Chevrolet 2007 Yukon XL Denali Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1Front Seats... 9Rear Seats...

Power SeatsIf the vehicle has power seats, the controls usedto operate them are located on the outboardside of the seats.To adjust the seat, do any of

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occurfrom the

The passenger sensing system works with sensorsthat are part of the right front passenger’s seat andsafety belt. The sensors are designed to detect th

The passenger sensing system is designed to turnoff the right front passenger’s airbag if:• the right front passenger seat is unoccupied• the system d

If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right frontpassenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it couldbe because that person is not sitting p

Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers,can affect how well the passenger sensing systemoperates. You may want to consider not usingseat covers or

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to the frontor sides of the vehicle that could keep theairbags from wo

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminderlight and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,re

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systemsin your vehicle. A damaged restraintsystem may not prope

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Keys ...111Remote Keyless Entry System ...112Remote Keyless Entry System O

Power LumbarIf the seats have power lumbar, the controls usedto operate this feature are located on theoutboard side of the seats.• To increase lumbar

Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...165Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ...166Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors ...166

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with theignition key is dangerous for manyreasons. They could operate the powerwindows or other controls or

Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition, all door locks,and the spare tire hoistlock if your vehiclehas one.If you ever lose your keys, y

At times you may notice a decrease in operatingrange. This is normal for any remote keyless entrysystem. If the transmitter does not work or if youhav

The following functions may be available if yourvehicle has the remote keyless entry system:/(Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle hasthis feature,

m (Liftglass): Press and hold this button onthe RKE transmitter to open the liftglass.% (Power Liftgate): Press and hold this buttonon the RKE transmi

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your RKEtransmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitt

3. Slide the new battery into the transmitter withthe positive side of the battery facing down.Use a type CR2032 battery, or equivalenttype. Make sure

To start the vehicle using the remote start feature,do the following:1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock

The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key isin the ignition, the hood is not closed, or ifthere is an emission control system malfunction.Also,

Heated SeatsIf the seats have theheated seat feature, thebuttons used tocontrol this feature arelocated on the frontdoors near thedoor handle.I(Heated

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especiallychildren — can easily open thedoors and fall out of a movin

Power Door LocksThe power door lock switches are located on thearmrest on the front doors.K(Unlock): Press the side of the switch with theunlock symbo

Rear Door Security LocksYour vehicle has rear door security locks. Theseprevent passengers from opening the reardoors from the inside.The rear door se

If the passenger’s side power door lock switch ispressed when the front passenger’s door isopen and the key is in the ignition, all of the doorswill l

To unlock the liftgate, use the power door lockswitch or press the door unlock button onthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.See Remote Ke

Power LiftgatePower Liftgate OperationYour vehicle may have a power liftgate. Thevehicle must be in PARK (P) to power open orclose the liftgate.The li

The liftgate can be power opened by pressing thetouchpad switch on the liftgate handle. Pressthe button a second time during liftgate operationto reve

Obstacle Detection FeaturesIf the liftgate encounters an obstacle during apower open or close cycle, a warning chime willsound and the liftgate will a

It is not recommended that you drive with theliftgate open, however, if you must drive with theliftgate open, the power liftgate should be switchedto

Power Running BoardsYour vehicle may have power running boards.These make getting into and out of the vehicleeasier.The power running boards activate

Memory Seat, Mirrors, and PedalsYour vehicle may have the memory package.The controls for thisfeature are located onthe driver’s doorpanel, and are us

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or petsin a vehicle with the windows closed isdangerous. They can be overcome by theextreme heat an

Power WindowsThe power window controls are located on each ofthe side doors.The driver’s door has a switch for the passengerand rear windows also. The

Sun VisorsPull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach thesun visor from the center mount and slide italong the rod from side-to-side to cover the d

If a door is opened without using the RKEtransmitter, a ten second pre-alarm will occur.The horn will chirp and the lights will flash. If thekey is not

PASS-Key®III+The PASS-Key®III+ system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with IndustryCanada.Thi

If the engine still does not start, and the keyappears to be undamaged, try another ignition key.At this time, you may also want to check the fuse,see

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need anelaborate break-in. But it will perform better inthe long r

Ignition PositionsUse the key to turn the ignition switch to fourdifferent positions.A (LOCK): This position locks the ignition andtransmission. It is

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory Power(RAP) feature which will allow certain features onyour vehicle to continue to

2. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds,push the accelerator pedal all the way to thefloor, while you hold the ignition key inSTART. When the

If something has blocked the driver’s seat and/orthe adjustable pedals while recalling a memoryposition, the driver’s seat and/or the adjustablepedals

Adjustable Throttle and Brake PedalIf your vehicle has this feature, you can changethe position of the throttle and brake pedals.The switch used toadj

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electricalcord. The cord is located on the driver’sside of the

Automatic Transmission OperationThere are several different positions for theshift lever.Your vehicle has an automatic transmission withan electronic

{CAUTION:If you have four-wheel drive, your vehiclewill be free to roll — even if your shiftlever is in PARK (P) — if your transfercase is in NEUTRAL.

DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving.It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle.If you need more power for passing, and you are:• Go

Notice: Spinning the tires or holding thevehicle in one place on a hill using onlythe accelerator pedal may damage thetransmission. If you are stuck,

When Tow/Haul modeis selected the Tow/Haulindicator light willcome on.The Tow/Haul mode works with the Autoride®feature, if the vehicle has this, to e

You can choose among four driving settings:2m (Two-Wheel Drive High): This setting isused for driving in most street and highwaysituations. Your front

Indicator lights in the button will come on to showwhich setting you are in. The indicator lightswill come on briefly when you turn on the ignitionand

It is typical for your vehicle to exhibit significantengagement noise and bump when shiftingbetween Four-Wheel Drive Low and Four-WheelDrive High range

Reclining SeatbacksManual Reclining Seatbacks{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if youtry to adjust a manual driver’s seat whilethe vehicle

Shifting into NEUTRALTo shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do thefollowing:1. Make sure the vehicle is parked so that it willnot roll.2. Set the parki

This will protect the transfer case from possibledamage and will only allow the transfer case torespond to one shift per 10 seconds. The transfercase

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of yourvehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyse

CAUTION: (Continued)If you have four-wheel drive and yourtransfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehiclewill be free to roll, even if your shift leveris in

Shifting Out of Park (P)Automatic TransmissionYour vehicle has an automatic transmission shiftlock control system which locks the shift leverin PARK (

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains thegas carbon monoxide (CO), which youcannot see or smell. It can causeunconsciousness and

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

{CAUTION:Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfercase in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle toroll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P).So, be sure

Temperature and Compass DisplayPress the on/off button, located to the far left, brieflyto turn the compass/temperature display on or off.If the displa

• The compass does not display the correctheading and the compass zone varianceis set correctly.In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in themir

To return the seatback to an upright position, dothe following:1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure tothe seatback and the seatback will

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel orsimilar material dampened with glass cleaner.Do not spray glass cleaner directly on t

Automatic Dimming Mirror OperationO: Press this button to turn the automaticdimming feature on or off. The indicator light tothe left of the button wi

Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving thefactory. It will be necessary to adjust the compassto compensate for compass variance

Cleaning the MirrorUse a paper towel or similar material dampenedwith glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleanerdirectly on the mirror as that may caus

Your vehicle may have outside heated mirrorswhich help clear them of condensation, snow, andice. When the rear window defogger button ispressed, the h

Outside Power Foldaway MirrorsIf your vehicle isequipped with outsidepower foldaway mirrors,the controls arelocated on the driver’sdoor armrest.• Pres

The mirrors may also include ground illuminationlamps in the base of the mirror. These lampshelp you see the area near the base of the frontdoors when

Outside Heated MirrorsThe vehicle may have outside heated mirrors whichhelp clear them of condensation, snow, and ice.When the rear window defogger bu

Safe & Sound Plan•Advanced Automatic Crash Notification• Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Assistance• Stole

OnStar®Steering Wheel ControlsYour vehicle may beequipped with aTalk/Mute button thatcan be used to interactwith OnStar®.See Audio Steering Wheel Cont

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when yourvehicle is in motion can be dangerous.Even if you buckle up, your safety beltscannot do their job whe

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterferenc

Be sure that people and objects are clear ofthe garage door or gate operator you areprogramming. When programming a garage door,it is advised to park

5. Press and hold the newly-trained UniversalHome Remote button and observe theindicator light.If the indicator light stays on constantly,programming

Gate Operator and CanadianProgrammingCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmittersignals to time out or quit after several secondsof transmission

Reprogramming a Single UniversalHome Remote ButtonTo program a device to Universal Home Remoteusing a Universal Home Remote buttonpreviously trained,

Center Console Storage AreaYour vehicle may have a console compartmentwith cupholders between the bucket seats.To open it, press the button and lift t

• If you need to carry long items, move thecrossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie theload to the crossrails and the siderails orsiderail support

To use the cover, do the following:1. Pull the cover handle toward the rear of thevehicle.2. Latch the cover posts into the retainingsockets on the ca

Cargo Tie DownsYour vehicle may beequipped with cargo tiedowns in the rearcargo area that allowyou to strap cargoin and keep it frommoving inside thev

To adjust the system from the upper guide to thelower guide, do the following:1. Squeeze and hold the release lever, or slidethe tab towards the insid

Head RestraintsAdjust the head restraint so that the top of therestraint is at the same height as the top ofthe occupant’s head. This position reduces

The cargo management system can be removedfrom the vehicle. This procedure should becompleted by two people. While squeezing therelease lever, pull th

SunroofYour vehicle may be equipped with a powersliding sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, theignition needs to be turned to ON, or theRetained Ac

Vent: To vent the sunroof, press the rear of thepassenger’s side switch. To stop the sunroofpartway, press the switch a second time. To closethe sunro

Instrument Panel Overview ...186Hazard Warning Flashers ...188Other Warning Devices ...

Brake System Warning Light ...232Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...233StabiliTrak®Indicator Light ...

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Instrument Panel OverviewUnited States version shown; Canada similar186

A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment onpage 220.B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See TurnSignal/Multifunction Lever on page 190.C. Instrument Pane

Hazard Warning FlashersThe hazard warning flashers warn others.They also let police know you have a problem.Your front and rear turn signal lamps will

HornTo sound the horn, press the center pad on thesteering wheel.Tilt WheelYour vehicle has a tilt wheel, that lets you adjustthe steering wheel befor

Center SeatYour vehicle may have a front center seat. Theseatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when t

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:G (Turn and Lane Change Signals): SeeTurn and L

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) andtwo downward (for left) positions. These positionsallow you to signal a turn

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer53(Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer):To change the headlamps from low to high beam,push the lever toward the instrument pa

N(Delay): You can set the wiper speed for along or short delay between wiping cycles.This can be very useful in light rain or snow.Turn the band to ch

Windshield Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use yourwasher until the windshield is warmed.Otherwise the washer fluid can form iceon the winds

Rear Window Wiper/Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use yourwasher until the windshield is warmed.Otherwise the washer fluid can form iceon th

Cruise Control{CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous whereyou cannot drive safely at a steady speed.So, do not use your cruise control onwinding roa

+ RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press this buttonto make the vehicle accelerate or resume toa previously set speed.SET − (Set): Press this button to set th

Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desiredspeed and then you apply the brake. This shuts offthe cruise control. But you do n

Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control will work on hillsdepends upon your speed, load, and the steepnessof the hills. When going u

Bulb Replacement... 478Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement... 481Tires...

60/40 Split Bench Seat(Second Row)If your vehicle has a 60/40 split bench, the seat(s)can be folded for additional cargo space orfolded and tumbled fo

AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to thisposition to automatically turn on the headlamps atnormal brightness, together with the following:• Parking L

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easierfor others to see the front of your vehicle duringthe day. DRL can be helpful

The DRL and automatic headlamp system will onlybe affected when the light sensor sees a change inlighting lasting longer than the delay.If you start y

Auxiliary Roof Mounted LampIf your vehicle has this feature, this button includeswiring provisions for a dealer or a qualifiedservice center to install

Dome Lamp OverrideE (Dome Lamp Override): Press the domeoverride button, located next to the exterior lampscontrol, to keep the dome lamps off when ad

Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA)If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA) system it is designed to help youpark while in Revers

The display is locatednear the passenger siderear window and canbe seen by looking overyour right shoulder.The display has three color-coded lights.Th

How the System Works when BackingIf the shift lever is in REVERSE (R), URPA detectsobjects close to the rear bumper. The first time anobject is detecte

• The ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean.So, be sure to keep your vehicle’s rear bumperfree of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Forcleaning instruc

If you experience a problem, see your dealer foradditional information on the accessorypower plugs.The accessory power outlets are powered, evenwith t

The seatback will fold forward automatically.Leaving the seatback in this position creates aflat load floor.If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating,cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of yourvehicle.Manual Opera

9 (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase or decrease the fanspeed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwiseto turn the f

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of the windows is a result ofhigh humidity (moisture) condensing on thecool window glass. This can be minimi

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.< (Rear Window Defogger): Press this buttonon th

Driver’s Side Temperature ControlThe driver’s side temperature buttons are used toadjust the temperature of the air coming throughthe system on the dr

Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic): When automatic operationis active the system will control the insidetemperature, the air delivery, and the fan sp

O (On/Off): Press this button to turn off theclimate control system. Outside air will still enterthe vehicle, and will be directed to the floor.This di

) (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the airto the instrument panel outlets and to the flooroutlets. The flow can be divided between vent andfloor out

Air Conditioning#(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turnthe air conditioning (A/C) compressor on andoff. When air conditioning is selected, an i

0 (Defrost): Press this button to remove fog orfrost from the windshield more quickly. Thismode directs a portion of the air to the windshieldand side

Returning the Seat(s) to the SittingPositionTo return the seat to the sitting position, do thefollowing:1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the

Outlet AdjustmentUse the air outlets located in the center and onthe side of your instrument panel to directthe airflow.Operation Tips•Keep the hood an

Fan KnobTurn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwiseto increase or decrease the fan speed. Turnthe knob all the way counterclockwise to turn there

Rear Air Conditioning and HeatingSystem and Electronic ClimateControlsIf your vehicle has this system, the rear heat andair conditioning controls are

Automatic OperationAUTO: Press the mode button until this setting isselected to control the inside temperature, theair delivery, and the fan speed. AU

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gageson your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them.Warning lig

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You willknow how fast you are goi

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour(km/h). Your odometer shows how fa

Passenger Safety Belt ReminderLightSeveral seconds after the key is turned to RUN orSTART, a chime will sound for several secondsto remind the front p

If the airbag readiness light stays on after youstart the vehicle or comes on when you are driving,your airbag system may not work properly.Have your

If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on thepassenger airbag status indicator, it means thatthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled(may

Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from theThird Row Seats{CAUTION:Be sure to return the seat to the passengerseating position when finished. Push andpul

If, after several seconds, all status indicator lightsremain on, or if there are no lights at all, theremay be a problem with the lights or the passen

Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignitionis in RUN, this gageshows your battery’sstate of charge inDC volts.When the engine is ru

Brake System Warning LightWith the ignition on, the brake system warninglight will come on when you set the parking brake.If you try to drive with the

Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light willcome on when you startyour engine and maystay on for severalseconds.

StabiliTrak®Indicator LightIf equipped, this warninglight should come onbriefly when the engineis started.If the warning light does not come on then, h

Tire Pressure LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turnthe ignition to RUN.This light will also come on when one or more ofyour tires are signi

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle has acomputer whichmonitors operation ofthe fuel, ignition,and emission controlsystems.This s

This light should come on, as a check to showyou it is working, when the ignition is on and theengine is not running. If the light does notcome on, ha

If the Light Is On SteadyYou may be able to correct the emission systemmalfunction by considering the following:Did you recently put fuel into your ve

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments haveor may begin programs to inspect the emissioncontrol equip

Automatic Release Fold and TumbleFeatureThe transmission must be in PARK (P) for thisfeature to work.Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s){CAUTION:Automati

A reading in the low pressure zone may becaused by a dangerously low oil level or someother problem causing low oil pressure. Checkyour oil as soon as

This light tells you ifthere could be aproblem with yourengine oil pressure.This light will come on briefly when you start yourengine. That is a check

Cruise Control LightThis light comes onwhenever you set yourcruise control.The light will go out when the cruise control isturned off. See Cruise Cont

Fuel GageThe fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells youabout how much fuel you have left in your tank.The gage will first indicate empty before youa

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).The DIC displays information about your vehicle.It also displays war

DIC ButtonsThe buttons are thetrip/fuel, vehicleinformation,customization, andset/reset buttons. Thebutton functionsare detailed in thefollowing pages

Trip/Fuel Menu Items3(Trip/Fuel): Press this button to scrollthrough the following menu items:OdometerPress the trip/fuel button until ODOMETERdisplay

Fuel RangePress the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGEdisplays. This display shows the approximatenumber of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km)the

TimerPress the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays.This display can be used as a timer.To start the timer, press the set/reset button whileTIMER is

Vehicle Information Menu ItemsT(Vehicle Information): Press this button toscroll through the following menu items:Oil LifePress the vehicle informatio

Returning the Seat(s) to the SittingPositionTo return the seat to the sitting position, do thefollowing:1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the

If a low or high tire pressure condition is detectedby the system while driving, a message advisingyou to check the pressure in a specific tirewill app

DIC Operation and Displays(Without DIC Buttons)If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons, theinformation below explains the operation ofthis system.Th

The trip odometer has a feature called theretro-active reset. This can be used to set the tripodometer to the number of miles (kilometers)driven since

Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE displayyourself after each oil change. It will not resetitself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFEdispla

LanguageThis display allows you to select the language inwhich the DIC messages will appear. To selecta language, do the following:1. Press the trip o

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONThis message will display when the engine oilneeds to be changed. When you change theengine oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENG

ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning)TURNED OFFThis message will display when the engine coolantbecomes hotter than the normal operatingtemperature. See E

ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINENotice: If you drive your vehicle while theengine is overheating, severe engine damagemay occur. If an overheat warning a

LEFT REAR DOOR OPENIf the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed andthe vehicle is in a drive gear, this message willdisplay and a chime will sou

REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVEThis message will display while you are matchinga remote keyless entry transmitter to yourvehicle. See “Matching Transmitter

Folding and Tumbling the Second RowSeat(s) from the Third Row Seats orOutside{CAUTION:Be sure to return the seat to thepassenger seating position when

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGINGSYSTEMOn some vehicles, if there is a problem with thebattery charging system, this message will display.Under certain conditi

SERVICE STABILITRAKIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®and this messagedisplays, it means there may be a problem with theStabiliTrak®system. If you see th

SERVICE TRACTION CONTROLIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message willdisplay when there is a problem with the tractioncontrol system. When this

TIGHTEN GAS CAPIf the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly,this message may display along with the checkengine light on the instrument panel c

TURN SIGNAL ONIf a turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km),this message will display and a chime willsound. Move the turn signal/multifuncti

Entering the Feature Settings Menu1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle inPARK (P).2. Press the customization button to scrollthrough the avai

AUTO DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to select when the vehicle’sdoors will automatically lock. See ProgrammableAutomatic Door Locks on page 121 for

NO CHANGE: No change will be made to thisfeature. The current setting will remain.Choose one of the available settings and pressthe set/reset button w

REMOTE DOOR UNLOCKThis feature allows you to select the type offeedback you will receive when unlocking thevehicle with the remote keyless entry trans

Press the customization button until DELAYDOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Pressthe set/reset button once to access the settingsfor this feature.

Reclining SeatbacksTo recline the seatback, do the following:1. Lift the lever located on the outboard side ofthe seat.2. Move the seatback to the des

APPROACH LIGHTINGThis feature allows you to select whether or not tohave the exterior lights turn on briefly duringlow light periods after unlocking th

PARK TILT MIRRORSIf your vehicle has this feature, it allows you toselect whether or not the outside mirror(s)will automatically tilt down when the ve

EASY EXIT SEATIf your vehicle has this feature, it allows you toselect your preference for the automatic easy exitseat feature. See Memory Seat, Mirro

REMOTE STARTIf your vehicle has this feature, it allows you toturn the remote start off or on. The remotestart feature allows you to start the engine

EXIT FEATURE SETTINGSThis feature allows you to exit the featuresettings menu.Press the customization button until PRESSV TOEXIT FEATURE SETTINGS appe

{CAUTION:This system provides you with a fargreater access to audio stations and songlistings. Giving extended attention toentertainment tasks while d

Notice: The chime signals related to safetybelts, parking brake, and other functionsof your vehicle operate through theradio/entertainment system. If

Changing the Time and Date DefaultSettingsYou can change the time default setting from12 hours to 24 hours or change the date defaultsetting from mont

Changing the Time and Date DefaultSettingsYou can change the time default setting from12 hours to 24 hours or change the date defaultsetting from mont

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System(RDS). The RDS feature is available for use onlyon FM stations that broadcast RDS infor

Manual Fold and Tumble FeatureFolding and Tumbling the Seat(s)To fold and tumble the seat, do the following:1. Make sure that there is nothing under,i

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between AM,FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display willshow the selection.f (Tune): Turn this knob to

FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stationscan be programmed as favorites using thesix pushbuttons positioned below the radio stationfrequency labels an

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, orTreble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble,press the tune knob until the tone control

Finding a Category (CAT) StationCAT (Category): The CAT button is used to findXM™ stations when the radio is in the XM™mode. To find XM™ channels within

Radio MessagesCalibration Error: The audio system has beencalibrated for your vehicle from the factory.If Calibration Error appears on the display, it

If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD inthe player, it will stay in the player. When theignition or radio is turned on, the CD willstart p

f (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on theCD currently playing.© SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to goto the start of the current track, if mo

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radiowhen a CD is playing. The CD will remain safelyinside the radio for future listening.CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliar

• Avoid subfolders. The system can support upto 8 subfolders deep, however, keep the totalnumber of folders to a minimum in order toreduce the complex

Empty Directory or FolderIf a root directory or a folder exists somewherein the file structure that contains onlyfolders/subfolders and no compressed fi

3. Lift the lever againto release the rearof the seat fromthe floor. The seatwill tumble forward.Returning the Seat(s) to the SittingPositionTo return

File System and NamingPreprogrammed PlaylistsYou can access preprogrammed playlists thatwere created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, orReal Jukebox™ softw

Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insertmore than one CD into the slot at a time, orattempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, youcould damage the

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold thisbutton to advance playback quickly within an MP3file. You will hear sound at a reduced volume.Release this but

To change from playback by artist to playback byalbum, press the pushbutton located below theSort By label. From the sort screen, push one ofthe butto

Using the Auxiliary Input JackYour radio system has an auxiliary input jacklocated on the lower right side of the faceplate.This is not an audio outpu

Radio with CD and DVD (MP3)If your vehicle has a Rear Seat Entertainment(RSE) system, your vehicle will have a CD/DVDradio. See Rear Seat Entertainmen

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States and in Canada (ifavailable). XM™ offers ov

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between AM,FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display willshow the selection.f (Tune): Turn this knob to

FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stationscan be programmed as favorites using thesix pushbuttons positioned below the radio stationfrequency labels an

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, orTreble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble,press the tune knob until the tone control

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and the nameYUKON are registered trademarks of GeneralMotors Corporation.This manual incl

Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from theThird Row Seats{CAUTION:Be sure to return the seat to the passengerseating position when finished. Push andpul

Finding a Category (CAT) StationCAT (Category): The CAT button is used to findXM™ stations when the radio is in the XM™mode. To find XM™ channels within

Radio MessagesCalibration Error: The audio system has beencalibrated for your vehicle from the factory. IfCalibration Error appears on the display, it

The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm)single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDsand the smaller CDs are loaded in the samemanner.If play

Z DVD (Eject): Press and release the DVDeject button to eject the CD that is currently playingin the top slot. You will hear a beep and EjectingDisc w

DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button tocycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary when listeningto the radio. The DVD/CD text label and a messageshowing

Using an MP3/WMA CD-R orCD-RW DiscCompressed Audio or Mixed Mode DiscsThe radio will also play discs that contain bothuncompressed CD audio (.CDA files

Root DirectoryThe root directory of the CD-R is treated as afolder. If the root directory has compressed audiofiles, the directory will be displayed as

File System and NamingThe song name that will be displayed will be thesong name that is contained in the ID3 tag.If the song name is not present in th

The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm)single CD-Rs with an adapter ring. Full-sizeCD-Rs and the smaller CD-Rs are loaded in thesame manner.I

Z DVD (Eject): Press and release the DVDeject button to eject the CD-R that is currentlyplaying in the top slot. You will hear a beep andEjecting Disc

Automatic Release Fold and TumbleFeatureThe transmission must be in PARK (P) for thisfeature to work.Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s){CAUTION:Automati

RDM (Random): With random, you can listen toMP3 files on the CD-R in random, rather thansequential order. To play MP3 files from the CD-Ryou are listeni

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radiowhen a CD or a DVD is playing. The CD or DVDwill remain safely inside the radio for futurelistening or v

If the CD is not playing correctly, for any otherreason, try a known good CD.If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannotbe corrected, contact

O (Power): Press this knob to turn the radio on.Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volumeor counterclockwise to decrease the volume.A single pre

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Press this button tofast forward the CD or DVD. The radio willdisplay the elapsed time and will fast forwardfive times the normal

If the DVD does not begin playing the movieautomatically, press the pushbutton located underthe play/pause symbol tag displayed on the radio.If the DV

qGroup r: Press this button to cycle throughmusical groupings on the DVD-A disc.Nav (Navigate): Press this button to displaydirectional arrows for nav

Ejecting a DiscPress the eject button on the radio to eject thedisc. If a disc is ejected from the radio, butnot removed, the radio will reload the di

O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase or decrease thevolume of the portable player. You may need to doadditional v

XM Radio MessagesRadio Display Message Condition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

Returning the Seat(s) to the SittingPositionTo return the seat to the sitting position, do thefollowing:1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the

Radio Display Message Condition Action RequiredNo Information No Text/Informationalmessage availableNo text or informational messages are available at

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may have a navigation radio system.The navigation system has built-in featuresintended to minimize driver distract

Parental ControlThe Rear Seat Entertainment System may have aParental Control feature, depending on whichradio you have. The Parental Control feature

HeadphonesThe RSE includes two 2–channel wirelessheadphones that are dedicated to this system.These headphones are used to listen to mediasuch as CDs,

The symbol R (Right) will appear on the upperright side, above the ear pad and should bepositioned on the right ear.Notice: Do not store the headphone

Audio/Video (A/V) JacksThe A/V jacks are located on the rear of the floorconsole. The A/V jacks allow audio or videosignals to be connected from an aux

How to Change the Video Format When inthe Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC.In some countries, the video format may beP

Video ScreenThe video screen is located in the RSE overheadconsole.To use the video screen, do the following:1. Push the release button located on the

Remote Control ButtonsO (Power): Press this button to turn the videoscreen on and off.P (Illumination): Press this button to turn theremote control ba

c (Stop): Press this button to stop playing,rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. Press thisbutton twice to return to the beginning of the DVD.s (Play/

2. Press the automaticseat release buttonlocated on thepanel behind therear doors.One press of thebutton automaticallyfolds the seatbackflat and tumble

{ (Subtitles): Press this button to turn ON/OFFsubtitles and to move through subtitle optionswhen a DVD is playing. The format and content ofthis func

DVD Display Error MessagesThe DVD display error message depends onwhich radio you have. The video screen maydisplay one of the following:Disc Load/Eje

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)This feature allows rear seat passengers to listento and control any of the music sources: radio,CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary so

©¨(Seek): When listening to FM, AM, or XM(if equipped), press the seek up or the seekdown arrow to go to the next or the previousstation or channels a

Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft ofyour vehicle’s radio. The feature worksautomatically by learning a portion of the V

g (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press and releasethis button to silence the vehicle speakers only.The audio of the wireless and wired headphones, ifyour v

AMThe range for most AM stations is greater than forFM, especially at night. The longer range cancause station frequencies to interfere with eachother

Care of the CD and DVD PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is notadvised, due to the risk of contaminating the lensof the CD optics with lubrica

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Your Driving, the Road, andYour Vehicle ...340Defensive Driving ...340Dr

Unfolding the Seatback(s)To return the seatback to the upright position, dothe following:1. Open the liftgate to access the controls forthe seat.2. Pu

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking anddriving is a national tragedy. It is the number onecontributor to the highway death toll,

According to the American Medical Association, a180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce(355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up witha B

But the ability to drive is affected well below aBAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows thatthe driving skills of many people are impaired at aBAC approa

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehiclego where you want it to go. They are the brakes,the steering, and the accelerator. Al

If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realisticfollowing distances, you will eliminate a lot ofunnecessary braking. That means better brakingand

Let us say the road is wet and you are drivingsafely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front ofyou. You slam on the brakes and continue braking.Here i

As you brake, your computer keeps receivingupdates on wheel speed and controls brakingpressure accordingly.Remember: ABS does not change the time youn

StabiliTrak®SystemYour vehicle may be equipped with theStabiliTrak®system which combines antilockbrake, traction and stability control systems andhelp

The traction controldisable button is locatedon the instrumentpanel below the climatecontrols.The traction control part of StabiliTrak®can beturned of

4. Unlatch the seat from the floor by lifting thelever located next to the carrying handle onthe rear of the seat near the bottom.5. Lift the rear of t

Traction Control OperationThe traction control system is part of theStabiliTrak®system. Traction control limits wheelspin by reducing engine power to

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because theengine stops or the system is not functioning, youcan steer but it will take much m

Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive”through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steadyspeed. Wait to accelerate until you are out ofthe curve, an

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder whileyou are driving.If the level of the shou

So here are some tips for passing:• Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sidesand to crossroads for situations that mightaffect your passing patter

• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulderand start your left lane change signal beforemoving out of the right lane to pass. When youare far enou

Remember: StabiliTrak®helps avoid only theacceleration skid. See StabiliTrak®Systemon page 348. If the StabiliTrak®System is off,then an acceleration

Off-road driving involves some new skills. And thatis why it is very important that you read thisguide. You will find many driving tips andsuggestions.

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-RoadDriving{CAUTION:• Cargo on the load floor piled higherthan the seatbacks can be thrownforward during a sudden stop. Yo

Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can provide wholesome andsatisfying recreation. However, it also raisesenvironmental concerns. We recognize the

Removing the Third Row SeatTo remove the seat, do the following:1. Open the liftgate to access the controls forthe seat.2. Fold the seatback forward u

Getting Familiar with Off-Road DrivingIt is a good idea to practice in an area that issafe and close to home before you go intothe wilderness. Off-roa

Scanning the TerrainOff-road driving can take you over many differentkinds of terrain. You need to be familiar withthe terrain and its many different

When you drive over bumps, rocks, or otherobstacles, your wheels can leave the ground.If this happens, even with one or two wheels, youcannot control

Approaching a HillWhen you approach a hill, you need to decide if itis one of those hills that is just too steep toclimb, descend, or cross. Steepness

Driving UphillOnce you decide you can safely drive up the hill,you need to take some special steps.• Use a low gear and get a firm grip on thesteering

Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or isabout to stall, and I cannot make it upthe hill?A: If this happens, there are some things youshould do,

Here are some things you must not do if you stall,or are about to stall, when going up a hill.• Never attempt to prevent a stall by shiftinginto NEUTR

Driving DownhillWhen off-roading takes you downhill, you will wantto consider a number of things:• How steep is the downhill? Will I be able tomaintai

Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill?A: It is much more likely to happen goinguphill. But if it happens going downhill, here iswhat to do.1. St

• Hidden obstacles can make the steepness ofthe incline even worse. If you drive across arock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhillwheels drop in

5. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into theupright position.{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it couldmove forward in a sudden stop or cr

Stalling on an InclineIf your vehicle stalls when you are crossing anincline, be sure you, and any passengers, get outon the uphill side, even if the

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or IceWhen you drive in mud, snow, or sand, yourwheels will not get good traction. You cannotaccelerate as quickly, turning

Driving in WaterHeavy rain can mean flash flooding, and floodwaters demand extreme caution.Find out how deep the water is before you drivethrough it. If

After Off-Road DrivingRemove any brush or debris that has collected onthe underbody, chassis, or under the hood.These accumulations can be a fire hazar

No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.But as we get older these differences increase.A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice asmuc

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble.On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turnas well because your ti

{CAUTION:Wet brakes can cause accidents. They willnot work as well in a quick stop and maycause pulling to one side. You could losecontrol of the vehi

Driving Through Deep Standing WaterNotice: If you drive too quickly through deeppuddles or standing water, water can come inthrough your engine’s air

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets isthe amount of traffic on them. You will wantto watch out for what the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of allroads. But they

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to usesafety belts properly. It also tells you some thingsyou sho

Once you are moving on the freeway, makecertain you allow a reasonable following distance.Expect to move slightly slower at night.When you want to lea

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highwayhypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at thewheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is differentfrom driving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or withthe ignition off is dangerous. Your brakeswill have to do all the work of slowingdown. They could get

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergencysupplies in you

What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on.But wet ice can be even more trouble because itmay of

• Allow greater following distance on anyslippery road.• Watch for slippery spots. The road might befine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice.

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO(carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome you and kill you

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice, or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, youwill need to spin the wheels, but you do notwant

Recovery Hooks{CAUTION:These hooks, when used, are under a lotof force. Always pull the vehicle straightout. Never pull on the hooks at asideways angl

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you dohave a crash, you do not know if it will be abad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can b

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called thevehicle capacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also showsthe size of the original equipment tires (C) andthe recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D).For

5. Determine the combined weight of luggageand cargo being loaded on the vehicle. Thatweight may not safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable

Certification/Tire LabelA vehicle specific Certification/Tire label is foundon the rear edge of the driver’s door. Thelabel shows the size of your vehicl

Notice: Overloading your vehicle may causedamage. Repairs would not be covered by yourwarranty. Do not overload your vehicle.The label will help you d

Adding a Snow Plow or SimilarEquipmentBefore installing a snow plow on your vehicle,here are some things you will need to know:Notice: If your vehicle

Here are some guidelines for safely carrying asnow plow on your vehicle:• Make sure the weight on the front and rearaxles does not exceed the axle rat

In order to calculate the amount of weight anyfront accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding tothe front axle, use the following formula:(W x (A + W.

Q: What if I want to add heavier equipment tomy vehicle?A: You can add heavier equipment on the frontof the vehicle if you compensate for it bycarryin

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in thisbook. We use a box and the word CAUTION totell about things that could hurt yo

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider does not stop.40

Q: What is total vehicle reserve capacity?A: This is the difference between your GVWR andthe weight of your vehicle with full fuel andpassengers. It i

Recreational Vehicle TowingRecreational vehicle towing means towing yourvehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind amotorhome. The two most commo

Four-Wheel-Drive VehiclesUse the following procedure to tow your vehicle:1. Shift the transmission to PARK (P).2. Turn the engine off, but leave the i

Dolly TowingTwo-Wheel-Drive VehiclesNotice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehiclewith the rear wheels on the ground, thetransmission could be damaged.

{CAUTION:Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’stransfer case into NEUTRAL can causeyour vehicle to roll even if thetransmission is in PARK (P). You oro

Autoride®If equipped, the Autoride®feature will provide asuperior vehicle ride and handling under a varietyof passenger and loading conditions.The sys

Trailering is different than just driving your vehicleby itself. Trailering means changes in acceleration,braking, handling, durability and fuel econo

• Provide the same solid shift feel when pullinga heavy trailer or a large or heavy load aswhen the vehicle is unloaded.• Improve control of vehicle s

Tow/Haul is most useful under the followingdriving conditions:• When pulling a heavy trailer or a large orheavy load through rolling terrain.• When pu

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-1500 (2WD)4800 V83.233.734,200 lbs (1 905 kg)6,200 lbs (2 812 kg)10,000 lbs (4 536 kg)12,000 lbs (5 44

The person keeps going until stopped bysomething. In a real vehicle, it could be thewindshield...or the instrument panel...41

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-2500 (2WD)6000 V8(Extended Models)3.734.107,700 lbs (3 493 kg)9,700 lbs (4 400 kg)14,000 lbs (6 350 kg

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the totalor gross weight of your ve

Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongueweight for your vehicle. Choose the shortest hitchextension that will position the hitch ball closestto the

But let’s say your specific vehicle is equipped withsome of the latest options and you have a frontseat passenger and two rear seat passengers withsome

HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and roughroads are a few reasons why you will need therigh

Safety ChainsYou should always attach safety chains betweenyour vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safetychains under the tongue of the trailer to he

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open andyou pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbonmonoxide (CO) could come into yourve

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle aheadas you would when driving your vehicle withouta trailer. This can help you avoid

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear beforeyou start down a long or steep downgrade. If youdon’t shift down, you might have to use

3. When the wheel chocks are in place, releasethe regular brakes until the chocks absorbthe load.4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply yourparking

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicledoes. You get more time to stop. You stopover more distance, and your strongest bon

Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often whenyou’re pulling a trailer. See the MaintenanceSchedule for more on this. T

Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring HarnessPackageYour vehicle is equipped with the seven-wiretrailer towing harness. This harness with aseven-pin universal tra

Electric Brake Control WiringProvisionsThese wiring provisions are included with yourvehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. Theseprovisions ar

Service ...426Accessories and Modifications ...426California Proposition 65 Warn

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...481Tires ...482Tire Sidewall Labeling ...

Electrical System ...539Add-On Electrical Equipment ...539Windshield Wiper Fuses ...

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wantsyou to be happy with it. We hope you will goto your dealer for all your service needs. You willget

California Proposition 65 WarningMost motor vehicles, including this one, containand/or emit chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of yourvehicle can affect the airflow around it. This maycause wind n

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet CaliforniaEmissions Standards, it is designed to operate onfuels that meet California specifications

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drivefar from home, why should I wearsafety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you arein an acciden

However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuelscontaining more than 10% ethanol must not beused in vehicles that were not designed forthose fuels.Notice: Y

Those stations that do have E85 should have alabel indicating ethanol content. Do not use the fuelif the ethanol content is greater than 85%.At a mini

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel firecan cause bad injuries. To help avoidinjuries to you and others, read and followall

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then somethingignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuelcan spray out on you if you open the fuelcap too quickly. This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while itis in your vehicle. Static electricitydischarge from the contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood do the following:1. Pull the handle withthis symbol on it. Itis located insidethe vehicle tothe lower left of thesteering

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 5.3L engine (4.8L and 6.0L similar), here is what you will see:436

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 443.B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped).See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Engine OilIf the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears onthe instrument cluster, it means you need to checkyour engine oil level right away.For more informa

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, you will need to add at least onequart/liter of oil. But y

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how towear it properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look forand use o

Notice: Use only engine oil identified asmeeting GM Standard GM6094M and showingthe American Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor Gasoline Engines starburst

Your dealer has GM-trained service people whowill perform this work using genuine GM parts andreset the system. It is also important to checkyour oil

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee EngineCompartment Overviewon page 436 for thelocation of the engine aircleaner/filter and theair filter restrictionindicato

Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filterand Resetting the Air Filter RestrictionIndicator1. Locate the air cleaner/filter assembly on thefront corner of

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the aircleaner/filter off can cause you or othersto be burned. The air cleaner not onlycleans the air; it helps to s

To get the right reading, the fluid should be atnormal operating temperature, which is 180°F to200°F (82°C to 93°C).Get the vehicle warmed up by drivin

Then, without shutting off the engine, followthese steps:The transmissiondipstick handle with thisgraphic is located atthe rear of the enginecompartme

Consistency of ReadingsAlways check the fluid level at least twice usingthe procedure described previously. Consistency(repeatable readings) is importa

Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant isdesigned to remain in your vehicle for five years

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it issecure. If the belt is not long enough,see Safety

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable waterand one-half DEX-COOL®coolant which willnot damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolantm

Checking CoolantThe coolant surge tank is located in the enginecompartment on the passenger’s side of thevehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview onpa

Engine OverheatingYou will find a coolant temperature gage on yourvehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine CoolantTemperature Gage on page 234.In additio

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineThe ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE orthe ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINEmessage, along with a low coolant condition,

If there is still no sign of steam and your vehicle isequipped with an engine-driven cooling fan,push down the accelerator until the engine speedis ab

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here iswhat you will see:A. Coolant Surge TankB. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapC. Engine C

The coolant level should be at or above the FULLCOLD mark. If it is not, you may have a leak atthe pressure cap or in the radiator hoses,heater hoses,

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to seeif coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolantis visi

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, canboil before the proper c

2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly,and remove it.3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to the FULL COLD mark.4. With the co

The lap part of the belt should be worn low andsnug on the hips, just touching the thighs. Ina crash, this applies force to the strong pelvicbones. An

5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure thepressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.6. Verify coolant level after engine is shutoff andthe coolan

Power Steering FluidSee EngineCompartment Overviewon page 436 forreservoir location.When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure toread the manufacturer’s instructions before use. Ifyou will be opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake mastercylinder reservoir isfilled with DOT-3 brakefluid. See EngineCompartment Overviewon page 436 for thelocation of the re

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking offthe cap.Look at the brake fluidreservoir. The fluid levelshould be aboveMIN. If it is

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators thatmake a high-pitched warning sound when thebrake pa

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Itsmany parts have to be of top quality and work welltogether if the vehicle i

Jump StartingIf your vehicle’s battery (or batteries) has rundown, you may want to use another vehicle andsome jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be

Notice: If you leave your radio or otheraccessories on during the jump startingprocedure, they could be damaged. The repairswould not be covered by yo

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can causebattery gas to explode. People have beenhurt doing this, and some have beenblinded. Use a flashlight if

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not givenearly as much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

6. Connect the redpositive (+) cable tothe positive (+)terminal of thevehicle with the deadbattery. Use aremote positive (+)terminal if the vehiclehas

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part orRemote Negative (−) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) andRemote Negative (−) TerminalsC. Dead Bat

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check rear axlefluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hearan unusual noise. A

Four-Wheel DriveLubricant checks in this section also apply to thesevehicles. There are two additional systems thatneed lubrication.Transfer CaseWhen

When to Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to change the lubricant. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 555.What to

What to UseRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of lubricant to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on page 564.Headlamp Aimi

To adjust the vertical aim, do the following:1. Open the hood. See Hood Release onpage 435 for more information.2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of t

7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws,which are under the hood near each headlampassembly.The adjustment screw can be turned with aE8 Torx®soc

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 481.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

2. Remove thetwo screws from thetaillamp assembly.3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until youdisengage the inner pins on the taillampassembly fro

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

License Plate Lamp1. Remove the two screws holding each of thelicense plate lamps to the molding that is partof the liftgate.2. Twist and pull the lic

Replacement BulbsExterior Lamp Bulb NumberBack-up Lamp 7441License Plate Lamp 168Rear Turn Signal Lamp, Taillamp,and Stoplamp3057For replacement bulbs

3. Install the new blade onto the arm connectorand make sure the grooved areas are fully setin the locked position.For the proper type and size, see N

{CAUTION:Poorly maintained and improperly usedtires are dangerous.• Overloading your tires can causeoverheating as a result of too muchfriction. You c

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into thesidewall. The following illustrations are examplesof a typical P-Metric and a

(G) Maximum Cold Inflation LoadLimit: Maximum load that can be carried and themaximum pressure needed to support thatload. For information on recommend

(E) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The lettersand numbers following DOT code are the TireIdentification Number (TIN). The TIN showsthe manufacturer a

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The UnitedStates version of a metric tire sizing system. Theletters LT as the first two characters in the tiresize me

Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the pliesare laid at alternate angles less than 90 degreesto the centerline of the tread.Cold Inflation Pressu

Normal Occupant Weight: The number ofoccupants a vehicle is designed to seat multipliedby 150 lbs (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicleon page 390.Occupan

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards): A tire information system thatprovides consumers with ratings for a tire’straction, temperature, and tr

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached tothe vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below thedriver’s door lock post (striker). This label list

Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem.Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve toget a pressure measurement. If the cold tireinflation pressure

For additional information and details about theDIC operation and displays see DIC Operation andDisplays (With DIC Buttons) on page 244 or DICOperatio

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMSmalfunction indicator to indicate when thesystem is not operating properly. The TPMSmalfunction indicat

Resetting the TPMS Identification CodesEach TPMS sensor has a unique identificationcode. Any time you rotate your vehicle’s tires orreplace one or more

6. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem.Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing ordecreasing the tire’s air pressure forfive seconds, or until a

The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)operates on a radio frequency and complieswith RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada.Operation is subject to t

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the frontand rear inflation pressures as shown on thetire and loading information label. See LoadingYour Vehi

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when itis time for new tires isto check the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave onl

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is somethingthat could damage your vehicle.A notice te

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twistedbelt. In a crash, you would not ha

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matched specific tires foryour vehicle. The original equipment tiresinstalled on your vehicle, when it was new, we

{CAUTION:If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle,the wheel rim flanges could developcracks after many miles of driving. A tireand/or wheel could fail

Different Size Tires and WheelsIf you add wheels or tires that are a different sizethan your original equipment wheels and tires,this may affect the w

While the tires available on General Motorspassenger cars and light trucks may vary withrespect to these grades, they must also conform tofederal safe

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe tires and wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give youthe longest tire lif

{CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels,wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehiclecan be dangerous. It could affect thebraking and handling of you

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has P265/65R18 orP275/55R20 size tires, do not use tirechains. They can damage your vehiclebecause there is not en

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you aredriving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’stires properly. If air goes out

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheeldamage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn onyour hazard warning flashers. See

The following information will tell you how to usethe jack and change a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you will need to change a

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on thebuckle. The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is outof th

2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain thetool bag by turning it counterclockwise.3. Turn the knob (A) on the jackcounterclockwise to release the j

To access the spare tire, refer to the followinggraphics and instructions:A. Hoist AssemblyB. Hoist ShaftC. Hoist Shaft AccessCover/HoleD. Jack Handle

5. Turn the wheel wrench (E) counterclockwiseto lower the spare tire (H) to the ground.Continue to turn the wheel wrench until thespare tire can be pu

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireUse the following pictures and instructions toremove the flat tire and raise the vehicle.1. Remove t

A. Front PositionB. Rear Position{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jackedup is dangerous. If the vehicle slips offthe jack you could be badl

Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tireof the vehicle, you will need to use the jackhandle (B) and only one jack handleextension (C). Atta

Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a rear tire ofthe vehicle, you will need to use the jackhandle (B) and both jack handle extensions (C).Attach th

{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the partsto which it is fastened, can make thewheel nuts become loose after a time. Thewheel could come off

9. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise tolower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely.{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperlytightened wheel nu

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoistassembly which has a secondary latch system.It is designed to stop the spare tir

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likelyto be seriously injur

4. Repeat this procedure at least two times.If the spare tire lowers to the ground,continue with Step 5 of Removing the SpareTire and Tools on page 50

9. Position the center lift point of the jack underthe center of the spare tire.10. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise thejack until it lifts th

15. Tilt the tireretainer (G) at theend of the cable andpull it through thewheel opening. Pullthe tire out fromunder the vehicle.16. Turn the wheel wr

A. Hoist AssemblyB. Hoist ShaftC. Hoist Shaft AccessCover/HoleD. Jack HandleExtensionsE. Wheel WrenchF. Hoist CableG. Tire RetainerH. Spare Tire/FlatT

3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D)and wheel wrench (E) as shown.4. Insert the open endof the extension (I)through the hole inthe rear bump

To store the tools, do the following.A. Wheel BlocksB. Tool Bag with JackToolsC. Retaining BracketD. Wing Nut RetainingTool BagE. JackF. Wing NutRetai

6. Return the storage tray to its original storedposition.Spare TireYour vehicle, when new, had a fully-inflated sparetire. A spare tire may lose air o

Notice: If your vehicle has four-wheel driveand the different size spare tire is installed onyour vehicle, do not drive in four-wheeldrive until you c

Do not use any of these products unless thismanual says you can. In many uses, these willdamage the vehicle:• Alcohol• Laundry Soap• Bleach• Reducing

Do not clean your vehicle using the followingcleaners or techniques:• Never use a knife or any other sharp object toremove a soil from any interior su

Center Front Passenger PositionLap BeltIf your vehicle has a front bench seat, someonecan sit in the center position.When you sit in the center front

To clean, use the following instructions:1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth withwater or club soda.2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moistur

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and OtherPlastic SurfacesA soft cloth dampened with water may be used toremove dust. If a more thorough cleaning isnecessary,

Washing Your VehicleThe paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty,depth of color, gloss retention, and durability.The best way to preserve the vehicl

Notice: Machine compounding or aggressivepolishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paintfinish may damage it. Use only non-abrasivewaxes and polishes that are

Windshield, Backglass, and WiperBladesIf the windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatterswhen running, wax

Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminumwheels could damage the wheels. The repairswould not be covered by your warranty.Use chrome polish on chrome wh

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches inthe finish should be repaired right away. Baremetal will corrode quickly and may develop in

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and Road OilRemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. Itappears on a plate in the front corner of thein

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to yourvehicle unless you check with your dealerfirst. Some electrica

Rear Seat PassengersIt is very important for rear seat passengers tobuckle up! Accident statistics show that unbeltedpeople in the rear seat are hurt

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protectedfrom short circuits by a combination of fuses,circuit breakers and fusible

Fuses UsageLT DR Driver’s Door Harness ConnectionLT DRDriver’s Side Power Window CircuitBreakerREAR SEAT Rear SeatsAUX PWR2 Rear Cargo Area Power Outl

Center Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe center instrument panel fuse block islocated underneath the instrument panel, to theleft of the steering column.

Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block is located in the enginecompartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle.Lift the cover for access to the

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Fuses Usage1 Not Used2Electronic Stability SuspensionControl, Automatic Level ControlExhaust3 Left Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp4 Engine Controls5Engine Cont

Fuses Usage41 Audio System42 Four-Wheel Drive43Miscellaneous (Ignition), Rear VisionCamera, Cruise Control44 Liftgate Release45OnStar®, Rear Seat Ente

Relays UsageFAN HI Cooling Fan High SpeedFAN LO Cooling Fan Low SpeedENG EXH VLV Not UsedFAN CNTRL Cooling Fan ControlHDLP LO/HID Low-Beam HeadlampFOG

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See RecommndedFluids and Lubricants on p

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricTransfer Case Fluid 2.0 qt 1.9 LWheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft190 Y†Oil filter should be changed at every oil change.Aft

If the belt is not long enough, see Safety BeltExtender on page 60.Make sure the release button on the buckle ispositioned so you would be able to unb

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Maintenance Schedule ...552Introduction ...552Maintenance Requirements ...

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper leveland change as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan?The

Using the Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we donot know exactly how you will

{CAUTION:Performing maintenance work on avehicle can be dangerous. In trying to dosome jobs, you can be seriously injured.Do your own maintenance work

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comeson, it means that service is required for yourvehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 438. Reset oil life system.See Engine Oil

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicatedmiles (kilometers)

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(40 000)50,000(80 000)75,000(120 000)100,000(160 000)125,000(200 000)150,000(

(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses forproper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors forsurfa

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or acrash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out ofthe retractor.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt

(h) Change automatic transmission fluid and filterif the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions:− In heavy city traffic where the

Engine Oil Level CheckCheck the engine oil level and add the proper oil ifnecessary. See Engine Oil on page 438 forfurther details.Notice: It is impor

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If thevehicle moves, you or other

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, tryto turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift leverposition.• The igniti

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number, or specification may be obtained fromyour dealer.Usage Fluid

Usage Fluid/LubricantFront Axle(All-WheelDrive)SAE 75W-90 Synthetic AxleLubricant (GM PartNo. U.S. 12378261, inCanada 10953455) meetingGM Specification

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GMdealer.Normal

Engine Drive Belt Routing567

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed theservice, and the type of services pe

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed569

There is one guide for each outside passengerposition in the second row seat and the third row,if your vehicle has one. Here is how to install acomfor

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed570

Customer Assistance and Information ...572Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...572Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to GMC. Normally, any

STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both GeneralMotors and your dealer are committed to makingsure you are completely satisfied with yournew vehicle. However, if

STEP THREE — Canadian Owners:: In theevent that you do not feel your concerns havebeen addressed after following the procedureoutlined in steps 1 and

• Keep track of your vehicle’s service historyand maintenance schedule.• Find GM dealers for service nationwide.• Receive special promotions and privi

CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, CA1-163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7www.gmcanada.com1-800-263

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgramThis program, available to qualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligibleaftermarket adapt

Who is Covered?Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicleoperator, regardless of ownership. A person drivingthis vehicle without the consent of t

Additional Services for CanadianCustomers•Trip Routing Service: Upon Request,Roadside Assistance will send you detailed,computer-personalized maps, hi

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt.The elastic cord must be under the belt.Then, place the guide over the belt, and insertthe two edges of the

For prompt and efficient assistance when calling,please provide the following to the RoadsideAssistance Representative:• Your name, home address, and

Courtesy TransportationTo enhance your ownership experience, we andour participating dealers are proud to offerCourtesy Transportation, a customer sup

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completedwhile you wait. However, if you are unable to wait,GM helps to minimize your inconven

Additional Program InformationAll program options, such as shuttle service, maynot be available at every dealer. Please contactyour dealer for specific

To read this information, special equipment isneeded and access to the vehicle or the devicethat stores the data is required. GM will not accessinform

Collision PartsGenuine GM Collision parts are new parts madewith the same materials and construction methodsas the parts with which your vehicle wasor

Insuring Your VehicleProtect your investment in your GM vehicle withcomprehensive and collision insurance coverage.There are significant differences in

• If your vehicle cannot be driven, know wherethe towing service will be taking it. Get acard from the tow truck operator or write downthe driver’s na

Managing the Vehicle Damage RepairProcessIn the event that your vehicle requires damagerepairs, GM recommends that you take an activerole in its repai

To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; orwrite to:A

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn maynot provide the protection needed in acrash. The person wearing the belt couldbe seriously injured

Service Publications OrderingInformationService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosis and repairinformation on engines, transmission, axlesuspensi

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically forowners and intended to provide basic operationalinformation about the vehicle. The ow

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AAccessories and Modifications ... 426Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 208Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipme

Appearance Care (cont.)Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ... 537Washing Your Vehicle ... 532Weatherstrips ...

CCalibration ... 157, 160California Fuel ... 429California Proposi

Dual Automatic ... 213Outlet Adjustment ... 220Rear Air Conditioning and Hea

Driver Information Center (DIC) ... 244DIC Operation and Displays ... 244, 251DIC Vehicle Customization ...

FFilterEngine Air Cleaner ... 443Finish Damage ... 536Flashers, Hazard Warn

HHazard Warning Flashers ... 188Head Restraints ... 18HeadlampAiming ...

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:6

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for thedriver and right front passenger. Although youcannot see them, they are loc

Lamps (cont.)Dome Lamp Override ... 204Exterior ... 199Fog ...

MMaintenance ScheduleAdditional Required Services ... 557At Each Fuel Fill ... 560At Least Once

OilEngine ... 438Pressure Gage ... 239Pressure Light ...

Power (cont.)Steering Fluid ... 461Windows ... 131Pretensioner

Remote Keyless Entry System,Operation ... 113Removing the Flat Tire and Installingthe Spare Tire ...

Seats (cont.)Head Restraints ... 18Heated Seats ... 12Heated Seats -

Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ... 388Sun Visors ... 132Sunroof ...

TractionStabiliTrak®System ... 348TrailerRecommendations ... 422TransmissionFluid, Au

WindshieldBackglass, and Wiper Blades,Cleaning ... 534Rainsense™ II Wipers ...

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seatsshould wear the vehicle’s safety belts.If you have the choice, a child sho

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the samebelt. The belt can not properly spread theimpact forces. In a crash, the two childrencan

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! Thisincludes infants and all other children. Neither thedistance traveled nor the ag

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in theirarms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesnot weigh much — until a crash. During acrash a baby will

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very closeto, any airbag when it inflates can beseriously injured or killed. Airbags pluslap-shoulder belts of

The restraint manufacturer’s instructions thatcome with the restraint, state the weight andheight limitations for a particular child restraint.In addi

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for usein a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint systemdesigned to restrain or posit

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraintfor the child’s body with the harness and alsosometimes with surfaces such as T-shapedor shelf-lik

Front Seats ...9Manual Seats ...9Power Seats ...

Q: How Should I Use a Child Restraint?A: A child restraint system is any device designedfor use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, orposition child

When securing an add-on child restraint, refer tothe instructions that come with the restraintwhich may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet,or

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer ifthey are restrained in the rear rather than thefront seat. General Motors

Do not use child restraints in the center front seatposition. The restraints will not work properly.Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the chi

Lower AnchorsLower anchors (A) are metal bars built into thevehicle. There are two lower anchors for eachLATCH seating position that will accommodate

Your child restraint may have a single tether (A)or a dual tether (C). Either will have a singleattachment (B) to secure the top tether tothe anchor.S

i (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions withtop tether anchors.i (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions withtop tether anchors.For models with a three

For models with bucket second row seating, thetop tether anchors are located at the bottom rear ofthe seat cushion for each seating position in thesec

For vehicles with a two passenger third row seat,there is one top tether anchor located at thebottom rear of the seat cushion that can be usedfor the

For vehicles with a three passenger third row seat,there is one top tether anchor located at thebottom rear of the seat cushion that can be usedfor th

Airbag System ...90Where Are the Airbags? ...93When Should an Airbag Inflate? .

Securing a Child Restraint Designed forthe LATCH System{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is notattached to anchors, the restraint will notbe ab

{CAUTION:Children can be seriously injured orstrangled if a shoulder belt is wrappedaround their neck and the safety beltcontinues to tighten. Secure

2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommendsthat the top tether be attached, attach andtighten the top tether to the top tether anchor,if the veh

Securing a Child Restraint in a RearSeat PositionIf your child restraint has the LATCH system, seeLower Anchors and Tethers for Children(LATCH) on pag

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the wayout of the retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull th

6. If your child restraint manufacturerrecommends using a top tether, and theposition that you are using has a top tetheranchor, attach and tighten th

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger airbag.A rear seat is a safer place to secure aforw

If you need to secure a forward-facing childrestraint in the right front seat position, move theseat as far back as it will go before securingthe forw

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull the shoulder portion of the beltto tighten the lap portion of the belt andfeed the shoul

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if youtry to adjust a manual driver’s seat whilethe vehicle is moving. The suddenm

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and afrontal airbag for the right front passenger. Yourvehicle may also have roof-mounte

CAUTION: (Continued)They are not designed to inflate inrollover, rear crashes, or in many sidecrashes. And, for some unrestrainedoccupants, frontal air

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very closeto, any airbag when it inflates can beseriously injured or killed. Airbags pluslap-shoulder belts offer

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steeringwheel.The right front passenger’s airbag is in theinstrument panel on the pa

If your vehicle has a roof-mounted rollover airbagfor the driver and the person seated directlybehind the driver, it is located in the ceiling aboveth

If your vehicle has a roof-mounted rollover airbagand a third row passenger seat, the airbag islocated in the ceiling above the rear windows forthe ou

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontalairbags are designed to inflate in moderate tosevere frontal or near-front

The frontal airbags (driver and right frontpassenger) are not intended to inflate duringvehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many sideimpacts.Your ve

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbagsensing system detects that the vehicle isin a crash. In the case of a roof

What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After a frontal airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, soquickly that some people may not even realize theairbag