is detected driving conditions.
Page 259 9-52 Driving and Operating Stationary or Very Slow-Moving ACC Automatically Disengages if equipped, will indicate that Objects automatic braking will not occur. ACC may automatically disengage See Vehicle Messages on and you will need to manually apply page 5-37. ACC will resume Warning the brakes to slow the vehicle when: operation when the accelerator...
Page 260 Driving and Operating 9-53 ACC may occasionally provide an Warning (Continued) alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could the vehicle or crash. Do not use respond to vehicles in different ACC while driving on an entrance lanes, signs, guardrails, and other or exit ramp.
Page 261: Driver Assistance Systems
9-54 Driving and Operating Do Not Use ACC on Hills and Disengaging ACC Driver Assistance When Towing a Trailer There are three ways to Systems disengage ACC: This vehicle may have features that Step lightly on the brake pedal. work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while Press driving, backing, and parking.
Page 262: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
Driving and Operating 9-55 Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Under many conditions, these beeping.
Page 263 9-56 Driving and Operating 1. View Displayed by the the ground and below bumper level. Warning Camera These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid The RVC system does not display weather. Blocked sensors will not children, pedestrians, bicyclists, detect objects and can also cause crossing traffic, animals, or any false detections.
Page 264 Driving and Operating 9-57 the front or rear depending on Turning the Features On or Off object location, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. Beeps for FPA are higher pitched than for RPA. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) If equipped, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA button to the left of the...
Page 265: Assistance Systems For Driving
9-58 Driving and Operating parking assist to work properly with approaching a vehicle ahead too Warning (Continued) a small item attached to the trailer quickly, FCA provides a red flashing hitch. Turn off parking assist when alert on the windshield and rapidly warning with enough time to help towing a trailer.
Page 266 Driving and Operating 9-59 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Collision Alert Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, With HUD or ice, or if the windshield is FCA warnings will not occur unless...
Page 267 9-60 Driving and Operating as needed. Cruise control may be of both alerts will vary based on the camera sensor behind the disengaged when the Collision Alert vehicle speed. The faster the rearview mirror, and cleaning the occurs. vehicle speed, the farther away the front of the vehicle where radar alert will occur.
Page 268: System
Driving and Operating 9-61 Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Automatic Collision Warning (Continued) Preparation (ACP) System IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing Detect a vehicle ahead on When driving in a forward gear a boost to braking based on the winding or hilly roads.
Page 269: Side Blind Zone
9-62 Driving and Operating Automatic Braking Side Blind Zone Warning (Continued) Alert (SBZA) If ACP detects it is about to crash with the vehicle you are following override Automatic Braking, firmly If equipped, the SBZA system is a that is moving or has come to a press the accelerator pedal, if it is lane-changing aid that assists stop, and the brakes have not been...
Page 270 Driving and Operating 9-63 behind. The LCA warning display How the System Works will light up in the corresponding The LCA symbol lights up in the outside side mirror and will flash if side mirrors when the system the turn signal is on. detects a vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone or Warning...
Page 271 9-64 Driving and Operating lane over in that blind zone or detection zones that extend back instructions, see "Washing the rapidly approaching that zone. If the from the side of the vehicle do not Vehicle" under Exterior Care on turn signal is activated in the same move further back when a trailer is page 10-81.
Page 272: Lane Departure
Driving and Operating 9-65 Lane Departure How the System Works Warning (Continued) Warning (LDW) The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview proper condition; or if the sun If equipped, LDW may help avoid mirror. shines directly into the crashes due to unintentional lane camera.
Page 273: Fuel
9-66 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Fuel higher. Regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher can be Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an used, but acceleration and fuel The system may not detect lanes as important part of the proper economy will be reduced, and an well when there are:...
Page 274: California Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-67 available in some cities. If these malfunction indicator lamp may turn Fuels in Foreign gasolines comply with the on. If this occurs, see your dealer Countries previously described specification, for service. then they are acceptable to use. If planning to drive in countries California Fuel However, E85 (85% ethanol) and...
Page 275: Filling The Tank
9-68 Driving and Operating gasoline additive recommended by Warning (Continued) General Motors. It is available at your dealer. Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank children pump fuel. Fuel can spray out if the fuel Warning cap is opened too quickly.
Page 276: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-69 nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) surfaces as soon as possible. See Container Exterior Care on page 10-81. shutting off the pump or by When replacing the fuel cap, insert notifying the station attendant. Warning the tether in its hole before Leave the area immediately.
Page 277: Trailer Towing
9-70 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing keep it in contact with the fill or other parts. opening until filling is Information Then during the first 800 km complete.
Page 278 Driving and Operating 9-71 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Warning amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
Page 279 9-72 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills Caution (Continued) the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often Warning The vehicle could be damaged. under heavy loads and/or hilly Avoid making very sharp turns conditions.
Page 280: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-73 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then lubricant, belts, cooling system, and Warning (Continued) apply the parking brake and shift brake system. It is a good idea to into P (Park). inspect these before and during the vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer the trip.
Page 281 9-74 Driving and Operating To identify the trailering capacity of Weight of the Trailer Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is the vehicle, read the information in calculated assuming the tow vehicle How heavy can a trailer safely be? Weight of the Trailer following. has only the driver and all required It depends on how the rig is used.
Page 282 Driving and Operating 9-75 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* Yukon Denali 2WD 3.23/3.42 3 810 kg (8,400 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Yukon Denali AWD 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb)
Page 283 9-76 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Do not exceed the maximum proper. If they are not, adjustments allowable tongue weight for the might be made by moving some vehicle.
Page 284: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-77 to exceed the GVWR limit for the Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow Adjustment Hitches vehicle and trailer fully loaded for the trip including the weight of the The correct hitch equipment helps trailer tongue.
Page 285 9-78 Driving and Operating Safety Chains the instructions for the trailer brakes If charging a remote (non-vehicle) so they are installed, adjusted, and battery, press the Tow/Haul mode Always attach chains between the maintained properly. button at the end of the shift lever. vehicle and the trailer.
Page 286 Driving and Operating 9-79 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul at all will not cause damage. Mode on page 9-34.
Page 287 9-80 Driving and Operating This symbol is on the Trailer Brake all of these systems are fully Trailer Brake Control Panel Control Panel on vehicles with an operational to ensure full ITBC system. The power output to functionality of the ITBC system. the trailer brakes is based on the The ITBC system is powered amount of brake pressure being...
Page 288 Driving and Operating 9-81 Activate the Manual Trailer A trailer without electric brakes along with the Trailer Brake Display Brake apply lever. is connected (no DIC message Page on the DIC to adjust and displayed). display power output to the trailer TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be brakes.
Page 289 9-82 Driving and Operating The trailer's and the vehicle's brake Use the following to adjust Trailer 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time lamps will come on when either Gain for each towing condition: vehicle loading, trailer loading, vehicle brakes or manual trailer or road surface conditions 1.
Page 290 Driving and Operating 9-83 CHECK TRAILER WIRING: This the trailer wiring. This message continues over multiple ignition message will display if: will also turn off if it is cycles, there is a problem with the acknowledged. ITBC system. Have the vehicle The ITBC system first serviced.
Page 291: Trailer Sway
9-84 Driving and Operating Trailer Sway Conversions and Warning Control (TSC) Add-Ons Even if the vehicle is equipped Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a with TSC, trailer sway could result Add-On Electrical TSC feature. Trailer sway is in loss of control and the vehicle unintended side-to-side motion of a Equipment could crash.
Page 292: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....10-19 Electrical System Battery ..... 10-21 Electrical System Four-Wheel Drive .
Page 293: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Appearance Care General Information Operation ....10-51 Exterior Care ....10-81 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 294: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 295: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to Before attempting to do your own find the secondary hood release. To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the The handle is under the front Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on edge of the hood near the page 3-37.
Page 296 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 297: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Always dispose of engine oil 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See properly. See What to Do with Starting on page 10-74. Brake Fluid on page 10-19. Used Oil in this section. 2. Battery on page 10-21. 11.
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-7 to drain back into the oil pan. When to Add Engine Oil Caution Checking the oil level too soon after engine shutoff will not Do not add too much oil. Oil provide an accurate oil level levels above or below the reading.
Page 299 10-8 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution Oil Flushes Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The specification and viscosity grade. recommended oils meeting the engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and...
Page 300: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 from the filter before disposal. Never On some vehicles, when the system If the system is ever reset dispose of oil by putting it in the has calculated that oil life has been accidentally, the oil must be trash or pouring it on the ground, diminished, a CHANGE ENGINE changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
Page 301: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care The oil life system can also be reset Automatic Transmission Caution as follows: Fluid 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Use of the incorrect automatic When to Check and Change the engine off. transmission fluid may damage Automatic Transmission Fluid the vehicle, and the damage may 2.
Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-11 When to Inspect the Engine Air Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ 3. Disconnect the electrical Filter connector (2) and the connector Cleaner/Filter harness from the cover. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the 4. Remove the four screws (1) on scheduled maintenance intervals top of the cover of the housing and replace it at the first oil change...
Page 303: Cooling System
10-12 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning helps to stop flames if the engine Heater and radiator hoses, and backfires. Use caution when other engine parts, can be very working on the engine and do not hot. Do not touch them. If you do, drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Page 304: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-13 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning vehicle warranty. Always use nothing else needs to be added. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant This mixture: Adding only plain water or some in the vehicle.
Page 305 10-14 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Caution (Continued) The coolant surge tank is in the engine compartment on the mixture can freeze and crack passenger side of the vehicle. See engine cooling parts. The repairs Engine Compartment Overview on would not be covered by the page 10-5.
Page 306 Vehicle Care 10-15 4. With the coolant surge tank Caution pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until the This vehicle has a specific engine coolant temperature coolant fill procedure. Failure to gauge indicates approximately follow this procedure could cause 90°C (195°F).
Page 307: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care In addition, there are ENGINE If Steam is Coming from the Caution OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, Engine Compartment ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE If the pressure cap is not tightly ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS Warning installed, coolant loss and REDUCED messages in the Driver possible engine damage may Information Center (DIC).
Page 308: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care 10-17 If No Steam is Coming from 2. Turn the heater on to the highest as normal idle speed for at least temperature and to the highest five minutes while the vehicle is the Engine Compartment fan speed. Open the windows as parked.
Page 309: Washer Fluid
10-18 Vehicle Care fans will change to low speed when displays, washer fluid will need to Caution (Continued) additional cooling is no longer be added to the windshield washer required. fluid reservoir. to freeze and damage the The electric engine cooling fans washer fluid tank and other may run after the engine has been parts of the washer system.
Page 310: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as means that soon the brakes will complete sets. not work well. That could lead to a crash.
Page 311: Checking Brake Fluid
10-20 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule After work is done on the brake Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the hydraulic system, make sure the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid.
Page 312: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-21 Refer to the replacement number on Infrequent Usage: Remove the Caution the original battery label when a black, negative ( ) cable from the new battery is needed. See Engine battery to keep the battery from Using the wrong fluid can Compartment Overview on running down.
Page 313: Front Axle
10-22 Vehicle Care How to Check Lubricant When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3 to determine how often to change the lubricant. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 314: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-23 What to Use out along the axle tubes and has The proper level is 1.0 mm to not drained back to the sump area. 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.7 in) below Refer to Recommended Fluids and Therefore, a reading taken the bottom of the fill hole, located on Lubricants on page 11-11 to...
Page 315: Starter Switch Check
10-24 Vehicle Care Federal law prohibits the following Engine: Starter Switch Check acts or the causing thereof: Removal or rendering engine speed 1. The removal or rendering governor, if the vehicle has one, Warning inoperative so as to allow engine inoperative by any person, other speed to exceed manufacturer When you are doing this...
Page 316: Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-25 Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever pressure from the regular brake moves out of P (Park), contact pedal. Do this until the vehicle is Shift Lock Control your dealer for service. held by the parking brake only. Function Check To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park)
Page 317: Glass Replacement
10-26 Vehicle Care warranty. Do not allow the wiper 2. Push the release lever (2) to blade arm to touch the disengage the hook and push windshield. the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3). 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement.
Page 318: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-27 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement For replacement of any LED lighting should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on assembly, contact your dealer.
Page 319: Back-Up Lamps
10-28 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the bulb counter clockwise to remove it from the housing. Back-Up Lamps To replace a back-up bulb: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-13. 3. Remove the two screws from the 5. Turn the bulb socket taillamp assembly.
Page 320: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-29 License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) toward the center of the vehicle. 2. Pull the lamp assembly down to remove. 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly (3).
Page 321: Replacement Bulbs
10-30 Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause Exterior Lamp Bulb Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Number some cases to remain off. Have the Overload Back-up Lamp W16W headlamp wiring checked right away The vehicle has fuses to protect if the lamps go on and off or...
Page 322: Fuses
Vehicle Care 10-31 Fuses Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical protected from short circuits by The engine compartment fuse block component on the vehicle may fuses. This greatly reduces the is in the engine compartment, on chance of fires caused by electrical damage it.
Page 323 10-32 Vehicle Care...
Page 324 Vehicle Care 10-33 Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Spare/Battery Automatic Level Electric Running Boards Regulated Voltage Control Run/Crank Control Antilock Brake Upfitter 4 System Pump Upfitter 2 Upfitter 4 Relay Interior BEC LT1 Upfitter 2 Relay Reverse Lamps MBS Passenger Wiper Parking Lamp Relay Suspension Leveling...
Page 325: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
10-34 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Item Usage Item Usage Block (Left) Auxiliary Interior Heater RC Upfitter 1 and 2 VBAT Upfitter 1 and 2 Starter Euro Trailer RC Aero Shutter Run/Crank Relay Police Upfitter Engine Starter Relay Injector A Front Windshield Washer Injector B...
Page 326 Vehicle Care 10-35 The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Number Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 1 Retained Accessory Power/Accessory APO/BATT Universal Garage Door Opener/Inside Rear View Mirror SEO Retained Accessory Power Not Used...
Page 327 10-36 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Passive Entry/Passive Body Control Module 5 Start/Heater, Not Used Ventilation and Air Steering Wheel Not Used Conditioning Battery Controls Backlighting Heater, Ventilation Content Theft Not Used and Air Conditioning Not Used Not Used Ignition/Heater,...
Page 328: Block
Vehicle Care 10-37 Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Right) Accessory Power Heated Steering Wheel Outlet 2 Steering Column Lock Not Used 2 (if equipped) Retained Accessory Instrument Cluster Power/Accessory Battery Relay Not Used Run/Crank Relay Not Used Not Used Euro Trailer (if Not Used...
Page 329 10-38 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Number Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 4 Not Used Not Used Not Used Glove Box Not Used Not Used Not Used Steering Wheel...
Page 330 Vehicle Care 10-39 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Body Control Not Used Module 6 Not Used Not Used Body Control Not Used Not Used Module 7 Not Used Not Used Amplifier Body Control Not Used Right Front Seat Module 4 Not Used Accessory Power...
Page 331: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
10-40 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse ISO Mini Usage Block Relays Rear Defogger Micro Usage Fuses Heated Second Row Seat Left Heated Second Row Seat Right Heated Mirrors Liftgate Glass Breakage The rear compartment fuse block is Liftglass behind the access panel on the left side of the compartment.
Page 332: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires M-Type Usage Warning (Continued) Fuses Tires and a serious crash. See Liftgate Module Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Third Row Seat page 9-15. high-quality tires made by a Rear Accessory Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 333: All-Season Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter Warning (Continued) tires on snow or ice-covered roads. High-Speed Operation on See Winter Tires on page 10-42. page 10-50 for inflation pressure Worn or old tires can adjustment for high-speed cause a crash.
Page 334: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 Use only radial ply tires of the The tread pattern on these tires may Caution same size, load range, and wear more quickly than other tires. speed rating as the original Consider rotating the tires more Low-profile tires are more equipment tires.
Page 335 10-44 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN). guidelines.
Page 336: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-45 (7) Maximum Cold Inflation would mean that the tire's Load Limit Maximum load that sidewall is 75 percent as high as can be carried and the it is wide. maximum pressure needed to (4) Construction Code A letter support that load.
Page 337: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-46 Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire Definitions cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
Page 338 Vehicle Care 10-47 Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 339: Tire Pressure
10-48 Vehicle Care Speed Rating determined by tire See Tire and Loading alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using Information Label under Vehicle a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. Load Limits on page 9-15. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure operate.
Page 340 Vehicle Care 10-49 example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Caution (Continued) Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no Load Limits on page 9-15. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Overinflated tires, or tires that the vehicle is loaded affects have too much air, can...
Page 341: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for When driving the vehicle at speeds pressure label. (If your vehicle has of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, set tires of a different size than the size High-Speed Operation the cold inflation pressure to 20 kPa indicated on the vehicle placard or (3 psi) above the recommended tire tire inflation pressure label, you...
Page 342: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-51 Please note that the TPMS is not a malfunctions may occur for a variety mounted onto each tire and wheel substitute for proper tire of reasons, including the installation assembly, excluding the spare tire maintenance, and it is the driver's of replacement or alternate tires or and wheel assembly.
Page 343 10-52 Vehicle Care A message to check the pressure in A Tire and Loading Information label Caution (Continued) a specific tire displays in the Driver shows the size of the original Information Center (DIC). The low equipment tires and the correct the GM approved tire sealant tire pressure warning light and the inflation pressure for the tires when...
Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-53 Replacement tires or wheels do light and the DIC message should be performed after replacing not match the original equipment should go off after the road tire a spare tire with a road tire tires or wheels. Tires and wheels is replaced and the sensor containing the TPMS sensor.
Page 345: Tire Inspection
10-54 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching 6. Start with the driver side 11. Turn the ignition switch to process is: front tire. LOCK/OFF. 1. Set the parking brake. 7. Place the relearn tool against 12. Set all four tires to the the tire sidewall, near the valve recommended air pressure 2.
Page 346: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-55 The tire has a bump, bulge, Anytime unusual wear is Do not include the spare tire in or split. noticed, rotate the tires as soon the tire rotation. as possible, check for proper tire The tire has a puncture, cut, Adjust the front and rear tires to inflation pressure, and check for or other damage that cannot...
Page 347: When It Is Time For New
10-56 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Treadwear indicators are one way to Warning tell when it is time for new tires. Tires Treadwear indicators appear when Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) Factors, such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can or less of tread remaining.
Page 348: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 year. For example, the third week of Motors Tire Performance Criteria GM recommends replacing worn the year 2010 would have a Specification (TPC Spec) tires in complete sets of four. four-digit DOT date of 0310. system rating. When Uniform tread depth on all tires replacement tires are needed, will help to maintain the...
Page 349 10-58 Vehicle Care tires maximum speed capability Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) when using winter tires with a lower speed rating. could cause injury or death. road tires and wheels, so it is Only your dealer or authorized all right to drive on it. The If the vehicle tires must be tire service center should spare tire was developed for...
Page 350: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-59 Different Size Tires and (NHTSA), which grades tires by Warning (Continued) treadwear, traction, and Wheels temperature performance. This specific wheel and tire systems If wheels or tires are installed that applies only to vehicles sold in developed for the vehicle, and are a different size than the original the United States.
Page 351 10-60 Vehicle Care All Passenger Car Tires Must Traction conditions on a specified indoor Conform to Federal Safety laboratory test wheel. Sustained The traction grades, from Requirements In Addition To high temperature can cause the highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, These Grades.
Page 352: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-61 Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Warning (Continued) Some aluminum wheels can be Balance repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct these conditions exist. The tires and wheels were aligned wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel and balanced at the factory to Your dealer will know the kind of...
Page 353: Tire Chains
10-62 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then Warning control and a crash. Use another gently brake to a stop, well off the type of traction device only if its road, if possible.
Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-63 if possible. Turn on the hazard Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-4. 5. Do not allow passengers to Have your dealer or an authorized remain in the vehicle. tire service center repair or Warning replace the flat tire as soon as 6.
Page 355: Tire Changing
10-64 Vehicle Care The following information explains 2. Wing Nut Retaining the 3. Turn the wing nut retaining the how to use the jack and change Wheel Blocks tool bag (3) counterclockwise to a tire. remove it. 3. Wing Nut Retaining the Tool Bag Pull the tool bag toward the front Tire Changing...
Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-65 Use the following tools: To access the spare tire, refer to the 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer following graphics and instructions: 11. Hoist Cable 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (3) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (6). 1.
Page 357 10-66 Vehicle Care wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. 3. Assemble the two jack handle 4. Insert the open end of the extensions (4) and wheel extension (7) through the hole in wrench (5), as shown. the rear bumper (8) (hoist shaft access hole).
Page 358 Vehicle Care 10-67 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-62 for more information. Jacking Locations (Overall View) 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to 3.
Page 359 10-68 Vehicle Care Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Warning on a front tire of the vehicle, use on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one the jack handle (2) and both jack Raising the vehicle with the jack jack handle extension.
Page 360 Vehicle Care 10-69 9. Turn the wheel wrench Warning (Continued) counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper completely. towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 7.
Page 361 10-70 Vehicle Care Warning Caution (Continued) Caution Wheel nuts that are improperly or sequence and to the proper Storing an aluminum wheel with a incorrectly tightened can cause torque specification. See flat tire under your vehicle for an the wheels to become loose or Capacities and Specifications on extended period of time or with come off.
Page 362 Vehicle Care 10-71 Store the tire under the rear of the 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Pointed Down) Refer to the following graphics and 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer instructions to help you: 11. Hoist Cable 1.
Page 363 10-72 Vehicle Care To store the tools, do the following: 1. Return the tools (wheel wrench, jack handle, and jack handle extensions) to the tool bag. 2. Assemble wheel blocks and jack together with the wing nut. 3. Position the jack and wheel blocks in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse.
Page 364: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-73 Full-Size Spare Tire After installing the spare tire on the Caution vehicle, stop as soon as possible If this vehicle came with a full-size and check that the spare tire is If the vehicle has four-wheel drive spare tire, it was fully inflated when correctly inflated.
Page 365: Jump Starting
10-74 Vehicle Care Jump Starting reduce electrical resistance. This Caution is located on the passenger For more information about the side, in the rear of the engine Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on compartment. in costly damage to the vehicle page 10-21.
Page 366 Vehicle Care 10-75 5. Open the hood on the other Caution Warning vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) If any accessories are left on or Using a match near a battery can terminal locations on that plugged in during the jump cause battery gas to explode.
Page 367 10-76 Vehicle Care 6. Check that the jumper cables do 9. Connect the black negative ( ) not have loose or missing cable to the negative ( ) terminal insulation. If they do, you could of the good battery. Use a get a shock.
Page 368: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-77 11. Start the vehicle with the good Towing the Vehicle towing is towing the vehicle with two battery and run the engine for a wheels on the ground and two while. wheels on a dolly. Caution 12. Try to start the vehicle that had Follow the tow vehicle the dead battery.
Page 369 10-78 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not Warning be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles ground. Shifting a four-wheel-drive Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park).
Page 370 Vehicle Care 10-79 4. Shift the transfer case to non-conductive material to 2. Set the parking brake, shift the N (Neutral). See Shifting into prevent any contact with the transmission to P (Park). N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel negative battery terminal. 3.
Page 371 10-80 Vehicle Care 10. Reset any lost presets. Dolly Towing Rear Towing Caution (Continued) (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) The outside temperature Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles display will default to 32°F but be covered by the vehicle will reset with normal usage. warranty.
Page 372: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-81 This vehicle should not be towed 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Appearance Care with any wheels on the ground. See Parking Brake on page 9-39. Exterior Care Dolly Towing Rear Towing 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Locks Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles...
Page 373 10-82 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from products can be obtained from industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, your dealer.
Page 374 Vehicle Care 10-83 The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and steel. To prevent damage always Stripes may damage it. Use only follow these cleaning instructions: non-abrasive waxes and polishes Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Be sure the molding is cool to that are made for a basecoat/...
Page 375 10-84 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a covers while the lamps are clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield illuminated, due to excessive Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner.
Page 376 Vehicle Care 10-85 Control arm ball joints on Caution Caution (Continued) 1500 Series vehicles are maintenance-free. Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tire cleaning Caution vehicle is not washed after driving brushes.
Page 377 10-86 Vehicle Care clean any areas where mud and Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for other debris can collect. If equipped cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon with power running boards, extend specifically designed for the and attack painted vehicle surfaces them and then use a high pressure surfaces being cleaned to prevent...
Page 378 Vehicle Care 10-87 Never use a brush with stiff Fabric/Carpet/Suede Caution bristles. Start by vacuuming the surface Never rub any surface using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use aggressively or with excessive rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive pressure.
Page 379 10-88 Vehicle Care 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and a clean area frequently to Natural Open Pore Wood...
Page 380 Vehicle Care 10-89 Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Caution (Continued) Convenience Net Warning solvents can permanently change Wash with warm water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine the appearance and feel of If a floor mat is the wrong size or bleach.
Page 381 10-90 Vehicle Care Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat.
Page 382: 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 383 11-2 Service and Maintenance The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the Warning Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart. Performing maintenance work can have your dealer perform these The Additional Required Services - be dangerous and can cause...
Page 384: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 385 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Check automatic transmission blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis shift lock control function. See or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, Automatic Transmission Shift Care on page 10-81. Replace loose, or missing parts or signs Lock Control Function Check on worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 386 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 387 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 388: Services
Service and Maintenance 11-7 (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case output seals. High Services Maintenance and Care pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important case fluid.
Page 389 11-8 Service and Maintenance Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 390 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Shocks and Struts Tires Vehicle Care Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking like for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining new, vehicle care products are the tires can save money and fuel, available from your dealer.
Page 391 11-10 Service and Maintenance Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
Page 392: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 393 11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88900401, in Canada 89021678). Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in Canada 19300458). ® Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Page 394: 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. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 22808781 CF188 Spark Plugs...
Page 395: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 396: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 397: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 398 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in)
Page 399 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 400: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-14...
Page 401 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 402: 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 403: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. (Service History): View and can communicate with GMC by print dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited dialing: 1-800-462-8583. TTY users records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 404: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 405 Road or Highway: Tow to the General Motors North America and nearest GMC dealer for warranty Services Not Included in GMC reserve the right to make any service, or if the vehicle was in a Roadside Assistance changes or discontinue the crash and cannot be driven.
Page 406: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Mounting, dismounting, General Motors of Canada Scheduling Service or changing of snow tires, Limited requires Appointments chains, or other traction devices. pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy of When the vehicle requires warranty Service is not provided if a vehicle the repair orders.
Page 407: Courtesy Transportation
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for Program Warranty service can generally be information. completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your Courtesy Rental Vehicle experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following...
Page 408: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program Collision Parts Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new that warranty. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle Aftermarket collision parts are also and construction methods as the service, may not be available at available.
Page 409 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Driver license number.
Page 410: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 411: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Identification (RFID) Technical Service Bulletins and 1. The device may not cause Manuals are available for current RFID technology is used in some harmful interference.
Page 412: 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 413: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
(1-800-462-8782), or write: obstacle, data that will assist in how it is driven. For example, the understanding how a vehicle s GMC Customer Assistance Center vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. The EDR is P.O. Box 33172 monitor and control engine and...
Page 414: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or website.
Page 415 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 416: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Overview system limitations at OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Page 417: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Navigation voice commands. Diagnostics for a check of the Requires a specific OnStar vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency subscription plan. Receive Roadside Assistance. With Automatic Crash Response, Obtain the WiFi network name, Manage WiFi Settings (if the OnStar system can or Service Set Identifier or SSID,...
Page 418: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
Page 419: Connections
14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped Destination Download: Press with the tire pressure monitoring then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that system); or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
Page 420 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OK, dialing 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 4.
Page 421: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 422 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 423 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 424 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of communications without consent. copies. the copyright holder. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software unzip: AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
Page 425 14-10 OnStar Kai Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
Page 426 INDEX Airbag System Alert Check ......3-38 Lane Change ....9-62 Accessories and How Does an Airbag Side Blind Zone (SBZA) .
Page 427 INDEX Automatic Transmission Braking ......9-3 Carbon Monoxide Manual Mode ....9-32 Braking System Engine Exhaust .
Page 428 INDEX Climate Control Systems Courtesy Transportation Defensive Driving ....9-3 Dual Automatic ....8-1 Program .
Page 429 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-13 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-15 Wet Roads .
Page 430 INDEX Front Axle ....10-22 Front Fog Lamp Garage Door Opener ..5-58 Hazard Warning Flashers .
Page 431 INDEX Hill and Mountain Roads ..9-11 Lamps (cont'd) Messages ....5-42 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ..9-40 Jump Starting .
Page 432: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights Locking Rear Axle ... . . 9-44 Maintenance Schedule ..11-3 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-18 Locks Recommended Fluids Antilock Brake System...
Page 433 INDEX ® Messages (cont'd) OnStar Security ....14-3 ® Transmission ....5-47 OnStar Vehicle Object Detection System...
Page 434 INDEX Perchlorate Materials Remote Vehicle Start ... 2-9 Requirements, California ..10-3 Replacement Radio Frequency Personalization Glass ..... . . 10-26 Identification (RFID) .
Page 435 i-10 INDEX Roadside Assistance Scheduling Appointments ..13-7 Service (cont'd) Maintenance, General Program ..... . 13-5 Seats Roof Head Restraints .
Page 436 INDEX i-11 Start Vehicle, Remote ..2-9 System Tires (cont'd) Full-Size Spare ... . . 10-73 Starter Switch Check ..10-24 Active Emergency Braking .
Page 437 i-12 INDEX Towing Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle Care Driving Characteristics ..9-70 Signals ......6-5 Tire Pressure .
Page 438 INDEX i-13 When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-56 Where to Put the Restraint ..3-46 Windows .
Page 439 i-14 INDEX NOTES...