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Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System
7
Default Chapter
3
Canadian Owners
3
Table of Contents
7
Seats and Restraint System
7
Head Restraints
8
Front Seats
9
Power Seats
9
Power Lumbar
10
Power Reclining Seatbacks
14
Rear Seats
16
Rear Seat Operation
16
Why Safety Belts Work
19
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
22
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
35
Safety Belts
39
Child Restraints
40
Infants and Young Children
40
Child Restraint Systems
44
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
45
Where to Put the Restraint
46
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
47
Top Tether Anchor
48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
50
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
53
Seat Position
53
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
56
Airbag System
59
Where Are the Airbags
62
When Should an Airbag Inflate
64
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
65
How Does an Airbag Restrain
65
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
66
Passenger Sensing System
72
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
73
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
73
Vehicle
73
Restraint System Check
75
Checking the Restraint Systems
75
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
76
Section 2 Features and Controls
77
Default Chapter
77
Features and Controls
77
Keys
79
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
80
Battery Replacement
82
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
82
Remote Vehicle Start
83
Doors and Locks
85
Door Locks
85
Power Door Locks
85
Delayed Locking
85
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
86
Rear Door Security Locks
86
Lockout Protection
87
Midgate
87
Reinstalling the Rear Glass
92
Tailgate
97
Power Assist Steps
98
Windows
99
Power Windows
100
Sun Visors
102
Theft-Deterrent Systems
103
Content Theft-Deterrent
103
Testing the Alarm
104
PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer
105
Operation
105
Immobilizer Operation
105
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
107
New Vehicle Break-In
107
Ignition Positions
107
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
108
Starting the Engine
108
Starting Procedure
109
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
110
Engine Coolant Heater
110
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
111
Automatic Transmission Operation
112
Tow/Haul Mode
115
Parking Brake
117
Shifting into Park
119
Shifting out of Park
120
Parking over Things that Burn
121
Engine Exhaust
121
Running the Vehicle While Parked
122
Mirrors
123
Manual Rearview Mirror
123
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
123
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
123
Park Tilt Mirrors
124
Turn Signal Indicator
124
Outside Convex Mirror
125
Outside Heated Mirrors
125
Object Detection Systems
126
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
126
How the System Works
127
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
128
Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen
129
Onstar System
132
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
134
How Onstar Service Works
134
Onstar Virtual Advisor
134
Universal Home Remote System
135
Universal Home Remote System Operation
136
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
141
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
141
Storage Areas
142
Glove Box
142
Cupholders
142
Instrument Panel Storage
142
Center Console Storage
142
Luggage Carrier
142
Rear Seat Armrest
143
Cargo Cover Panels
144
Cargo Panel Storage System
145
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
149
All-Weather Cargo Area
153
Side Rail Channels
155
Top-Box Storage
157
Sunroof
158
Section 3 Instrument Panel
161
Instrument Panel Overview
164
Hazard Warning Flashers
165
Horn
165
Tilt Wheel
166
Heated Steering Wheel
166
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
166
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
167
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
167
Flash-To-Pass
168
Windshield Wipers
168
Rainsense™ II Wipers
168
Windshield Washer
169
Cruise Control
170
Setting Cruise Control
171
Exterior Lamps
173
Headlamps on Reminder
176
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
177
Automatic Headlamp System
177
Fog Lamps
178
Exterior Cargo Lamps
178
Instrument Panel Brightness
178
Dome Lamps
179
Dome Lamp Override
179
Entry/Exit Lighting
179
Reading Lamps
179
Electric Power Management
179
Battery Run-Down Protection
180
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
180
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
181
Analog Clock
182
Climate Controls
182
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
182
Automatic Operation
183
Manual Operation
184
Rear Window Defogger
186
Outlet Adjustment
186
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
187
Instrument Panel Cluster
188
Speedometer and Odometer
189
Trip Odometer
189
Tachometer
189
Safety Belt Reminders
189
Safety Belt Reminder Light
189
Airbag Readiness Light
190
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
191
Charging System Light
192
Brake System Warning Light
193
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
194
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light
194
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
195
Tire Pressure Light
195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
196
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
198
Maintenance Schedule
199
Oil Pressure Light
199
Security Light
199
Fog Lamp Light
200
Lights on Reminder
200
Cruise Control Light
200
Highbeam on Light
200
Tow/Haul Mode Light
201
Fuel Gage
201
Driver Information Center (DIC)
201
DIC Operation and Displays
202
Tire Pressure
205
Oil Pressure
206
DIC Compass
206
Compass Calibration
208
DIC Warnings and Messages
208
Check Tire Pressure
209
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
210
Fuel Level Low
211
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
211
Service Air Bag
212
Service Brake System
213
Service Suspension System
213
Service Tire Monitor System
214
Turn Signal on
215
DIC Vehicle Customization
216
Display Language
217
Auto Door Lock
217
Remote Door Lock
218
Remote Door Unlock
219
Approach Lighting
220
Exit Lighting
220
Remote Start
224
Factory Settings
225
Audio System(S)
226
Bluetooth
226
Voice Recognition
227
Bluetooth Controls
227
Audio System
227
Pairing a Phone
228
Storing Name Tags
229
Deleting Name Tags
231
Making a Call
232
Receiving a Call
233
Call Waiting
233
Transferring a Call
234
Bluetooth System
235
Other Information
236
Before Driving
237
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
237
Audio Output
240
Video Screen
240
Remote Control
241
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
245
Theft-Deterrent Feature
247
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
248
Radio Reception
249
Fixed Mast Antenna
250
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
250
Section 4 Navigation System
251
Default Chapter
251
Navigation System
251
Overview
252
Navigation System Overview
252
Getting Started
254
Storing Radio Station Presets
257
Deleting Personal Information
257
Setting the Clock
258
Storing Preset Destinations
260
Cleaning the Display
261
Features and Controls
261
Using the Navigation System
261
Maps
264
Installing the DVD Map Disc
264
Detailed Areas
264
Ejecting the DVD Map Disc
265
Map Adjustments
265
Map Scales
265
Handling the DVD Map Disc
265
Symbols
266
Scrolling the Map
266
Map Screen
269
Driving on a Route
271
Auto Reroute
272
Destination
273
Address Book
277
Previous Destination
278
From Map
279
Preset Destination
281
Previous Destinations
284
Getting Started on Your Route
285
Voice Volume
287
Cancel Guidance
288
Adding Destinations to the Address Book
289
Adding or Changing Preset Destinations
289
Configure Menu
290
Route Preference
291
Traffic Options
294
Global Positioning System (GPS)
304
Vehicle Positioning
304
Problems with Route Guidance
305
If the System Needs Service
306
Ordering Map Dvds
306
Database Coverage Explanations
306
Navigation Audio System
307
Finding a Station
308
Sound Menu
310
Radio Menu
311
CD Player
314
Playing an Audio CD
316
Using an Mp3 CD
317
DVD Player
321
DVD Menu Options
322
Playing a DVD
322
DVD Messages
326
Care of Your Cds and Dvds
327
Auxiliary Devices
328
Voice Recognition
328
Voice Recognition Commands
330
Voice Tag Commands
330
Radio Commands
331
Voice Help
331
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle
333
Default Chapter
333
Driving Your Vehicle
333
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
334
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
334
Defensive Driving
334
Drunk Driving
335
Control of a Vehicle
335
Braking
336
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
337
Brake Assist
338
Braking in Emergencies
338
Stabilitrak System
338
Traction Control Operation
340
Power Steering
341
Magnetic Ride Control
341
Road Sensing Suspension
341
Locking Rear Axle
341
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
341
Steering
341
Steering Tips
342
Steering in Emergencies
342
Off-Road Recovery
343
Passing
343
Loss of Control
343
Off-Road Driving
344
Environmental Concerns
347
Scanning the Terrain
348
Approaching a Hill
349
Driving on Hills
349
Driving Uphill
350
Driving Downhill
352
Driving Across an Incline
353
Stalling on an Incline
354
Driving in Water
355
Driving at Night
356
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
356
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
357
Highway Hypnosis
358
Hill and Mountain Roads
358
Winter Driving
359
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
361
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
361
Recovery Hooks
362
Loading the Vehicle
363
Truck-Camper Loading Information
369
Towing
369
Towing Your Vehicle
369
Recreational Vehicle Towing
369
Level Control
371
Autoride
371
Towing a Trailer
372
Pulling a Trailer
373
Weight of the Trailer
374
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
375
Safety Chains
378
Trailer Brakes
379
Driving with a Trailer
380
Following Distance
380
Driving on Grades
381
Making Turns
381
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
381
Parking on Hills
382
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
382
Trailer Wiring Harness
383
Trailer Recommendations
384
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
385
Service and Appearance Care
385
Service
387
Accessories and Modifications
387
California Proposition 65 Warning
388
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
388
Doing Your Own Service Work
388
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle
389
Fuel
389
Gasoline Octane
389
Gasoline Specifications
390
California Fuel
390
Additives
391
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
392
Fuels in Foreign Countries
393
Filling the Tank
393
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
395
Checking Things under the Hood
396
Hood Release
397
Engine Compartment Overview
398
Engine Oil
399
When to Add Engine Oil
400
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
401
Engine Oil Life System
402
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
403
Automatic Transmission Fluid
405
Cold Check Procedure
406
Cooling System
409
Engine Coolant
410
Checking Coolant
411
Engine Overheating
414
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
415
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
416
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
417
Engine Fan Noise
417
Power Steering Fluid
417
Windshield Washer Fluid
418
Adding Washer Fluid
418
Brakes
419
Brake Fluid
419
Checking Brake Fluid
420
Brake Adjustment
422
Battery
423
Vehicle Storage
423
Jump Starting
424
All-Wheel Drive
429
Rear Axle
430
Front Axle
431
Headlamp Aiming
432
Bulb Replacement
435
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
435
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
435
License Plate Lamp
436
Replacement Bulbs
437
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
437
Tires
438
Tire Sidewall Labeling
439
Tire Terminology and Definitions
441
Inflation - Tire Pressure
444
How to Check
445
High-Speed Operation
445
Tire Pressure Monitor System
446
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
447
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
448
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
449
Tire Inspection and Rotation
451
When It Is Time for New Tires
452
Buying New Tires
453
Different Size Tires and Wheels
455
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
456
Wheel Replacement
458
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
458
Tire Chains
459
If a Tire Goes Flat
460
Changing a Flat Tire
461
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
462
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
466
Secondary Latch System
471
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
474
Spare Tire
477
Appearance Care
478
Interior Cleaning
478
Fabric/Carpet
479
Leather
480
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
480
Wood Panels
480
Speaker Covers
480
Care of Safety Belts
481
Weatherstrips
481
Washing Your Vehicle
481
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
482
Finish Care
482
Windshield and Wiper Blades
483
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
484
Tires
484
Sheet Metal Damage
485
Finish Damage
485
Underbody Maintenance
485
Chemical Paint Spotting
485
Vehicle Identification
486
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
486
Service Parts Identification Label
486
Electrical System
487
Add-On Electrical Equipment
487
Windshield Wiper Fuses
487
Power Windows and Other Power Options
487
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
487
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
488
Top View
490
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
490
Underhood Fuse Block
491
Capacities and Specifications
494
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
495
Maintenance Requirements
496
Maintenance Schedule
496
Your Vehicle and the Environment
496
Using the Maintenance Schedule
497
Scheduled Maintenance
498
Additional Required Services
500
Maintenance Footnotes
501
Engine Oil Level Check
503
At each Fuel Fill
503
Owner Checks and Services
503
At Least Once a Month
504
At Least Once a Year
504
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
505
Underbody Flushing Service
506
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
507
Maintenance Replacement Parts
509
Engine Drive Belt Routing
510
Maintenance Record
511
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
515
Default Chapter
515
Customer Assistance Information
515
Customer Assistance and Information
516
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
516
Online Owner Center
518
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
519
Customer Assistance Offices
519
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
520
Roadside Service
521
Calling for Assistance
521
Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance
522
Scheduling Service Appointments
523
Courtesy Transportation
523
Transportation Options
524
Additional Program Information
524
Collision Damage Repair
525
Insuring Your Vehicle
526
If a Crash Occurs
526
Reporting Safety Defects
528
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
528
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
528
Owner Information
529
Service Manuals
529
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
529
Service Publications Ordering Information
529
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
530
Event Data Recorders
530
Onstar
531
Navigation System
531
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
531
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Language
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