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Chevrolet 2007 Colorado Owner's Manual

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2007 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ....................... 7

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Child Restraints

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Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ................................ 99

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Doors and Locks

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Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your

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Instrument Panel ....................................... 157

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and

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Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

Driving Your Vehicle ................................. 245

Your Driving, the Road, and

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual ® Seats and Restraint Systems ....... 7 OnStar System ........149 Storage Areas ........153 Front Seats ..........9 Sunroof ..........156 Rear Seats ..........17 Safety Belts ..........20 Instrument Panel ........157 Child Restraints ........
Page 2 Service and Appearance Care ....321 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ......432 Electrical System ........432 Service ..........324 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ....437 Fuel ............326 Checking Things Under the Hood ..331 Maintenance Schedule ......439 Rear Axle ..........368 Maintenance Schedule ......
Page 3: How To Use This Manual
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name Many people read the owner manual from “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual.
Page 4: Safety Warnings And Symbols
Index In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid A good place to quickly locate information about or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. If you do not, you or others could be hurt.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown Notice: These mean there is something along with the text describing the operation or that could damage your vehicle.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............. 9 Right Front Passenger Position ....35 Manual Seats ..........9 Center Front Passenger Position ....36 Power Seats ..........10 Rear Seat Passengers ........ 37 Manual Lumbar ........... 10 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....40 Power Lumbar ..........
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........77 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..94 Where Are the Airbags? ......80 Adding Equipment to Your When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ....83 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......95 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ....85 Restraint System Check .......
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 10: Power Seats
Power Seats • Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down. If the vehicle has power • Use the vertical control to recline the seatback. seats, the controls used See “Power Reclining Seatbacks” under to operate them are Reclining Seatbacks on page 12 for more located on the outboard...
Page 11: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar Heated Seats If your vehicle has this If your vehicle has feature, the control is this feature, the located on the outboard controls are located side of the seat(s). on the outboard side of the front seats. Press and hold the front of the control until you have the desired lumbar support.
Page 12: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: Manual Reclining Seatbacks If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. CAUTION: That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on You can lose control of the vehicle if the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 13 To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 14 CAUTION: (Continued) The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Page 15: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Pull up on the head restraint to raise it. Your front seats may have adjustable head To lower the head restraints. If your vehicle has rear seats, they restraint, press may have adjustable head restraints. the button located on top of the seatback and push down on the head restraint.
Page 16: Seatback Latches
Seatback Latches CAUTION: Your vehicle may have front seatbacks that fold forward for easy access to the rear seats or the storage area behind the seats. If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. To fold the seatback That could cause injury to the person forward, push the lever...
Page 17: Rear Seats
Rear Seats To store the seat, do the following: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal If your vehicle has stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Page 18: Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab)
Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) To fold the rear seatback(s) forward, do the following: The rear seatback(s) in the crew cab can be folded forward. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 19 2. Pull the loop, 2. Make sure the seatback(s) is locked by located on the pushing and pulling on it. outboard side of the seatback, CAUTION: forward until you hear a click. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a This part of the manual tells you how to use cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. safety belts properly. It also tells you some things This includes riding on the tailgate, even you should not do with safety belts.
Page 21 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is CAUTION: why: They work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you It is extremely dangerous to ride in a do have a crash, you do not know if it will be cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 22 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.
Page 23 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The person keeps going until stopped by The rider does not stop. something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 24 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 25 Questions and Answers About If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear Safety Belts safety belts? Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an You may be an excellent driver, but if you are accident if I am wearing a safety belt? in an accident —...
Page 26: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position This part is only for people of adult size. Lap-Shoulder Belt Be aware that there are special things to know The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. about safety belts and children. And there Here is how to wear it properly.
Page 27 The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Page 28 This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 32 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 33 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 34: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
Page 35: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt women.
Page 36: Center Front Passenger Position
Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a 60/40 split front seat, someone can sit in the center position. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 37: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. It is very important for rear seat passengers to Here is how to wear one properly. buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 38 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 39 This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash.
Page 40: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the rear outside positions. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 41 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies The elastic cord must be under the belt. ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt Then, place the guide over the belt and and the guide on top.
Page 42 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 43: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Extender Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, driver and right front passenger. Although you you should use it. cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt But if a safety belt is not long enough, your assembly.
Page 44: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Older Children An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 45 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the CAUTION: shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Never do this. If the child is sitting in a seat next to a Here two children are wearing the same window, move the child toward the center belt.
Page 46: Infants And Young Children
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just CAUTION: touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a Infants and Young Children lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is...
Page 47 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 48 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 49 For most basic types of child restraints, there CAUTION: (Continued) are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the strongest part of an infant’s body, the the restraint will have a label saying that it back and shoulders.
Page 50: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use infant. The harness system holds the infant in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant designed to restrain or position a child on a positioned in the restraint.
Page 51 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed for the child’s body with the harness and also to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped system.
Page 52 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint How Should I Use a Child Restraint? in the Vehicle A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint CAUTION: system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle.
Page 53 When securing an add-on child restraint, refer A T-shaped shield has shoulder straps that are to the instructions that come with the restraint attached to a ﬂat pad which rests low against which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, the child’s body.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the We recommend that children be secured in a right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 55 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: If you need to secure a forward-facing A child in a child restraint in the center child restraint in the right front seat, front seat can be badly injured or killed always move the front passenger seat by the right front passenger’s airbag if it as far back as it will go.
Page 56: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or Children (LATCH) the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed The LATCH system holds a child restraint during using only the top tether and anchor.
Page 57 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built LATCH seating position that will accommodate a into the vehicle.
Page 58 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether Anchor Locations being attached. Others require the top tether (Top Tether Anchor): always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires Seating positions with that forward-facing child restraints have a top top tether anchors.
Page 59 For extended cab models with rear seats, (Top Tether Anchor): there are exposed metal lower anchors for Seating positions with each rear seating position, attached to the top tether anchors. back wall, near the seat cushion. To assist you in locating the lower anchors, place your hand in a palm-up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 60 Crew Cab Extended Cab — Rear Seat The top tether anchors in a crew cab model are The top tether anchors in an extended cab model located on the back wall behind each rear seating are located on the center of the back wall position.
Page 61 Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position of a vehicle that has rear seats if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 62 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: Each top tether anchor and lower anchor CAUTION: in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint. Attaching more than If a LATCH-type child restraint is not one child restraint to a single anchor attached to anchors, the restraint will not could cause the anchor or attachment to be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 63 Notice: Contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle’s CAUTION: safety belt assembly may cause damage to these parts. Make sure when securing unused Children can be seriously injured or safety belts behind the child restraint that strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped there is no contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the...
Page 64 Crew Cab — Rear Seat 2.2. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using has a ﬁxed head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the head restraint.
Page 65 If the position you 3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to are using has a ﬁxed the lower anchors. If the child restraint does or adjustable head not have lower attachments or the desired restraint and you are seating position does not have lower anchors, using a dual tether, secure the child restraint with the top tether route the tether around...
Page 66 Extended Cab — Rear Seat 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors (D) in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (C).
Page 67 2.2. Route the top tether (A) through the See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right loop (B) at the top of the seatback to Front Seat Position on page 72 and Passenger attach the top tether to the nearest Sensing System on page 88 for important top tether anchor (C).
Page 68 2.3. Route the top tether according to your If the position you child restraint instructions and the are using has a following instructions: ﬁxed or adjustable head restraint and If the position you you are using a dual are using has a tether, route the ﬁxed head restraint tether around the...
Page 69: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 56. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 70 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child out of the retractor to set the lock. restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and 5.
Page 71: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the 7. Tighten the top tether to the anchor. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Center Front Seat Position Children (LATCH) on page 56. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. CAUTION: To remove the child restraint, if the top tether is attached, disconnect it.
Page 72: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure seriously injured or killed if the right front a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 73 If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, never CAUTION: (Continued) put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag Even though the passenger sensing status indicator shows off and the airbag is off.
Page 74 If your vehicle has rear seats, there is no top Secure the child in the child restraint when and tether anchor at the right front seating position. as the instructions say. Do not secure a child seat in this position if 1.
Page 75 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle out of the retractor to set the lock. the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.
Page 76 8. Tighten the top tether to the anchor. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 56. 9. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 10. If the airbag is off, the off indicator on the instrument panel will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to ON or START.
Page 77: Airbag System
Airbag System If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible. Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped and a frontal airbag for the right front passenger. under the vehicle head restraint.
Page 78 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near You can be severely injured or killed in a frontal crashes.
Page 79 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags Anyone who is up against, or very close inﬂate with great force, faster than the to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be blink of an eye. If you are too close to an seriously injured or killed.
Page 80: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 185 for more information.
Page 81 The right front passenger’s airbag is in the If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact instrument panel on the passenger’s side. airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is located in the ceiling above the side windows.
Page 82 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. 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...
Page 83: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? move or deform, the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 8 to 16 mph The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal (12.9 to 25.7 km/h), and the threshold level airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to for a full deployment is about 19 to 24 mph severe frontal or near-frontal crashes.
Page 84 Frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) In any particular crash, no one can say whether are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle an airbag should have inﬂated simply because rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
Page 85: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal sensing system detects that the vehicle is collisions, even belted occupants can contact in a crash. The sensing system triggers a the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
Page 86: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an CAUTION: Airbag Inﬂates? After a frontal airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, When an airbag inﬂates, there may be so quickly that some people may not even realize dust in the air. This dust could cause the airbag inﬂated.
Page 87 • Your vehicle has a feature that may automatically Your vehicle has a crash sensing and unlock the doors (if your vehicle has power door diagnostic module which records information locks), turn the interior lamps on, ﬂash the hazard after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording warning ﬂashers, and turn off the radio when the and Privacy on page 478 and Event Data airbag inﬂates.
Page 88: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. conditions. The driver’s airbags are not part of The passenger airbag status indicator on the the passenger sensing system.
Page 89 There is a label on your sun visor that says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” CAUTION: (Continued) This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even CAUTION:...
Page 90 If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, never CAUTION: (Continued) put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag Even though the passenger sensing status indicator shows off and the airbag is off.
Page 91 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn If a child restraint has been installed and the off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall •...
Page 92 The passenger sensing system is designed to Restart the vehicle and have the person remain enable (may inﬂate) the right front passenger’s in this position for about two minutes. This will frontal airbag anytime the system senses allow the system to detect that person and then that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the enable the passenger’s airbag.
Page 93 See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 95 for more information about CAUTION: modiﬁcations that can affect how the system operates. If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on CAUTION: and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system.
Page 94: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped CAUTION: Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is serviced. There are parts of the airbag system turned off and the battery is disconnected, in several places around your vehicle. You do an airbag can still inﬂate during improper not want the system to inﬂate while someone is service.
Page 95: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out Airbag-Equipped Vehicle whether this will affect my airbag system? Is there anything I might add to the front Changing or moving any parts of the or sides of the vehicle that could keep front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing the airbags from working properly?
Page 96: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front Checking the Restraint Systems passenger’s airbag, or side impact airbag module and ceiling covering for roof-mounted Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder side impact airbags (if equipped.) Do not light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,...
Page 97 If you have had a crash, do you need new belts If an airbag inﬂates, you will need to replace or LATCH system parts? airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section. After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
Page 98 ✍ NOTES...
Page 99: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ............101 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ..118 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ..102 New Vehicle Break-In ........ 118 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Ignition Positions ........119 System Operation ........103 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ..... 121 Starting the Engine ........
Page 100 Section 2 Features and Controls ® Mirrors ............141 OnStar System .......... 149 Manual Rearview Mirror ......141 Storage Areas ..........153 ® Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar ..142 Glove Box ..........153 Automatic Dimming Rearview Cupholder(s) ..........153 ®...
Page 101: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of...
Page 102: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
There is a double-sided If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call key that can be used for the GM Roadside Assistance Center. See the ignition, all door Roadside Assistance Program on page 466. locks, and the tailgate. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject...
Page 103: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void System Operation authorization to use this equipment. If your vehicle has this feature you can lock At times you may notice a decrease in range. This and unlock your doors and disarm or arm your is normal for any RKE system.
Page 104 Matching Transmitter(s) to If a door is open or ajar when the lock button is pressed, the horn will chirp several times to let Your Vehicle you know the doors did not lock and the content Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent theft-deterrent system is not armed.
Page 105 Battery Replacement To replace the battery: Under normal use, the battery in your RKE transmitter should last about two years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 106: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. CAUTION: A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 107: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, the switches are located on the driver’s and the front passenger’s armrests. Driver’s Switch Shown, To lock a door from the inside, push the Front Passenger’s manual lever on the door forward. To unlock Switch Similar a door from the inside, push the lever on the door rearward.
Page 108: Programmable Automatic
Programmable Automatic Rear Door Security Locks Door Locks (Crew Cab) If your vehicle has power door locks and the If your vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have remote keyless entry system, it has an automatic rear door security locks. With this feature, you can lock/unlock feature.
Page 109: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection To engage the security locks, do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. If you have power door locks, this feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when 2. Using your ignition key, turn the lock to the key is in the ignition and a door is open.
Page 110: Tailgate
Tailgate CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death.
Page 111 Removing the Tailgate To partially lower the tailgate do the following: 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly Follow these steps if you want to remove the on the entire tailgate assembly. tailgate: 2. Remove the 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly retaining cable on the entire tailgate assembly.
Page 112: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 113: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window switches for all windows are located on the CAUTION: driver’s door armrest. In addition, each passenger’s door has Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets its own switch. in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.
Page 114: Sliding Rear Window
Express-Down Windows Sliding Rear Window The driver’s window has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered fully without continuously holding the switch. Press the front of the switch past the ﬁrst position to activate the express-down mode. The express-down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch.
Page 115: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors Content Theft-Deterrent To block glare, pull the sun visor down. It can also If your vehicle has be detached from the center mount and moved the Remote Keyless to the side to block glare from that direction. Entry (RKE) system, the vehicle has a Visor Vanity Mirror content theft-deterrent...
Page 116 If a locked door is not opened using the RKE If you set off the alarm by accident, you can turn ® transmitter, or by OnStar , the pre-alarm will off the alarm by pressing unlock on the RKE go off. If the engine is not started or unlock not transmitter.
Page 117: Passlock
® Passlock If the engine does not start after three tries, the vehicle needs service. ® Your vehicle has the Passlock theft-deterrent If the engine is running and the security light system. comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if ®...
Page 118: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating • Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this Your Vehicle time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier New Vehicle Break-In replacement.
Page 119: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the With the key in shift lever is in PARK (P). the ignition switch, Notice: Using a tool to force the key from you can turn to the ignition switch could cause damage four different...
Page 120 ON (C): This is the position that the switch A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s returns to after you start your engine and release door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and the switch. The switch stays in ON when the the key is in the ignition.
Page 121: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in the NEUTRAL position These vehicle accessories can be used for up and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch to 20 minutes after the engine is turned off: pedal to the ﬂoor and start the engine.
Page 122 To prevent gear damage, this system also If the vehicle starts brieﬂy but then stops prevents cranking if the engine is already again, do the same thing. This clears the running. Engine cranking can be stopped extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race by turning the ignition switch to the ACC or the engine immediately after starting it.
Page 123: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may have this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F (–18°C) or colder, the Plugging the cord into an ungrounded engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier outlet could cause an electrical shock. starting and better fuel economy during engine Also, the wrong kind of extension cord warm-up.
Page 124: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) Your automatic transmission has a shift lever on the steering column.
Page 125 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an not connect with the wheels. To restart when automatic transmission shift lock control system. you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 126: Manual Transmission Operation
DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. FIRST (1): This position reduces vehicle speed If provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. even more than SECOND (2) without using If you need more power for passing, and you are: your brakes.
Page 127 Here is how to operate your manual transmission: NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal. as you slowly press down on the accelerator pedal.
Page 128 Up-Shift Light If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and has a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in four-wheel low. This light will show you when to shift to For more information, see Up-Shift Light the next higher gear (Manual Transmission) on page 189.
Page 129: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To get the best performance out of four-wheel drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the part that follows before using four-wheel drive.
Page 130 Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel (Four-Wheel High): This setting engages drive. You can choose from the following: your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use four-wheel high when you need extra traction, (Two-Wheel High): This setting is for driving such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road in most street and highway situations.
Page 131 Shifting from Four-Wheel High to Press and release the Four-Wheel Low button. You must wait for the Four-Wheel Low indicator Two-Wheel High light to stop ﬂashing and stay on before shifting Press and release the Two-Wheel High button. the transmission into gear or releasing the This can be done at any speed, and the front clutch pedal.
Page 132 Press and release the Four-Wheel High or 4. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel High. Two-Wheel High button. You must wait for the 5. Press and hold the Two-Wheel High and Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High indicator light Four-Wheel Low buttons at the same time to stop ﬂashing and stay on before shifting the for 10 seconds.
Page 133: Parking Brake
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Parking Brake After towing your vehicle, you will have to shift The parking brake out of NEUTRAL in order to drive. To shift out pedal is located to of NEUTRAL, do the following: the left of the regular 1.
Page 134 If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts.
Page 135: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: (Automatic Transmission) If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle CAUTION: will be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in PARK (P) — if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So, be sure the It can be dangerous to get out of your transfer case is in a drive gear, two-wheel vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in...
Page 136 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Running (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much CAUTION: force on the parking pawl in the transmission.
Page 137: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) 3. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear (Automatic Transmission) you want. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift 5. Have the system ﬁxed as soon as you can. lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when the ignition is in the LOCK Parking Your Vehicle...
Page 138: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Page 139: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the • Repairs were not done correctly. gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you •...
Page 140: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift CAUTION: lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 141: Mirrors
Mirrors CAUTION: Manual Rearview Mirror Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer While sitting in a comfortable driving position, case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind roll, even if the automatic transmission your vehicle.
Page 142: Manual Rearview Mirror With Onstar
Manual Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming Rearview ® ® with OnStar Mirror with OnStar , Compass and Temperature Display Mirror Operation Your vehicle may have this feature. When on, Your vehicle may have a manual rearview mirror the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper ®...
Page 143 Compass Calibration If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be calibrated. For more information, see The compass may need calibration if one of the “Compass Calibration” following. following occurs: To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius: • After approximately ﬁve seconds, the display 1.
Page 144 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is outside of zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 145: Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
Cleaning the Mirror Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or the compass/temperature button. Pressing the similar material dampened with glass cleaner. compass/temperature button once brieﬂy, will Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror toggle the display reading on and off.
Page 146 Compass Calibration Compass Variance The compass may need calibration if one of the The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the following occurs: factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the •...
Page 147: Outside Manual Mirrors
Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Outside Manual Mirrors If the vehicle has manual outside mirrors, adjust them by hand so that the side of the vehicle can be seen while you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
Page 148: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound, the mirror has reached the end of its travel and can go no farther in that direction. To stop the sound, If your vehicle has reverse the mirror direction using the control pad. this feature, the controls The mirrors can be manually folded inward to are located on the...
Page 149: Onstar ® System
® ® OnStar System OnStar service is provided to you subject ® to the OnStar Terms and Conditions. You ® may cancel your OnStar service at any time ® by contacting OnStar as provided below. ® A complete OnStar Owner’s Guide and the ®...
Page 150 ® OnStar Services • Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance • AccidentAssist ® For new vehicles equipped with OnStar , the Safe ® & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections • Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert Plan is included for one year from the date of ®...
Page 151 ® ® OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Steering Wheel Controls ® OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible Your vehicle may be equipped with a Talk/Mute ® ® OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls button that can be used to interact with OnStar using voice commands.
Page 152 ® ® How OnStar Service Works OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle ® is in a place where OnStar has an agreement ® In order to provide you with OnStar services, with a wireless service provider for service in that ®...
Page 153: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for ® the OnStar equipment to operate. There are Glove Box ® other problems OnStar cannot control that ® ® may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar To open the glove box, pull on the lever.
Page 154: Front Armrest Storage Area
Front Armrest Storage Area Assist Handles For vehicles with bench seats, you may have a Your vehicle may have assist handles to be used center armrest storage area. Lift up on the upper when getting out of your vehicle. If your vehicle tab located at the front of the armrest to release has assist handles, they are located above the latch.
Page 155 To access the storage compartments, lift the cushion on the bottom of the rear seats. This exposes the storage boxes under the seat. To open a storage box, unhook the bottom and lift the two latches on each side of the storage box.
Page 156: Sunroof
Sunroof Your vehicle may have a sunroof. The sunroof control buttons are located on the headliner. Lift the lid from the center area to access the (Open/Vent): Press and hold this button storage box. to vent, and open the sunroof. Release the button when the desired position is reached.
Page 157: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ......160 Dome Lamp Override ........ 175 Hazard Warning Flashers ......162 Exit Lighting ..........175 Other Warning Devices ......162 Electric Power Management ...... 175 Horn ............162 Battery Run-Down Protection ..... 175 Tilt Wheel ..........
Page 158 Section 3 Instrument Panel Brake System Warning Light ..... 189 Audio System(s) ......... 206 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ..190 Setting the Time ........208 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage .... 191 AM-FM Radio ..........209 Tire Pressure Light ........191 Radio with CD (MP3) ........
Page 159 ✍ NOTES...
Page 160: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar...
Page 161 The main components of your vehicle’s instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on H. Horn. See Horn on page 162. page 180. I. Traction Control Button or Four-Wheel Drive B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Buttons.
Page 162: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up police and others that you have a problem. at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash behind your vehicle.
Page 163: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane Change Signals. See Turn The tilt lever is located on the left side of the Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 163. steering column, under the turn signal lever.
Page 164: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash more quickly than normal, a signal The turn signal has two upward (for right) and bulb may be burned out and other drivers will two downward (for left) positions.
Page 165: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will stay on as long as you hold the (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): lever toward you. The high-beam indicator on the To change the headlamps from low to high beam, instrument panel cluster will come on.
Page 166: Windshield Washer
(Low Speed): For steady wiping at low (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked speed, turn the band away from you to the with the windshield washer symbol at the top ﬁrst solid position past the delay settings. of the multifunction lever. To spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield, push the paddle.
Page 167 + (Resume/Accelerate): Move the lever to this position to make the vehicle accelerate or resume CAUTION: to a previously set speed. (Set): Press this button to set the speed. Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. With cruise control, the vehicle can maintain So, do not use your cruise control on a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more...
Page 168 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set the cruise control to a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This turns off CAUTION: the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or If you leave your cruise control on when more, you can move the cruise control switch you are not using cruise, you might hit a...
Page 169 • Using Cruise Control on Hills Move the cruise lever from on to resume/ accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to the How well the cruise control will work on hills speed desired, and then release the lever. depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the To increase your speed in very small amounts, steepness of the hills.
Page 170: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps (Exterior Lamps): Turn the knob, located to the right of this symbol, to choose one of the four exterior lamp positions. (Off): Turn the knob to this position to turn off all exterior lamps including the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
Page 171: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder (Parking Lamps): Turn the knob to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound with the following: when the headlamps or parking lamps are • Sidemarker Lamps manually turned on and your key is out of the •...
Page 172: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met: When it is dark enough outside, the automatic • The ignition is on. headlamp system will turn on after the • The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. transmission has been shifted from PARK (P) to DRIVE (D).
Page 173: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the If your vehicle has fog lamps, you can use them Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. headlamp system so that driving under bridges Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps or bright overhead street lights does not affect...
Page 174: Exterior Cargo Lamps
Exterior Cargo Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The cargo lamps can be used if more light is (Instrument Panel Lights): Turn the needed in the cargo area of the vehicle or in the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the top-box storage units.
Page 175: Dome Lamp Override
Dome Lamp Override When the battery’s state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge back in. When the state of charge is high, the (Dome Override): Press this button, located voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. below the exterior lamp control, to turn the If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage, you may dome lamp off even when a door is opened.
Page 176: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets. components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your With accessory power outlets you can plug in warranty.
Page 177: Climate Controls
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls Your vehicle may have a removable ashtray Climate Control System and cigarette lighter. The ashtray is located in the center console area. The ashtray can be removed for cleaning. When the ashtray is removed, this area can also be used as a cupholder.
Page 178 Temperature Knob (Bi-Level): Select this mode to direct approximately half of the air to the instrument The left knob on the control panel is used to panel outlets, and the remaining air to the adjust the temperature of the air in the vehicle. ﬂoor outlets and the defroster and side window Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise outlets.
Page 179 Recirculation is only available in the bi-level and The air conditioning system removes moisture vent modes. It should only be used while in bi-level from the air, so you may sometimes notice a and vent modes. Recirculation is not available, small amount of water dripping underneath and the light will not come on or ﬂash while in heat, your vehicle while idling or after turning off the...
Page 180: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Turn the mode knob on the climate control panel clockwise to select the defog or defrost modes. Use the thumbwheel on the outlets to change the (Floor/Defog): This mode directs the air to the direction of the air ﬂow. windshield, the side window outlets, and to the ﬂoor Lift up or push down on the thumbwheel located outlets.
Page 181: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. and Indicators Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with This part describes the warning lights and your vehicle.
Page 182: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 183: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in Your vehicle has a trip odometer that can tell both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers you how far your vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h). you last set the trip odometer to zero.
Page 184: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will be provided for several seconds to remind Several seconds after the key is turned to ON or people to buckle their safety belts. The driver START, a chime will sound for several seconds safety belt light will also be provided and stay to remind the front passenger to buckle their...
Page 185: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system If the airbag readiness light stays on after for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is you start your vehicle, it means the airbag an electrical problem.
Page 186: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator There is a label on your sun visor that says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag is so great if the airbag deploys.
Page 187 If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, never passenger airbag status indicator, it means that put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag (may inﬂate).
Page 188: Battery Warning Light
Battery Warning Light If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right This light will come front passenger’s frontal airbag. See Passenger on brieﬂy when you Sensing System on page 88 for more on this, start the vehicle,...
Page 189: Up-Shift Light (Manual Transmission)
Up-Shift Light Brake System Warning Light (Manual Transmission) Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the This light appears other part can still work and stop you. For good when you need to braking, though, you need both parts working well.
Page 190: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking Warning Light brake. See Parking Brake on page 133 for more information. The light will stay on if your parking With the Anti-Lock Brake brake does not release fully.
Page 191: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light This gage shows the This light should come engine coolant on brieﬂy when you turn temperature. the ignition to ON. If the gage pointer is near the top of the gage, This light will also come on when one or more the engine is too hot.
Page 192: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, the emission controls Check Engine Light might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead Your vehicle has to costly repairs that might not be covered a computer which...
Page 193 This light should come on, as a check to show you If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. is not running. If the light does not come on, have If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to it repaired.
Page 194 Emissions Inspection and Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? Maintenance Programs If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the Some state/provincial and local governments have electrical system dries out. A few driving trips or may begin programs to inspect the emission should turn the light off.
Page 195: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light The light will come on when you turn your key to ON or START. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so It goes off once you start your engine. That is hot that it catches ﬁre.
Page 196: Security Light
Security Light Cruise Control Light This light will come on This light comes on brieﬂy when you turn whenever you set the the key to START. cruise control. The light will stay on until the engine starts. The light goes out when the cruise control is If the ignition is turned on, and the light ﬂashes, turned off.
Page 197: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these indicate a problem with Indicator Light your fuel gage: • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off This light turns before the gage reads full. on whenever the •...
Page 198: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Trip Information Odometer The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information such as the trip odometer, The odometer is automatically displayed on the personalization features, and warning messages. DIC when you start the vehicle. The odometer The DIC display is located on the instrument shows the total distance the vehicle has panel cluster.
Page 199 Engine Oil Life System Language With the engine off, turn the key to ON and then This feature allows you to choose the language press the reset stem until OIL LIFE RESET in which the DIC display shows information. appears — alternating between OIL LIFE and To set your choice for this feature, perform the RESET —...
Page 200 Automatic Door Locks On vehicles with a manual transmission, this mode locks all of the doors when the vehicle This feature allows you to program your door speed is greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) and locks to a preferred setting. unlocks all of the doors when the key is removed To set your choice for this feature, perform the from the ignition.
Page 201 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The following are the available modes: Feedback RFA 1 (default): This mode ﬂashes the parking lamps when you press the lock or unlock This feature allows you to program your buttons on the RKE transmitter. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) feedback to a preferred setting.
Page 202: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages AC (Air Conditioning) OFF This message displays when the engine coolant Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the temperature is too high and the air conditioning driver that the status of the vehicle has changed in your vehicle needs to be turned off.
Page 203 See Brakes on page 357 and Brake System See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on Warning Light on page 189 for more information. page 191. Have your vehicle serviced by your Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge dealer as soon as possible if you suspect the message and clear it from the display.
Page 204 LOW FUEL This message displays if the level of fuel in This message displays when the oil pressure is the vehicle is low. Also check the fuel gage. low. See Oil Pressure Light on page 195 and See Fuel Gage on page 197 for more information. Engine Oil on page 333 for more information.
Page 205 Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle See Tire Pressure Light on page 191. Press and should be taken to your dealer for service as release the reset stem to acknowledge the soon as possible. Press and release the reset message and clear it from the display.
Page 206: Audio System(S)
TRACTION FAULT Audio System(s) If your vehicle has the Traction Control System Determine which radio your vehicle has and then (TCS), this message may display if there is read the pages following to familiarize yourself a problem with the TCS. Check the TCS as soon with its features.
Page 207 Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CAUTION: CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be This system provides you with a far greater added by checking with your dealer/retailer. access to audio stations and song listings.
Page 208: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour displays. Press and hold the Radios without Radio Data minute button until the correct minute displays. The time can be set with the ignition on or off. Systems (RDS) To synchronize the time with an FM station Press and hold HR (hour) until the correct...
Page 209: Am-Fm Radio
AM-FM Radio Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The selection displays. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. SEEK : Press the SEEK arrows to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until a beep sounds.
Page 210 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) AUDIO: To adjust bass or treble, press and can be programmed on the six numbered release AUDIO until BAS (bass) or TRE (treble) pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: displays.
Page 211 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until a beep sounds. CEN (center) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the displays. right and the left speakers, press and release Fade might not be available if the vehicle is a AUDIO until BAL (balance) displays.
Page 212: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations • Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and only works when the information is available.
Page 213 XM™ Satellite Radio Service DISPL (Display): When the ignition is turned off, press this knob to display the time. XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in For RDS, press the DISPL knob to change what the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. displays while using RDS.
Page 214 AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Automatic SEEK : Press the SEEK arrows to go to the volume automatically adjusts the audio system to previous or to the next station and stay there. make up for road and wind noise as you drive. The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal Set the volume at the desired level.
Page 215 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be until BASS or TREB displays. Turn the knob to programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, increase or to decrease.
Page 216 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the the AUDIO knob until BAL (balance) displays. following: Turn the knob to move the sound toward the 1.
Page 217 If the radio cannot ﬁnd the desired program type, ALERT! is not affected by tests of the emergency NONE displays and the radio returns to the broadcast system. This feature is not supported last tuned station. by all RDS stations. BAND (AF–...
Page 218 Radio Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF displays, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system When a traffic announcement is broadcast on has been calibrated for your vehicle from the this station you will hear it. factory.
Page 219 If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in If there is no apparent damage, try a known the player it stays in the player. When the ignition good CD. or radio is turned on, the CD starts to play Do not add any label to a CD, it could get where it stopped, if it was the last selected caught in the CD player.
Page 220 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold to the start of the current or the previous this pushbutton for less than two seconds to track.
Page 221 • CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, CD when listening to the radio. The CD symbol or upside down. displays when a CD is loaded. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again.
Page 222: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations • Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and only works when the information is available.
Page 223 XM™ Satellite Radio Service Press the INFO button to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM™ XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in station. A choice of additional information such the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. as: Channel, Song, Artist, and PTY (program type) XM™...
Page 224 Finding a Station The radio goes to a preset station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next preset station. BAND: Press this button to switch between Press either the SCAN or TYPE arrows again to FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). stop scanning presets.
Page 225 To store an equalization setting to a preset station To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the perform the following: middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed. 1. Tune to the preset station. ALL CENTERED displays and a beep sounds.
Page 226 The fade feature might not be available on all 4. To cancel the seek, press any of the SEEK radio systems. or TYPE arrows. This also exits the program type seek mode and returns to the last To adjust the balance or fade to the middle tuned station.
Page 227 RDS Messages To turn alternate frequency off, press and hold BAND again for two seconds. AF OFF displays. INFO (Information): If the current station has a The radio does not switch to other stations. message, INFO displays. Press this button to This function does not apply for XM™...
Page 228 Radio Messages When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol displays. As each new track starts to play, the track number CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system displays. has been calibrated for your vehicle from the The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) factory.
Page 229 Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught To insert multiple CDs, do the following: in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a 1. Turn the ignition on. personal computer and a description label is 2.
Page 230 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded CD If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player. For every CD loaded, a number displays. To play If CD is pushed back into the player, before a speciﬁc CD, ﬁrst press the CD AUX button the 25 second time period is complete, the (if not already in CD mode), then press the...
Page 231 To use repeat, do the following: when a CD is played. For more information on AUTO EQ, see “AUTO EQ” listed previously in • To repeat the track you are listening to, press this section. and release the RPT button. RPT displays. Press RPT again to turn off repeat play.
Page 232 INFO (Information): Press this knob to see how 3. Select the desired CD by pressing the long the current track has been playing. To change numbered pushbutton and then use the the default on the display, track or elapsed time, SEEK or TYPE right arrows to locate the press the knob until you see the desired display, track to be saved.
Page 233 To delete tracks from the song list, perform the To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song 2.
Page 234: Using An Mp3
CD Messages Using an MP3 CHECK CD: If this message displays and/or MP3 CD-R Disc the CD comes out, it could be for one of the MP3 Format following reasons: If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal •...
Page 235 Empty Directory or Folder The player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 ﬁles. If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere Long ﬁle names, folder names, or playlist names in the ﬁle structure that contains only folders/ may use more disc memory space than necessary.
Page 236 Order of Play File System and Naming Tracks are played in the following order: The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the ﬁrst playlist and continues sequentially radio displays the ﬁle name without the extension...
Page 237 If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD If there is no apparent damage, try a known in the player it stays in the player. When good CD. the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts Do not add any label to a CD, it could get to play where it stopped, if it was the last caught in the CD player.
Page 238 6 RDM (Random): To play the tracks in random 2 FLD (Next Folder): Press this button to order in the current folder or playlist, press go to the ﬁrst track in the next folder. Pressing and release this button. FLDR RDM (folder this button while in folder random mode takes random) displays.
Page 239 To change the default on the display, press the TUNE : Turning this knob fast tracks DISPL knob until you see the desired display, reverse or advances through the tracks in all then press and hold this knob for two seconds. folders or playlists.
Page 240: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Language Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 241 Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Info Song/Program Title No song title information is available at this time on this not available channel. The system is working properly. No Info Category Name No category information is available at this time on this not available channel.
Page 242: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and Non-RDS Radios static during normal radio reception if items ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage such as cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works accessories, and external electronic devices automatically by learning a portion of the are plugged into the accessory power outlet.
Page 243: Care Of Your Cds
FM Stereo Care of Your CDs FM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signals Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). cases or other protective cases and away from Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM direct sunlight and dust.
Page 244: Fixed Mast Antenna
Fixed Mast Antenna Chime Level Adjustment The ﬁxed mast antenna can withstand most car The radio is used to adjust the vehicle’s chime washes without being damaged. If the mast should level. To change the volume level of the chime, ever become slightly bent, straighten it out by press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition hand.
Page 245: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Freeway Driving ........282 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ....283 Your Vehicle ..........246 Highway Hypnosis ........284 Defensive Driving ........246 Hill and Mountain Roads ......284 Drunken Driving ........
Page 246: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, CAUTION: and Your Vehicle Defensive driving really means “Be ready Defensive Driving for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, The best advice anyone can give about driving is: or expressways, it means “Always expect Drive defensively. the unexpected.”...
Page 247: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good Death and injury associated with drinking and medical, psychological, and developmental driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one reasons for these laws.
Page 248 According to the American Medical Association, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce A person who consumes food just before or during (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 249 Statistics show that the chance of being in a This means that when anyone who has been collision increases sharply for drivers who have a drinking — driver or passenger — is in a crash, BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a that person’s chance of being killed or permanently BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her disabled is higher than if the person had not...
Page 250: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to You have three systems that make your vehicle go bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. where you want it to go.
Page 251: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system with traffic. This is a mistake. The brakes may that will help prevent a braking skid.
Page 252 ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.
Page 253: Braking In Emergencies
Traction Control System (TCS) Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal Your vehicle may have a Traction Control or always decrease stopping distance. If you System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. This is get too close to the vehicle in front of you, especially useful in slippery road conditions.
Page 254: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise conditions, you should always leave TCS on. control will automatically disengage. When road But you can turn the system off if you ever need to.
Page 255: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control Power Steering systems — steering and acceleration — have to do their work where the tires meet the road. If you lose power steering assist because the Adding the sudden acceleration can demand engine stops or the system is not functioning, too much of those places.
Page 256 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 257: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped edge. Then turn the steering wheel to go off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you straight down the roadway.
Page 258 • So here are some tips for passing: When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane • Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides, and do not get too close. Time your move so and to crossroads for situations that might you will be increasing speed as the time comes affect your passing patterns.
Page 259: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal Let us review what driving experts say about what before moving out of the right lane to pass. happens when the three control systems — brakes, When you are far enough ahead of the passed steering, and acceleration —...
Page 260: Off-Road Driving
The three types of skids correspond to your While driving on a surface with reduced traction, vehicle’s three control systems. In the braking skid, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, the wheels are not rolling. In the steering or or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a shifting to a lower gear.
Page 261 Before You Go Off-Roading The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off-road There are some things to do before you go out. usage. Observe safe driving speeds, especially For example, be sure to have all necessary on rough terrain.
Page 262 Loading Your Vehicle for CAUTION: (Continued) Off-Road Driving vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads CAUTION: inside the cargo area, not on the roof. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible. • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop.
Page 263 Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-road driving can provide wholesome and It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when satisfying recreation. However, it also raises going to a remote area. Know the terrain and environmental concerns. We recognize these plan your route.
Page 264: Scanning The Terrain
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving CAUTION: It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-road driving does require some When you are driving off-road, bouncing new and different skills.
Page 265 Surface Obstacles: Unseen or hidden obstacles When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or obstacles, the wheels can leave the ground. bump can startle you if you are not prepared If this happens, even with one or two wheels, for them.
Page 266 Driving on Off-Road Hills Approaching a Hill Off-road driving often takes you up, down, or When you approach a hill, you need to decide across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good if it is one of those hills that is just too steep judgment and an understanding of what your to climb, descend, or cross.
Page 267 • What is beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? CAUTION: Get out and walk the hill if you do not know. It is the smart way to ﬁnd out. Turning or driving across steep hills can •...
Page 268 • Sound the horn as you approach the top What should I do if my vehicle stalls, of the hill to let opposing traffic know you or is about to stall, and I cannot make are there. it up the hill? •...
Page 269 • • As you are backing down the hill, put your left Never attempt to turn around if you are about hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock to stall when going up a hill. If the hill is position.
Page 270 Driving Downhill If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, When off-roading takes you downhill, you will and use a low gear. This way, engine drag want to consider a number of things: can help the brakes and they will not have to •...
Page 271 Are there some things I should not do Am I likely to stall when going downhill? when driving down a hill? It is much more likely to happen going Yes! These are important because if you uphill. But if it happens going downhill, ignore them you could lose control and here is what to do.
Page 272: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline But when you drive across an incline, the much more narrow track width — the distance Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably between the left and right wheels — may not go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over.
Page 273 What if I am driving across an incline that is not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 274 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose When you drive in mud, snow, or sand, your control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is wheels will not get good traction.
Page 275 Driving in Water Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through. CAUTION: Also, water that deep can damage the axle and other vehicle parts.
Page 276: Driving At Night
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. on the underbody, chassis, or under the hood. One reason is that some drivers are likely to These accumulations can be a ﬁre hazard. be impaired —...
Page 277 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. Keep the windshield and all the glass on your But as we get older these differences increase. vehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night A 50-year-old driver might require at least twice as is made much worse by dirt on the glass.
Page 278: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reﬂexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
Page 279: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure CAUTION: in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reﬂections Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 280 Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Turn on your low-beam headlamps — not just your parking lamps — to help make CAUTION: you more visible to others. • Besides slowing down, allow some extra Flowing or rushing water creates following distance.
Page 281: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 282: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 283: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it certain you allow a reasonable following distance. serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs Expect to move slightly slower at night. service, have it done before starting out.
Page 284: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make...
Page 285 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that CAUTION: can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving on page 260 for information Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with about driving off-road.
Page 286: Winter Driving
• Winter Driving Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. •...
Page 287 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 288 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could will spin and polish the surface under the tires be in a serious situation.
Page 289 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe.
Page 290: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it Mud, Ice, or Snow go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.
Page 291: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Notice: Spinning the wheels can destroy To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly the transmission back and forth, you can on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in destroy the transmission.
Page 292: Recovery Hooks
Recovery Hooks CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back.
Page 293: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 294 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available the size of the original equipment tires (C) and amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For example, if the “XXX” amount For more information on tires and inﬂation see equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb Tires on page 377 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure...
Page 295 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 1 = for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) (68 kg) x 2 =...
Page 296 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Item Description Total Label Example Vehicle Capacity Weight A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation/Tire label is attached 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 3 = to the bottom section of the center pillar, on the Subtract Occupant driver’s side of the vehicle. Vehicles without a Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) center pillar, like extended cab models, will have...
Page 297 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, CAUTION: called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and Do not load your vehicle any heavier than rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 298 If you put things inside your vehicle — like There is also important loading information for suitcases, tools, packages, or anything off-road driving in this manual. See “Loading Your else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. Vehicle for Off-Road Driving”...
Page 299: Towing
Add-On Equipment Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab When you carry removable items, you may need General Motors is aware that some vehicle to put a limit on how many people you carry owners may consider having the pickup box inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle removed and a commercial or recreational before you buy and install the new equipment.
Page 300: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing • Do you have the proper towing equipment? See your dealer/retailer or trailering Recreational vehicle towing means towing your professional for additional advice and vehicle behind another vehicle — such as behind equipment recommendations. a motorhome. The two most common types of •...
Page 301 Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles 3. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in FIRST (1). 4. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. CAUTION: Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission, or if your vehicle is in gear, for a manual transmission.
Page 302 6. Release the parking brake only after the lubrication while being towed. To dolly tow a vehicle being towed is ﬁrmly attached to two-wheel-drive vehicle, you must tow the vehicle the tow vehicle. with the rear wheels on the dolly. See “Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)”...
Page 303 3. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) 5. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. or a manual transmission in FIRST (1). See Four-Wheel Drive on page 129 for more information. 4. Follow the dolly manufacturer’s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to 6.
Page 304 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) 4. Follow the dolly manufacturer’s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles the dolly and then the loaded dolly to the tow vehicle. Make sure the wheels are straight before towing.
Page 305 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles For manual transmission vehicles, make sure the wheels are straight before proceeding to the next steps. On automatic transmission vehicles, use an adequate clamping device to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. CAUTION: Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the...
Page 306: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer 6. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is ﬁrmly attached to the tow vehicle. CAUTION: 7. Turn the ignition to LOCK. If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six weeks or more, remove the battery If you do not use the correct equipment cable from the negative terminal (post) of the and drive properly, you can lose control...
Page 307 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly If you do, here are some important points: repairs that would not be covered by your • warranty. Always follow the instructions in There are many different laws, including speed this section and check with your dealer/retailer limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 308 • Weight of the Trailer Then, during the ﬁrst 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over How heavy can a trailer safely be? 50 mph (80 km/h) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and It depends on how you plan to use your rig.
Page 309 The following charts show how much your trailer can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. 2WD Regular Cab Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Automatic Transmission, 3.73 3,300 lbs (1 497 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg)
Page 310 2WD Extended Cab Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Automatic Transmission, 3.73 3,100 lbs (1 406 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 082 kg) 3.7L Engine Manual Transmission, 3.73 2,100 lbs (952 kg) 6,000 lbs (2 722 kg)
Page 311 4WD Regular Cab Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Automatic Transmission, 3.73 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 4.10 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 082 kg)
Page 312 4WD Extended Cab Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Automatic Transmission, 3.73 2,900 lbs (1 315 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 4.10 2,900 lbs (1 315 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg) 2.9L Engine Automatic Transmission, 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 082 kg)
Page 313 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 314 After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer The trailer rating should be: and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some of the items around in the trailer.
Page 315 You may add 300 lbs (136 kg) to the front axle Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent weight and 400 lbs (181 kg) to the rear axle weight. of total loaded trailer weight, you can expect that Your vehicle now weighs: the largest trailer your vehicle can properly handle is 6,000 lbs (2 721 kg).
Page 316 Weight-Distributing Hitches and Trailer Brakes Weight Carrying Hitches If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes — and they You can use your step bumper hitch for trailers must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) total weight, and instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able 200 lbs (90 kg) tongue weight.
Page 317 Driving with a Trailer Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead experience. Before setting out for the open road, as you would when driving your vehicle without you’ll want to get to know your rig.
Page 318 Making Turns Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to Notice: Making very sharp turns while check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are trailering could cause the trailer to come in still working.
Page 319 Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift into PARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. CAUTION: See Parking Brake on page 133 for more information. 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be You really should not park your sure the transfer case is in a drive gear vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 320: Trailer Recommendations
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will need service more often Your vehicle may be equipped with a four-pin when you’re pulling a trailer. See Scheduled trailer towing harness. This harness has a four-pin Maintenance on page 442 for more on this. trailer connector that is attached to a bracket on Things that are especially important in trailer the hitch platform.
Page 321: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............324 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......338 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ....324 Automatic Transmission Fluid ....339 California Proposition 65 Warning ....324 Manual Transmission Fluid ......342 Doing Your Own Service Work ....325 Hydraulic Clutch ........
Page 322 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Bulb Replacement ........370 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...... 390 Halogen Bulbs ........... 370 When It Is Time for New Tires ....391 Headlamps ..........371 Buying New Tires ........392 Front Turn Signal, Parking and Different Size Tires and Wheels ....
Page 323 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ........422 Sheet Metal Damage ......... 429 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ..422 Finish Damage .......... 429 Fabric/Carpet ..........423 Underbody Maintenance ......430 Leather ............424 Chemical Paint Spotting ......430 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ....
Page 324: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When you add non-GM accessories to your vehicle Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants they can affect your vehicle’s performance and you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, your dealer for all your service needs.
Page 325: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 94. CAUTION: You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service You can be injured and your vehicle could work you perform.
Page 326: Fuel
Fuel California Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate To help keep the engine clean and maintain on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 327: Fuels In Foreign Countries
In most cases, you should not have to add Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines emissions may contain an octane-enhancing contain only the minimum amount of additive additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese required to meet U.S.
Page 328: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 329 the FUEL CAP message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and the check engine CAUTION: light will be lit on the instrument panel cluster. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 202 Fuel can spray out on you if you open the and Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 192 fuel cap too quickly.
Page 330: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Bring the ﬁll nozzle in contact with the inside of the ﬁll opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while be maintained until the ﬁlling is it is in your vehicle.
Page 331: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. the Hood It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the CAUTION: instrument panel. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and 2.
Page 332: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.9L engine (3.7L engine similar), you will see the following:...
Page 333: Engine Oil
A. Windshield Washer Fluid. See “Adding Washer K. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on Brakes on page 357. page 356. L. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine B. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 433.
Page 334 When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 332 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area (L), Push the dipstick all the way back in when you need to add at least one quart/liter of oil.
Page 335 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. • Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the...
Page 336: Engine Oil Life System
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is life system to work properly, you must reset the recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 system every time the oil is changed.
Page 337 How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay change the engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle on your skin for very long.
Page 338: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 442 for more information.
Page 339: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid CAUTION: When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid Operating the engine with the air A good time to check your automatic transmission cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed. to be burned.
Page 340 If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about instructions here, or you could get a false 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are reading on the dipstick. above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine Notice: Too much or too little ﬂuid can temperature gage moves and then remains...
Page 341 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). 4. Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more.
Page 342: Manual Transmission Fluid
How to Add Automatic Manual Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid When to Check Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine A good time to have it checked is when the what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See engine oil is changed. However, the ﬂuid in your Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 452.
Page 343 How to Add Fluid Then, follow these steps: Here is how to add ﬂuid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 452. 1. Remove the ﬁller plug. 2.
Page 344: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with hydraulic clutch ﬂuid. The hydraulic clutch ﬂuid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 332 for reservoir location.
Page 345: Engine Coolant
How to Check and Add Fluid A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: The proper ﬂuid should be added if the level does • Give freezing protection down not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it to −34°F (−37°C).
Page 346 What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water badly damaged. The repair cost would not be ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will covered by your warranty.
Page 347 It is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the CAUTION: (Continued) vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 332 for more information on location. Never turn the radiator pressure The vehicle must be on a level surface. When cap —...
Page 348: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine CAUTION: damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Steam from an overheated engine can See Engine Compartment Overview on page 332 burn you badly, even if you just open the for more information on location.
Page 349 If No Steam Is Coming From If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower Your Engine for about 10 minutes. If the warning does not If you get an engine overheat warning but see come back on, you can drive normally.
Page 350: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at least up to the FULL COLD mark. If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 351 If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. The engine cooling fan speed should CAUTION: increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it does not, Heater and radiator hoses, and other your vehicle needs service.
Page 352 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and Recovery Tank other parts. Use the recommended coolant If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant and the proper coolant mixture.
Page 353 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. Add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you...
Page 354 ® 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller neck. See Engine Coolant on page 345 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.
Page 355: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise Power Steering Fluid This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. The power steering ﬂuid When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster reservoir is located near to provide more air to cool the engine. In most the front of the engine everyday driving conditions, the clutch is not compartment, behind...
Page 356: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid 1. Turn the key off and let the engine What to Use compartment cool down. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the to read the manufacturer’s instructions before reservoir clean.
Page 357: Brakes
Brakes Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, Brake Fluid follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. The brake master • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer cylinder reservoir is ﬂuid. Water can cause the solution to ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake freeze and damage your washer ﬂuid tank ﬂuid.
Page 358 Checking Brake Fluid So, it is not a good idea to top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking add ﬂuid when the linings are worn, then you will off the cap.
Page 359 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake system parts. For example, just a brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed few drops of mineral-based oil, such container only.
Page 360 Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly drum brakes. tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that to torque speciﬁcations in Capacities and make a high-pitched warning sound when the...
Page 361: Battery
Brake Adjustment Battery Every time you make a brake stop, the brakes Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. adjust for wear. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original Replacing Brake System Parts ®...
Page 362: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you are not going to drive your vehicle for If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−) want to use another vehicle and some jumper cable from the battery.
Page 363 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, costly damage to your vehicle that would set the parking brake ﬁrmly on both vehicles not be covered by your warranty. involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or manual transmission in NEUTRAL before...
Page 364 4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on the CAUTION: (Continued) other vehicle. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) and a remote negative (−) jump Be sure the batteries have enough water. starting terminal.
Page 365 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 366 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. and run the engine for a while. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the 11.
Page 367 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 368: Rear Axle
Rear Axle The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 mm to 10 mm) below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the rear axle. When to Check and Change Lubricant What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants hear an unusual noise.
Page 369: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check your front axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant A.
Page 370: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the front axle, you may need For the proper type of replacement bulbs, to add some lubricant. see Replacement Bulbs on page 374. When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant For any bulb changing procedure not listed to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the in this section, contact your dealer.
Page 371: Headlamps
Headlamps 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly A. Low-Beam Headlamp/Daytime Running and pull it straight out. Lamps (DRL) 4. Unplug the electrical connector from the old B. High-Beam Headlamp bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb socket. To replace one of these bulbs: 5.
Page 372: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Front Turn Signal, Parking and 5. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks. 6. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and turn it clockwise to secure. To replace one of these bulbs: 7.
Page 373: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
5. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly 2. Remove the and turn it clockwise to secure. two rear lamp assembly 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten screws near the the screws. tailgate latch. Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps A.
Page 374: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) License Plate Bulb Headlamps High-beam 9005 Low-beam/Daytime 9006 Running Lamp (DRL) Parking/Front Turn Signal 3757KA 1. Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb Parking Lamp (Inboard) 3157A socket.
Page 375: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 442 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 454.
Page 376 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the A. Claw in Notch way through the blade claws at the opposite B. Correct Installation end (B).
Page 377: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same have questions about your tire warranty and where danger as overloaded tires. The to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for resulting accident could cause serious details.
Page 378: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular Useful information about a tire is molded into tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type its sidewall. The examples below show a typical and service description.
Page 379 (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 380 Tire Size (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows The following illustration shows an example of a the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and typical passenger vehicle tire size. date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 381: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. to its width. The letter R means radial ply construction; the Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction;...
Page 382 DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall Maximum Inﬂation Pressure: The maximum of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance air pressure to which a cold tire may be inﬂated. with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) The maximum air pressure is molded onto the motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 383 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes passenger cars and some light duty trucks and called wear bars, that show across the tread of a multipurpose vehicles. tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 391.
Page 384: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the operate effectively. correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they are cold.
Page 385: Tire Pressure Monitor System
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly System (TPMS). This system uses radio and inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires sensor technology to check tire pressure levels.
Page 386 You may notice, during cooler weather conditions, As an added safety that the low tire pressure warning light and the feature, your vehicle has DIC LOW TIRE message may come on when the been equipped with a vehicle is ﬁrst started, and then turn off as you tire pressure monitoring start to drive.
Page 387 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a A Tire and Loading Information label, attached TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the to your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s system is not operating properly. The TPMS original equipment tires and the correct inﬂation malfunction indicator is combined with the low pressure for your vehicle’s tires when they tire pressure telltale.
Page 388 TPMS Sensor Identiﬁcation Codes The TPMS sensor matching procedure is outlined below: Each TPMS sensor has a unique identiﬁcation 1. Set the parking brake. code. Any time you replace one or more of 2. Turn the ignition switch to ON with the the TPMS sensors or rotate your vehicle’s tires, engine off.
Page 389 Federal Communications Step 2. To let air-pressure out of a tire you can use the pointed end of the valve cap, Commission (FCC) and Industry a pencil-style air pressure gage, or a key. and Science Canada 6. Proceed to the passenger’s side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5.
Page 390: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 391 and Wheel Replacement on page 396 for more information.
Page 391: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires CAUTION: One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to indicators, which will which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts appear when your tires become loose after time.
Page 392: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, Mixing tires could cause you to lose were designed to meet General Motors Tire control of your vehicle while driving.
Page 393 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Your vehicle may have a compact spare If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, tire and wheel assembly. If the vehicle the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop has a compact spare tire and wheel, cracks after many miles of driving. A tire they have the same overall diameter and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing as your vehicle’s full-size tires and...
Page 394: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels CAUTION: If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including If you add different sized wheels, your its braking, ride and handling characteristics, vehicle may not provide an acceptable stability, and resistance to rollover.
Page 395: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based Quality grades can be found where applicable on the wear rate of the tire when tested under on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government and maximum section width.
Page 396: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate the longest tire life and best overall performance.
Page 397 Each new wheel should have the same Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and problems with bearing life, brake cooling, be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance...
Page 398: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size If your vehicle has P225/75R15, P265/ combination and road conditions. Follow 75R15, P235/75R15, or P235/50R18 size that manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 399: If A Tire Goes Flat
Drive slowly and follow the chain Get the vehicle under control by steering the manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very the chains contacting your vehicle, stop bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently and retighten them.
Page 400: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on 3. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, your hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning be sure the transfer case is in a drive Flashers on page 162 for more information.
Page 401: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools When your vehicle has a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement The tools you will need are located under the of the wheel blocks. passenger’s seat. Crew Cab For crew cab models, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the driver’s side rear seat.
Page 402 For regular and 2. Turn the wing nut on the cover extended cab vehicles, counterclockwise to remove it. the jack and wheel For crew cab models, reach under the rear blocks are located seat to access the jack and wheel blocks. under the cover at the To reinstall the jack and wheel block assembly center of the vehicle...
Page 403 A. Jack Handle C. Extension Tool 2. Insert the hoist end (chiseled end) of the Extensions D. Wheel Wrench extension tool (C) through the hole in the rear bumper and into the funnel-shaped guide. B. Jack E. Wheel Blocks The chiseled end of the extension is used 1.
Page 404: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and 4. Tilt the retainer when the tire has Installing the Spare Tire been lowered, and slide it up the Use the following pictures and instructions as a cable so it can guide in removing the ﬂat tire and raising the vehicle. be pulled up through the wheel opening.
Page 405 1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel end of the wheel wrench (E) into one of the nuts by turning it counterclockwise. Do not slots on the wheel and gently prying the remove the wheel nuts yet.
Page 406 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Front Position Raising your vehicle with the jack 3.
Page 407 Front Position Rear Position If the ﬂat tire is on the front of the vehicle, If the ﬂat tire is on the rear, position the position the jack to the rear of the front tire jack under the rear axle and get as close in the pocket off of the frame.
Page 408 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take CAUTION: off the ﬂat tire. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 409 7. Remove any 9. Put the wheel nuts rust or dirt from back on with the the wheel bolts, rounded end of mounting surfaces the nuts toward the and spare wheel. wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held...
Page 410 Front Position Rear Position 10. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely.
Page 411 11. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly CAUTION: in a crisscross sequence as Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly shown by turning tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel the wheel wrench clockwise. to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 412: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: 1. Check under the Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist vehicle to see assembly that has a secondary latch system. if the cable end It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly ﬁtting is visible.
Page 413 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 401. 5. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed.
Page 414 12. Reinsert the jack handle into the jack. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. CAUTION: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack.
Page 415 13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while ﬁrmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand. If the spare tire is hanging from the cable, insert the hoist end of the extension into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to...
Page 416: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. and Tools 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the...
Page 417 3. Attach the wheel wrench and extensions together as shown. 4. Insert the hoist end of the extension through the hole in the rear bumper and into the funnel-shaped guide. 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire part way up. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening and the valve stem is pointed down.
Page 418 To store the tools, do the following: 1. Return the wheel wrench, jack extensions and the storage bag to the locations described under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 401. 2. Install the wheel blocks ﬁrst. Then install the jack. 3.
Page 419 A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Wing Nut Regular/Extended Cab Crew Cab A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Wing Nut...
Page 420: Spare Tire
Spare Tire For heavy payloads or towing, and for low traction or four-wheel-drive conditions, repair or replace Compact Spare Tire the full-size tire. Of course, it is best to replace your vehicle’s spare with a full-size tire as soon Your vehicle may have a compact spare tire. as you can.
Page 421 Full-Size Spare Tire Notice: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed Your vehicle may have a full-size spare tire, on your vehicle, do not drive in four-wheel which, when new, was fully inﬂated. A spare drive until you can have your ﬂat tire repaired tire may lose air over time, so check its inﬂation and/or replaced.
Page 422: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Notice: If you use abrasive cleaners when Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you best if it is cleaned often.
Page 423: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush • Never use a knife or any other sharp object attachment frequently to remove dust and loose to remove a soil from any interior surface. dirt.
Page 424: Leather
Leather 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild process that was used with plain water.
Page 425: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Care of Safety Belts Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is CAUTION: necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 426: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. surface of the vehicle.
Page 427: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint damaging protective trim, never use auto or ﬁnish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean waxes and polishes that are made for a aluminum.
Page 428: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Do not use strong Wheels and Trim soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning Your vehicle may have either aluminum or brushes on them because you could damage chrome-plated wheels.
Page 429: Tires
Tires Finish Damage To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches cleaner. in the ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing develop into major repair expense.
Page 430: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals used for ice and snow removal Some weather and atmospheric conditions can and dust control can collect on the underbody. create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the develop on the underbody parts such as fuel vehicle.
Page 431: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light surface contamination. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Tar and Road Removes tar, road oil, Oil Remover and asphalt.
Page 432: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) •...
Page 433: Windshield Wiper Fuses
Windshield Wiper Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 434 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Daylight Running Lamps Air Conditioning Control Head, Power Seats AUX PWR 1 Accessory Power 1 Power Seat Circuit Breaker STOP Brake Switch, Stoplamps PWR/SEAT (If Equipped) BLWR Climate Control Fan RT HDLP Passenger’s Side Headlamp S/ROOF Sunroof (If Equipped)
Page 435 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage LT HDLP Driver’s Side Headlamp Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), ABS module, Four-Wheel Drive, AUX PWR 2 Accessory Power 2 Gravity Sensor FOG/LAMP Fog Lamps (If Equipped) BCK/UP Back-up Lights A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor FRT/AXLE Front Axle Actuator Wiper/Washer Switch TRN/HAZRD Rear Turn/Hazard Lights...
Page 436 Fuses Usage Relays Usage Driver’s Side Rear Taillamp, Front Parking Lamp Fuse, PRK/LAMP REAR PRK Passenger Side Airbag Indicator Rear Parking Lamps LAMP2 Lighting, Instrument Panel Dimming HDLP Headlamps Power (2WD/4WD switch lighting) FOG/LAMP Fog Lamps (If Equipped) CLSTR Cluster FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump, Fuel Pump Fuse TRN/HAZRD...
Page 437: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate conversion capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 452 for more information. Capacities and Speciﬁcations Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a caution label located under the hood.
Page 438 Capacities and Speciﬁcations (cont’d) Capacities Application English Metric Transmission (Drain and Reﬁll) Automatic 5.0 qt 4.7 L Manual 2.3 qt 2.2 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual.
Page 439: Maintenance Schedule
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........ 440 Owner Checks and Services ..... 447 Introduction ..........440 At Each Fuel Fill ........448 Maintenance Requirements ......440 At Least Once a Month ......448 Your Vehicle and the Environment .... 440 At Least Once a Year .......
Page 440: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep Introduction your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level maintenance is important. Improper vehicle and change as recommended.
Page 441 So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to CAUTION: keep your vehicle in good condition, see your ® GM Goodwrench dealer. Performing maintenance work on a This schedule is for vehicles that: vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 442: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information When the CHANGE OIL message comes on, it on page 476. means that service is required for your vehicle. Owner Checks and Services on page 447 tells See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 202.
Page 443 When the CHANGE OIL message appears, Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the certain services, checks, and inspections are CHANGE OIL message comes on within required. Required services are described in the 10 months since the vehicle was purchased following for “Maintenance I”...
Page 444: Additional Required Services
Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” • • in this section. • Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). • Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). • Inspect wiper blades.
Page 445 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. • • • See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 338. Change automatic transmission •...
Page 446: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (d) Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for blades, if contaminated. Replace wiper blades proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, that are worn or damaged. See Windshield etc.
Page 447: Owner Checks And Services
Lubricate hood safety lever pivot and prop rod (i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This pivot and tailgate latch bolt, handle assembly pivot service can be complex; you should have points, and hinges. More frequent lubrication your dealer/retailer perform this service. See may be required when exposed to a corrosive Engine Coolant on page 345 for what to use.
Page 448: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month It is important to perform these underhood Tire Inﬂation Check checks at each fuel ﬁll. Inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they Engine Oil Level Check are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire.
Page 449: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should Starter Switch Check start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer/retailer for service.
Page 450 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON, but do not start the engine. Without applying the Control System Check regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever CAUTION: moves out of PARK (P), contact your dealer/ retailer for service.
Page 451 Parking Brake and Automatic Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check brake, set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: CAUTION: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Page 452: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, System Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, in Canada 89021186). part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic from your dealer/retailer.
Page 453 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Synchromesh Transmission Fluid Hood and Transfer Case (GM Part No. U.S. 12345349, Door Hinges, in Canada 10953465). Body Door Hinge Pins, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Chassis Lubricant Liftgate Hinge (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Rear Driveline (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in and Linkage, in Canada 10953474).
Page 454: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. ® Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15202408 A1624C Engine Oil Filter 2.9L Engine 88984215 PF46 3.7L Engine 89017342...
Page 455: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.9L and 3.7L Engines...
Page 456: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 440. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 447 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 457 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 458 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 459: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ..460 Reporting Safety Defects ......475 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ....460 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ......... 463 United States Government ..... 475 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Telephone (TTY) Users ......
Page 460: Customer Assistance And Information
STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern Information cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling Customer Satisfaction Procedure 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact General...
Page 461 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program Motors and your dealer are committed to making using the toll-free telephone number or write sure you are completely satisﬁed with your them at the following address: new vehicle.
Page 462 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event For further information concerning eligibility that you do not feel your concerns have been in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration addressed after following the procedure outlined in Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Alternatively, you may call the General Motors Limited wants you to be aware of its participation...
Page 463: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section Online Owner Center of gmcanada.com where you can save information (United States only) on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs.
Page 464: Customer Assistance For Text
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 toll-free number for assistance. However, if a 1908 Colonel Sam Drive customer wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 the letter should be addressed to: www.gmcanada.com United States — Customer Assistance...
Page 465: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, Paseo de la Reforma # 2740...
Page 466: Roadside Assistance Program
Lock-out service will be covered at no charge if As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside A remote unlock may be available if you have Assistance program.
Page 467 Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance In many instances, mechanical failures are (Canada only): In the event of a warranty covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper related vehicle disablement, while en route and warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty over 250 kilometres from original point of...
Page 468 For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited please provide the following to the Roadside reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement Assistance Representative: to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in •...
Page 469: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, To enhance your ownership experience, we and contact your dealer and request an appointment. our participating dealers are proud to offer By scheduling a service appointment and Courtesy Transportation, a customer support advising your service consultant of your program for new vehicles.
Page 470 Transportation Options for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited Warranty service can generally be completed reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses while you wait. However, if you are unable to may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience actual costs and be supported by original receipts.
Page 471: Collision Damage Repair
Additional Program Information Collision Parts All program options, such as shuttle service, Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made may not be available at every dealer. Please with the same materials and construction methods contact your dealer for speciﬁc information as the parts with which your vehicle was about availability.
Page 472 Insuring Your Vehicle Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with and may not have been tested for your vehicle. comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality premature durability/corrosion problems, and may of coverage afforded by various insurance policy...
Page 473 If an Accident Occurs • If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Here is what to do if you are involved in an Get a card from the tow truck operator or accident.
Page 474 • Managing the Vehicle Damage If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you Repair Process through the information they will need. If In the event that your vehicle requires damage they ask for a police report, phone or go to repairs, GM recommends that you take an active the police department headquarters the role in its repair.
Page 475: Reporting Safety Defects
If another party’s insurance company is paying To contact NHTSA, you may call the for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at a repair valuation based on that insurance 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); company’s collision policy repair limits, as you go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 476: General Motors
Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair hope you will notify General Motors. Please information on engines, transmission, axle call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division...
Page 477 Service Bulletins Owner Information Service Bulletins give technical service Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for information needed to knowledgeably service owners and intended to provide basic operational General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin information about the vehicle. The owner manual contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Page 478: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Vehicle Data Recording Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Privacy Eastern Time Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated For Credit Card Orders Only computers that record information about the (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. vehicle’s performance and how it is driven.
Page 479: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders To retrieve this data, special equipment and access to the vehicle or the module that stores Some information about your vehicle’s performance the data are required. Certain data may also and how it is driven may be recorded on various ®...
Page 480: Onstar
OnStar Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID) ® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe ® to the OnStar services, please refer to the RFID technology is used in some vehicles for ® OnStar Terms and Conditions for information functions such as tire pressure monitoring ®...
Page 481 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............ 244 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..... 324 Anti-Lock Brake System ......251 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ..190 Vehicle ............95 Appearance Care Additives, Fuel ..........326 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..428 Add-On Electrical Equipment .......
Page 482 Audio System ..........206 Battery Warning Light ........188 AM-FM Radio .......... 209 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ....283 Care of Your CD Player ......243 Brake Care of Your CDs ........243 Emergencies ..........253 Chime Level Adjustment ......244 Parking ............
Page 483 Child Restraints (cont.) Older Children ........... 44 Calibration .......... 142, 145 Securing a Child Restraint in a California Fuel ..........326 Rear Seat Position ......... 69 California Proposition 65 Warning ....324 Securing a Child Restraint in the Canadian Owners ........... 3 Center Front Seat Position .....
Page 484 Climate Control System ....... 177 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Outlet Adjustment ........180 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ..465 Clock ............208 Reporting Safety Defects to Clutch, Hydraulic ......... 344 General Motors ........476 Collision Damage Repair ......471 Reporting Safety Defects to the Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ....
Page 485 Door Locks ............106 EDR ............478 Power Door Locks ........107 Electrical System Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..108 Add-On Equipment ........432 Rear Door Security Locks ......108 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ..... 433 Rear Doors ..........109 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......
Page 486 Event Data Recorders ......... 479 Fog Lamp Exit Lighting ..........175 Fog ............173 Extender, Safety Belt ........43 Four-Wheel Drive ....... 129, 368 Exterior Cargo Lamps ......... 174 Front Armrest Storage Area ......154 Exterior Lamps ..........170 Front Axle ........... 369 Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps ......
Page 487 Heated Seats ..........11 Heater ............177 Gage Highbeam On Light ........196 Engine Coolant Temperature ....191 Highway Hypnosis ........284 Fuel ............197 Hill and Mountain Roads ......284 Speedometer ........... 183 Hood Tachometer ..........183 Checking Things Under ......331 Gasoline Release ...........
Page 488 Light (cont.) Brake System Warning ......189 Jump Starting ..........362 Cruise Control .......... 196 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator .... 197 Highbeam On .......... 196 Malfunction Indicator ........ 192 Keyless Entry System ......... 102 Oil Pressure ..........195 Keys ............101 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ....
Page 489 Locks Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Door ............106 Scheduled Maintenance ......442 Lockout Protection ........109 Using ............440 Power Door ..........107 Your Vehicle and the Environment .... 440 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..108 Malfunction Indicator Light ......192 Rear Door Security Locks ......
Page 490 Outlets Accessory Power ........176 Navigation System, Privacy ......480 Outside New Vehicle Break-In ........118 Convex Mirror .......... 148 Normal Maintenance Manual Mirrors ......... 147 Replacement Parts ........454 Power Mirrors .......... 148 Owner Checks and Services ....... 447 Owners, Canadian ..........
Page 491 ® Passlock ............ 117 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ....299 Radiator Pressure Cap ........ 348 Power Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID), Door Locks ..........107 Privacy ............. 480 Lumbar Controls ........11 Radios ............206 Retained Accessory (RAP) ....... 121 AM-FM Radio ..........
Page 492 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Restraint System Check Compass and Temperature Display .... 145 Checking the Restraint Systems ....96 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming Replacing Restraint System Parts ® with OnStar , Compass and After a Crash ......... 96 Temperature Display ........ 142 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....
Page 493 Safety Belts (cont.) Seats (cont.) Driver Position ........... 26 Rear Seat Operation ......17, 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .... 26 Reclining Seatbacks ........12 Questions and Answers About Seatback Latches ........16 Safety Belts ..........25 Secondary Latch System ......412 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....
Page 494 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ......34 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ....164 Tachometer ..........183 Sliding Rear Windows ......... 114 Tailgate ............110 Spare Tire ........... 420 Taillamps Installing ..........404 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Removing ..........401 Back-up Lamps ........373 Storing .............
Page 495 Tires (cont.) Traction Different Size ........... 394 Control System (TCS) ......253 If a Tire Goes Flat ........399 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ......254 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ......384 Trailer Inspection and Rotation ......390 Recommendations ........320 Installing the Spare Tire ......404 Transmission Pressure Monitor System ......
Page 496 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ..... 396 Vehicle Different Size ........... 394 Control ............. 250 Replacement ..........396 Damage Warnings ........5 Where to Put the Restraint ......54 Loading ............ 293 Windows ............. 112 Parking Your ..........137 Manual ............. 112 Symbols ............