Home
Hummer
Automobile
2004 H2
Hummer 2004 H2 User Manual
4
of 1
of 1 rating
472 pages
Give review
Manual
Specs
To Next Page
To Next Page
To Previous Page
To Previous Page
Loading...
{
CAUTION:
It
can
be
dangerous
to
get
out
of
your
vehicle
if
the
shift
lever
is
not
fully
in
PARK
(P)
with
the
parking
brake
firmly
set.
Your
vehicle
can
roll.
Do
not
leave
your
vehicle
when
the
engine
is
running
unless
you
have
to.
If
you
have
left
the
engine
running,
the
vehicle
can
move
suddenly.
You
or
others
could
be
injured.
To
be
sure
your
vehicle
will
not
move,
even
when
you
are
on
fairly
level
ground,
always
set
your
parking
brake
and
move
the
shift
lever
to
PARK
(P).
{
CAUTION:
All-wheel
drive
vehicles
with
the
transfer
case
in
NEUTRAL
will
allow
the
vehicle
to
roll,
even
if
your
shift
lever
is
in
PARK
(P).
So,
be
sure
the
transfer
case
is
in
a
drive
gear
—
not
in
NEUTRAL.
Always
set
your
parking
brake.
Follow
the
proper
steps
to
be
sure
your
vehicle
will
not
move.
See
Shifting
Into
Park
(P)
on
page
2-30
.
If
you
are
pulling
a
trailer,
see
Towing
a
Trailer
on
page
4-75
.
Mirrors
Automatic
Dimming
Rearview
Mirror
with
Compass
and
Temperature
Display
The
automatic
dimming
mirror
will
automatically
dim
to
the
proper
level
to
minimize
glare
from
lights
behind
you
after
dark.
The
mirror
also
includes
a
display
in
the
upper
right
corner
of
the
mirror.
The
compass
reading
and
the
outside
temperature
will
both
appear
in
the
display
at
the
same
time.
The
dual
display
can
be
turned
on
or
off
by
briefly
pressing
either
the
TEMP
or
the
COMP
button.
2-34
113
115
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Power Seats
8
Reclining Seatbacks
11
Head Restraints
12
Rear Seats
13
Rear Seat Operation
13
Heated Seats
14
Folding the Seatbacks
14
Returning the Seats to an Upright Position
15
Third Row Seats
16
Unfolding the Seatback
16
Tilting the Seat
17
Returning the Seat to an Upright Position
18
Removing the Seat
19
Replacing the Seat
21
Safety Belts
22
Why Safety Belts Work
24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
27
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
27
Driver Position
28
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
35
Rear Seat Passengers
36
Right Front Passenger Position
36
Safety Belt Extender
43
Child Restraints
44
Older Children
44
Infants and Young Children
46
Child Restraint Systems
50
Where to Put the Restraint
53
Top Strap
54
Top Strap Anchor Location
55
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
58
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
59
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
61
Air Bag System
67
Where Are the Air Bags
69
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
71
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
71
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
71
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
72
Air Bag off Switch
74
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
78
Restraint System Check
79
Checking Your Restraint Systems
79
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
80
Features and Controls
81
Keys
82
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
84
Battery Replacement
85
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
85
Doors and Locks
87
Door Locks
87
Power Door Locks
88
Cargo Area Door Lock Switch
88
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
89
Rear Door Security Locks
91
Windows
94
Power Windows
95
Theft-Deterrent Systems
96
Sun Visors
96
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors
96
Content Theft-Deterrent
96
Testing the Alarm
97
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
98
New Vehicle Break-In
98
Ignition Positions
99
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
99
Starting Your Engine
100
Automatic Transmission Operation
102
Transfer Case Buttons
105
Parking Brake
109
Shifting into Park (P)
110
Torque Lock
112
Parking over Things that Burn
112
Shifting out of Park (P)
112
Engine Exhaust
113
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
113
Mirrors
114
Temperature Display
115
Compass Operation
115
Compass Calibration
115
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
115
Compass Variance
116
Outside Convex Mirror
118
Outside Heated Mirrors
119
Onstar System
120
Homelink Transmitter
122
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
124
Using Homelink
124
Storage Areas
125
Resetting Defaults
125
Glove Box
125
Center Console Storage Area
126
Center Overhead Console
126
Luggage Carrier
126
Cargo Tie Downs
129
Sunroof
130
Vehicle Personalization
131
Memory Seat
131
Easy Exit Seat
133
Instrument Panel
135
Instrument Panel Overview
136
Hazard Warning Flashers
138
Other Warning Devices
139
Tilt Wheel
139
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
140
Turn and Lane Change Signals
140
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
141
Windshield Washer
142
Windshield Wipers
142
Cruise Control
143
Exterior Lamps
147
Automatic Headlamp System
148
Lamps on Reminder
148
Daytime Running Lamps
149
Interior Lamps
150
Instrument Panel Brightness
150
Dome Lamps
151
Reading Lamps
151
Entry/Exit Lighting
151
Battery Run-Down Protection
151
Accessory Power Outlets
152
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
152
Climate Controls
153
Air Conditioning
157
Rear Window Defogger
158
Defogging and Defrosting
158
Outlet Adjustment
159
Climate Controls Personalization
159
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
160
Instrument Panel Cluster
161
Air Bag Readiness Light
162
Safety Belt Reminder Light
162
Speedometer and Odometer
162
Air Bag off Light
164
Charging System Light
166
Voltmeter Gage
166
Brake System Warning Light
167
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
168
Transmission Temperature Gage
170
If the Light Is on Steady
173
If the Light Is Flashing
173
Maintenance Schedule
175
Oil Pressure Gage
175
Security Light
176
Cruise Control Light
176
Tow/Haul Mode Light
176
Fuel Gage
177
Low Fuel Warning Light
177
Driver Information Center (DIC)
178
DIC Operation and Displays
178
Trip Information Button
179
Fuel Information Button
181
Personalization Button
182
Select Button
189
DIC Warnings and Messages
190
Check Oil Level
190
Oil Life Reset
190
Oil Pressure Low
190
Change Engine Oil
190
Engine Coolant Hot
191
Reduced Engine Power
191
Battery Not Charging
191
Engine Overheated
191
Service Air Bag
192
Service Air Suspension
192
Service Brake System
192
Turn Signal on
192
Service 4Wd
192
Fuel Level Low
192
Tighten Fuel Cap
193
Transmission Hot
193
Check Washer Fluid
193
Traction Active
193
Trans Hot Idle Engine
194
Driver Door Ajar
194
Passenger Door Ajar
195
Rear Access Open
195
Replace Liftgate Fuse
195
Right Rear Door Ajar
195
Audio System(S)
196
Setting the Time
196
Radio with Cassette and CD
197
Finding a Station
198
Setting Preset Stations
198
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
199
Setting Preset Ptys (Rds Only)
201
Rds Messages
202
Playing a Cassette Tape
203
Radio Messages
203
Cassette Tape Messages
205
CD Adapter Kits
205
Playing a CD
206
Radio with Six-Disc CD
208
Finding a Station
209
Setting Preset Stations
210
Setting Preset Ptys
213
Playing a SpecifiC Loaded CD
216
Using Song List Mode
218
Navigation/Radio System
220
Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
221
Rear Seat Audio Controls
221
Theft-Deterrent Feature
222
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
223
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
224
Radio Reception
224
Care of Your Cds and Dvds
226
Fixed Mast Antenna
226
Chime Level Adjustment
226
Care of Your CD and DVD Player
226
Cleaning the Video Screen
226
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
227
Driving Your Vehicle
227
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
228
Defensive Driving
228
Drunken Driving
229
Control of a Vehicle
232
Braking
232
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
233
Traction Control System (TCS)
235
Braking in Emergencies
235
Locking Rear Axle
237
Steering
238
Power Steering
238
Steering Tips
238
Steering in Emergencies
239
Off-Road Recovery
240
Passing
240
Loss of Control
242
Off-Road Driving
243
Before You Go Off-Roading
243
Environmental Concerns
249
Traveling to Remote Areas
249
High Mobility Characteristics
250
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
254
Scanning the Terrain
255
Crossing Obstacles
256
Driving on Off-Road Hills
257
Driving Uphill
258
Approaching a Hill
258
Driving Downhill
261
Driving Across an Incline
262
Stalling on an Incline
264
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
265
Driving in Water
266
Driving at Night
267
After Off-Road Driving
267
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
269
Driving through Flowing Water
271
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
271
Driving through Deep Standing Water
271
City Driving
272
Freeway Driving
273
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
274
Highway Hypnosis
275
Hill and Mountain Roads
276
Winter Driving
278
Driving on Snow or Ice
278
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
280
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
282
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
282
First Aid Kit and Tool Kit
285
Front Receiver
286
Power Winch Platform (if Equipped)
288
Towing
291
Towing Your Vehicle
291
Recreational Vehicle Towing
291
Dinghy Towing
292
Dolly Towing
292
Loading Your Vehicle
293
Selectable Extended Rear Ride Height
299
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System
300
Overload and Overheat Protection
300
Towing a Trailer
301
Trailer Recommendations
301
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
302
Weight of the Trailer
304
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
305
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
305
Safety Chains
306
Trailer Brakes
307
Driving with a Trailer
307
Following Distance
308
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
308
Backing up
308
Driving on Grades
309
Parking on Hills
309
Trailer Wiring Harness
310
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
310
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
315
Service and Appearance Care
315
Service
317
Doing Your Own Service Work
318
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
319
Fuel
319
Gasoline Octane
319
Gasoline Specifications
319
California Fuel
320
Additives
320
Fuels in Foreign Countries
321
Filling Your Tank
321
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
323
Checking Things under the Hood
324
Hood Release
324
Engine Compartment Overview
326
Engine Oil
328
When to Add Engine Oil
329
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
329
Engine Oil Additives
331
What to Do with Used Oil
332
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
333
Automatic Transmission Fluid
335
How to Add Fluid
337
Engine Coolant
338
What to Use
338
Checking Coolant
340
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
341
Engine Overheating
341
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
343
Cooling System
344
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
346
Engine Fan Noise
349
Power Steering Fluid
350
Adding Washer Fluid
351
Windshield Washer Fluid
351
Brakes
352
Brake Fluid
352
Checking Brake Fluid
353
Brake Wear
355
Battery
356
Brake Pedal Travel
356
Brake Adjustment
356
Replacing Brake System Parts
356
Vehicle Storage
356
Jump Starting
357
All-Wheel Drive
362
Transfer Case
362
Rear Axle
364
Front Axle
365
Bulb Replacement
366
Halogen Bulbs
366
Headlamps
366
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
367
Sidemarker Lamps
368
Daytime Running Lamps
368
Roof Marker Lamps
369
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
371
Taillamps
371
Replacement Bulbs
372
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
373
Tires
374
Tire Size
378
Tire Terminology and Definitions
379
Inflation - Tire Pressure
382
Tire Inspection and Rotation
383
When It Is Time for New Tires
384
Buying New Tires
385
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
386
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
387
Wheel Replacement
388
Used Replacement Wheels
389
Tire Chains
389
Accessory Inflator
390
If a Tire Goes Flat
392
Changing a Flat Tire
393
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
394
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
397
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
404
Spare Tire
406
Appearance Care
406
Cleaning Vinyl
407
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
407
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
407
Cleaning Leather
407
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
408
Cleaning the Speaker Covers
408
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
408
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
408
Cleaning Wood Panels
408
Care of Safety Belts
409
Weatherstrips
409
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
409
Washing Your Vehicle
409
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
410
Finish Care
410
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
412
Cleaning Tires
412
Sheet Metal Damage
412
Finish Damage
413
Underbody Maintenance
413
Chemical Paint Spotting
413
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
414
Vehicle Identification
415
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
415
Service Parts Identification Label
415
Electrical System
415
Add-On Electrical Equipment
415
Windshield Wiper Fuses
416
Power Windows and Other Power Options
416
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
416
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
417
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
419
Capacities and Specifications
425
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
427
Introduction
428
Maintenance Requirements
428
Maintenance Schedule
428
Your Vehicle and the Environment
428
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
429
Scheduled Maintenance
430
Additional Required Services
432
Maintenance Footnotes
434
At each Fuel Fill
435
Owner Checks and Services
435
At Least Once a Month
436
At Least Once a Year
436
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
438
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
440
Engine Drive Belt Routing
441
Maintenance Record
442
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information
445
Customer Assistance and Information
445
Customer Assistance and Information
446
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
446
Online Owner Center
447
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
448
Customer Assistance Offices
448
Canada – Customer Assistance
448
Overseas – Customer Assistance
448
United States – Customer Assistance
448
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
449
Roadside Assistance Program
449
Courtesy Transportation
451
Canadian Roadside Assistance
451
Plan Ahead When Possible
451
Transportation Options
451
Additional Program Information
452
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records
453
Reporting Safety Defects
454
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
454
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
454
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
454
Service Publications Ordering Information
455
Owner's Information
455
Service Bulletins
455
Service Manuals
455
Current and Past Model Order Forms
456
Other manuals for Hummer 2004 H2
User Manual
58 pages
4
Based on 1 rating
Ask a question
Give review
Questions and Answers:
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Hummer 2004 H2 and is the answer not in the manual?
Ask a question
Hummer 2004 H2 Specifications
General
Brand
Hummer
Model
2004 H2
Category
Automobile
Language
English
Related product manuals
Hummer H2 2004
458 pages
Hummer 2003 H2
440 pages
Hummer 2005 H2
468 pages
Hummer 2006 H2
502 pages
Hummer 2007 H2
570 pages
Hummer 2008 H2
504 pages
Hummer H2 2005
20 pages
Hummer 2007 H3
480 pages
Hummer 2008 H3
416 pages
Hummer H3 2006
64 pages
Hummer 2010 H3
410 pages
Hummer H1
1203 pages