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NOTES
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Canadian Owners
2
Vehicle Damage Warnings
4
Vehicle Symbols
4
Power Seats
7
Manual Lumbar
8
Power Lumbar
8
Heated Seats
9
Easy Exit Seat
11
Power Reclining Seatbacks
14
Head Restraints
15
Why Safety Belts Work
19
Questions and Answers About
22
Safety Belts
22
Lap-Shoulder Belt
32
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
34
Safety Belt Pretensioners
35
Child Restraints
39
Child Restraint Systems
46
Lower Anchors
50
Top Tether Anchor
50
Locations
51
Crew and Extended Cab Models
56
Rear Seat Position
58
Airbag System
73
Where Are the Airbags?
76
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
78
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
80
What Will You See After an
80
Airbag Inflates?
80
Airbag Off Switch
82
Passenger Sensing System
85
Restraint System Check
92
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
98
System Operation
99
Remote Vehicle Start
101
Remote Start Ready
103
{CAUTION:
104
Delayed Locking
105
Programmable Automatic Door
105
Rear Door Security Locks
105
Lockout Protection
106
Rear Doors
106
Tailgate Removal
108
Power Sliding Rear Window
111
Theft-Deterrent Systems
112
Testing the Alarm
113
1 stamped on it
115
Starting and Operating
116
Your Vehicle
116
Key In the Ignition
117
Starting the Engine
118
Fast Idle System
119
Active Fuel Management™
122
Range Selection Mode (Allison
126
Hydra-Matic
126
6-Speed Transmission)
126
Low Traction Mode
127
Tow/Haul Mode
128
6-Speed Automatic
129
Transmission)
129
Four-Wheel Drive
130
Manual Transfer Case
131
Electronic Transfer Case
135
Shifting into NEUTRAL
138
Automatic Transfer Case
139
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL
143
Parking Brake
144
Manual Rearview Mirror
150
, Compass and
150
Temperature Display
150
Compass Calibration
151
Compass Variance
151
Cleaning the Mirror
152
Outside Manual Mirrors
153
Outside Towing Mirrors
154
Outside Power Mirrors
155
Work Properly
161
OnStar Services
162
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
163
OnStar Virtual Advisor
163
How OnStar Service Works
164
Universal Home Remote
165
Programming Universal Home
166
Remote — Rolling Code
166
Remote — Fixed Code
168
Using Universal Home Remote
171
Reprogramming Universal Home
171
Remote Buttons
171
Erasing Universal Home Remote
171
Storage Areas
172
Center Console Storage
173
Luggage Carrier
173
Rear Seat Armrest
174
Cargo Management System
174
Extended Cab
176
Crew Cab
177
Section 3 Instrument Panel
179
Instrument Panel Overview
182
Hazard Warning Flashers
186
Other Warning Devices
186
Tilt Wheel
186
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
188
Flash-to-Pass
189
Windshield Wipers
189
Exterior Lamps
195
Headlamps on Reminder
196
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
196
Automatic Headlamp System
197
Puddle Lamps
198
Fog Lamps
198
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp
198
Instrument Panel Brightness
199
Dome Lamps
199
Dome Lamp Override
199
Entry Lighting
199
Exit Lighting
199
Reading Lamps
200
Cargo Lamp
200
Electric Power Management
200
Battery Run-Down Protection
201
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
201
Climate Controls
203
Defogging and Defrosting
205
Rear Window Defogger
205
Climate Control System
206
(Heater Only)
206
Dual Automatic Climate
207
Control System
207
Controls
208
Automatic Operation
208
Manual Operation
210
Air Conditioning
211
Outlet Adjustment
213
Warning Lights, Gages, and
214
Indicators
214
Instrument Panel Cluster
215
Speedometer and Odometer
216
Trip Odometer
216
Tachometer
216
Safety Belt Reminders
217
Airbag Off Light
219
Charging System Light
223
Voltmeter Gage
223
Brake System Warning Light
224
StabiliTrak
226
Indicator Light
226
Tire Pressure Light
227
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
227
If the Light is Flashing
228
If the Light Is On Steady
228
Emissions Inspection and
229
Maintenance Programs
229
Cruise Control Light
232
Highbeam On Light
232
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
232
Tow/Haul Mode Light
232
Fuel Gage
233
Low Fuel Warning Light
234
DIC Operation and Displays
235
(With DIC Buttons)
235
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
236
Fuel Range
237
Average Economy
237
Fuel Used
237
Transmission Temperature
238
Fuel Management™ Indicator
238
Blank Display
238
Oil Life
239
Tire Pressure
239
Trailer Gain and Output
240
Engine Hours
240
Relearn Remote Key
240
(Without DIC Buttons)
241
Relearn Tire Positions
243
DIC Warnings and Messages
244
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
245
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
245
CHECK TRAILER WIRING
245
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
246
TURNED OFF
246
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
246
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
246
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
247
FAST IDLE ON
247
FUEL LEVEL LOW
247
HOOD OPEN
247
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
248
PARK ASSIST OFF
248
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
248
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
248
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
248
SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM
251
STABILITRAK OFF
251
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
252
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
252
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
252
TRAILER CONNECTED
252
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
253
TURN SIGNAL ON
253
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
253
DIC Vehicle Customization
254
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
255
AUTO DOOR LOCK
255
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
256
REMOTE DOOR LOCK
256
REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK
257
DELAY DOOR LOCK
257
EXIT LIGHTING
258
APPROACH LIGHTING
258
CHIME VOLUME
259
PARK TILT MIRRORS
259
EASY EXIT SEAT
260
MEMORY SEAT RECALL
260
REMOTE START
261
FACTORY SETTINGS
261
Setting the Clock
264
Settings
265
Radio(s)
266
Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar
267
Radio with CD and DVD (MP3)
267
Radios with CD and DVD
268
Radio Data System (RDS)
268
Playing the Radio
268
Finding a Station
269
Radio Messages for XM™ Only
274
^button for two seconds
275
Zbutton or the DISP knob
275
Playing a CD
275
Care of CDs
276
Care of the CD and DVD Player
276
^button. A beep
278
Using the DVD Player
280
Playing a DVD
281
DVD-V (Video) Display Buttons
282
DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons
283
Inserting a Disc
284
Ejecting a Disc
284
DVD Radio Error Messages
285
Zor DVD/CD AUX button is
285
Six-Disc CD Player)
286
S c (previous)
287
File System and Naming
289
Preprogrammed Playlists
289
Playing an MP3
289
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD
292
Playing an MP3/WMA
294
XM Radio Messages
297
Navigation/Radio System
298
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
299
Headphones
300
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks
301
Audio Output
302
Video Screen
303
Remote Control
303
Remote Control Buttons
304
Battery Replacement
306
DVD Display Error Messages
307
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
308
Theft-Deterrent Feature
310
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
310
Radio Reception
311
Fixed Mast Antenna
312
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
312
Control of a Vehicle
315
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
316
Braking in Emergencies
317
Locking Rear Axle
317
Traction Control Operation
319
Steering
320
Steering in Emergencies
321
Off-Road Recovery
322
Loss of Control
323
Off-Road Driving
324
Before You Go Off-Roading
325
Environmental Concerns
327
Traveling to Remote Areas
327
Approaching a Hill
330
Driving at Night
339
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
341
Highway Hypnosis
341
Winter Driving
343
Example 1 Example 2
350
Example 3
351
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar
355
Equipment
355
• Everything in the camper
359
• All the people inside
359
A. Camper Center of Gravity
360
Towing Your Vehicle
362
Recreational Vehicle Towing
362
Dinghy Towing
363
Weight of the Trailer
369
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
385
Carrying Hitches
388
Safety Chains
389
Trailer Brakes
389
Trailer Brake Control Panel
392
Following Distance
399
Backing Up
399
Making Turns
399
Driving On Grades
400
Parking on a Hill
402
Trailer Wiring Harness
402
Trailer Recommendations
405
Accessories and Modifications
410
Gasoline Octane
412
Gasoline Specifications
412
California Fuel
413
Additives
413
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
414
Fuels in Foreign Countries
415
Hood Release
419
Engine Compartment Overview
420
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
421
When to Add Engine Oil
422
• GM6094M
423
• SAE 5W-30
423
• Oils meeting these
423
Engine Oil Life System
424
What to Do with Used Oil
425
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
426
(Gasoline Engines)
426
How to Inspect the Engine
427
Air Cleaner/Filter
427
How to Check Automatic
429
Transmission Fluid
429
Cold Check Procedure
430
Hot Check Procedure
431
Automatic Transmission Fluid
432
(4-Speed Transmission)
432
Checking the Fluid Level
433
How to Add Automatic
434
Engine Coolant
435
If No Steam Is Coming From
439
Your Engine
439
Overheated Engine Protection
440
Engine Fan Noise
446
Power Steering Fluid
447
Windshield Washer Fluid
448
Rear Axle
458
What to Use
459
Front Axle
462
Noise Control System
463
Headlamp Aiming
464
Headlamps
468
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
469
(CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp
469
Pickup Box Identification and
470
Fender Marker Lamps
470
License Plate Lamp
472
Replacement Bulbs
472
Windshield Wiper Blade
473
Replacement
473
Tire Sidewall Labeling
475
Tire Size
478
Inflation - Tire Pressure
482
Tire Pressure Monitor System
484
Federal Communications
485
Science Canada
485
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
488
V TO RELEARN TIRE
488
Tire Inspection and Rotation
489
When It Is Time for New Tires
492
Buying New Tires
492
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
495
Wheel Replacement
496
Removing the Flat Tire and
506
Installing the Spare Tire
506
Spare Tire
519
Appearance Care
520
Fabric/Carpet
521
Washing Your Vehicle
524
Finish Care
525
Windshield and Wiper Blades
526
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
526
Wheels and Trim
526
Sheet Metal Damage
527
Finish Damage
528
Underbody Maintenance
528
Chemical Paint Spotting
528
Vehicle Identification
530
Electrical System
531
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
532
Top View
534
Underhood Fuse Block
535
Capacities and Specifications
539
Engine Specifications
541
Maintenance Schedule
544
Scheduled Maintenance
547
Additional Required Services
548
Owner Checks and Services
552
At Each Fuel Fill
552
At Least Once a Month
553
Recommended Fluids and
556
Lubricants
556
Maintenance Replacement Parts
558
Engine Drive Belt Routing
559
Maintenance Record
560
Maintenance Record (cont’d)
561
Customer Assistance and
564
Information
564
Online Owner Center
566
Customer Assistance for Text
567
Telephone (TTY) Users
567
Customer Assistance Offices
567
GM Mobility Reimbursement
568
Roadside Assistance Program
569
Calling for Assistance
570
Courtesy Transportation
571
Transportation Options
572
Collision Damage Repair
573
Insuring Your Vehicle
574
If a Crash Occurs
574
Reporting Safety Defects
576
Service Publications Ordering
577
Vehicle Data Recording and
578
Event Data Recorders
579
Navigation System
580
Radio Frequency
580
Identification (RFID)
580
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