2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Owners Manual

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legal driving limits. (cid:127) are driven off-road in the recommended manner. See Off-Road Driving on page 373. (cid:127) use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 443. 571 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 573 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 576 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 578 for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer to have a qualiﬁed technician do the work. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 441. Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should have your GM Goodwrench® dealer do these jobs. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 610. Owner Checks and Services on page 580 tells you what should be checked, when to check it, and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 586. When your vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine GM parts. 572 Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your GM Goodwrench® dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 457 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II, and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. However, in some cases, Maintenance II may be required more often. 573 Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year. Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 454. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 457. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter or change indicator (if equipped). If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 459. See footnote (l). Rotate tires and check inﬂation pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 515 and “Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on page 581. • • • • • • • • • 574 Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). Check transmission ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. • • • • • • • • • • • • 575 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 75,000 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Vehicles without a ﬁlter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 459. Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter (normal service). Change transfer case ﬂuid. See footnote (g). 576 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect evaporative control system. An Emission Control Service. See footnotes † and (k). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (m). 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • • • • • • 577 Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints are maintenance-free. (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks. 578 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings, and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, midgate hinges, side storage box door hinges, tailgate hinges, tailgate linkage, outer tailgate handle pivot points, latch bolt, fuel door hinge, locks, and folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. (g) Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. (h) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. (i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 465 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid if needed. (k) Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve works properly, if equipped. Replace as needed. (l) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. (m) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. 579 Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability, and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench® dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584. At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 454 for further details. Notice: It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 465 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. 580 At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Tires on page 500 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 526. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notiﬁcation. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 515. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 138. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. 581 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 138. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. (cid:127) The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). (cid:127) The key should come out only in LOCK. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. 582 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. (cid:127) To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. (cid:127) To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. Hood Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, corrosion, cracks, loss of lubricant, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of gas strut. If necessary, replace with genuine GM parts. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 583 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 454. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 465. Engine Oil Engine Coolant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Windshield Washer Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. 584 Usage Front Axle Rear Axle Automatic Transfer Case Fluid/Lubricant SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada 10950849). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378508, in Canada 10953626). Front Axle Propshaft Spline or One-Piece Propshaft Spline (Two-Wheel Drive with Auto. Trans.) Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Canada 10953511) or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Hinges Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Synthetic Grease with Teﬂon, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12371287, in Canada 10953437). 585 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner /Filter High Capacity Filter Standard Filter Oil Filter 5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel, 6.0L V8 Spark Plugs 5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel, 6.0L V8 Wiper Blades (ITTA Type) Front – 21.6 inches (55.0 cm) Rear – 11.8 inches (30.0 cm) *A1518C high-capacity air cleaner ﬁlter may be substituted. 25313349 25313348* 89017524 12571164 15284095 15173729 ACDelco® Part Number A1518C A1519C* PF48 41-985 — — 586 Engine Drive Belt Routing 587 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 570. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 580 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record 588 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 589 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 590 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....... 592 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 592 Online Owner Center ................................. 595 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ........................................... 596 Customer Assistance Offices ..................... 596 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 598 Roadside Assistance Program ................... 598 Courtesy Transportation ............................. 602 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .............................................. 604 Collision Damage Repair ........................... 605 Reporting Safety Defects ............................ 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ..................... 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................ 609 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...................................... 610 Service Publications Ordering Information ............................................. 610 591 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. 592 STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage (kilometers). When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights. The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. 593 For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively, you may call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or you may write to the Mediation/Arbitration Program, c/o Customer Communication Centre, General Motors of Canada Limited, Mail Code: CA1-163-005, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7. Your inquiry should be accompanied by your Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process, from the time you ﬁle your complaint to the ﬁnal decision, should be completed in approximately 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. 594 Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. (cid:127) Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to: − My Showroom: Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area. − My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM Dealers or Retailers. − My Driveway: Receive service reminders and helpful advice on owning and maintaining your vehicle. − My Preferences: Manage your proﬁle, subscribe to E-News and use tools and forms with greater ease. Refer to www.MyGMLink.com on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle. To sign up to My GM Canada, visit the My GM Canada section within www.gmcanada.com. 595 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) 596 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 www.Chevrolet.com 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 597 Roadside Assistance Program In the U.S., call 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 598 Who is Covered? Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligible for coverage. The following services are provided in the U.S. during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and, in Canada, during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100. (cid:127) Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (approximately $5 in the U.S. and 10 litres in Canada). Service to provide diesel may be restricted. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service. (cid:127) Lock-out Service: To ensure security, the driver must present the vehicle registration and personal ID before lock-out service is provided. Lock-out service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. If your vehicle will not start, Roadside Assistance will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealership. In the U.S., replacement keys made at the customer’s expense will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). (cid:127) Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. (cid:127) Flat Tire Change: If your vehicle has a spare tire, installation of the tire in good condition will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. (cid:127) Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. 599 Additional Services for Canadian Customers (cid:127) Trip Routing Service: Upon Request, Roadside Assistance will send you detailed, computer-personalized maps, highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination, anywhere in North America, along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your trip. To request this service, please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800. We will make every attempt to send your personalized trip routing as quickly as possible, but it is best to allow three weeks before your planned departure date. Trip routing requests will be limited to six per calendar year. (cid:127) Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: In the event of a warranty related vehicle disablement, while en route and over 250 kilometres from original point of departure, you may qualify for trip interruption expense assistance. This assistance covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of $500 (Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of $50/day), (B) lodging (maximum of $100/night) and (C) alternate ground transportation 600 (maximum of $40/day). This beneﬁt is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired. Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required. Once authorization has been given, your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption expense assistance. (cid:127) Alternative Service: There may be times, when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance, your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service, and you will be reimbursed up to $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the new Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are the responsibility of the driver. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number. (cid:127) Telephone number of your location. (cid:127) Location of the vehicle. (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number. (cid:127) Odometer reading, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. (cid:127) Description of the problem. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. U.S. customers call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438, Canadian customers call 1-800-268-6800. Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Towing and Road Service Exclusions Speciﬁcally excluded from Roadside Assistance coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non-public roadway or highway, ﬁnes, impound towing caused by a violation of local, Municipal, State, Provincial, or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. 601 Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper (U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period (Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program. Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair. 602 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation and participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes one-way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters for the dealer’s area. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used as ‘shuttle service,’ the reimbursement is limited to the associated shuttle allowance and must be supported by original receipts. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair. Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state/provincial, local, and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. 603 Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. 604 Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance, and the severity of a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, (cid:127) (cid:127) as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or (cid:127) as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: (cid:127) use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or (cid:127) share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. 605 Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. 606 Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians and comparable equipment. Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. (cid:127) Try to relax and then check to make sure you (cid:127) are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. (cid:127) Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident. Do not discuss your personal condition, mental frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the accident. This will help guard against post-accident legal action. (cid:127) (cid:127) If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 598 for more information. If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. (cid:127) Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle. (cid:127) Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. 607 (cid:127) If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable. (cid:127) Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time. (cid:127) Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity. Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with your repair professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. 608 If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits. Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 400 Seventh Street, SW. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 609 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. 610 In Canada, the service bulletin reference number can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). This reference number is needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee Owner Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US + Processing Fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 611 ✍ NOTES 612 A Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..................... 440 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 224 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 86 ............................................ 444 Additives, Fuel Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 557 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ............ 126 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................. 459 Air Conditioning .................................. 226, 230 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ....................... 243 Readiness Light ....................................... 242 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) .......................................... 604 Airbag System ............................................... 70 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......................... 86 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .................. 78 Passenger Sensing System ....................... 80 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..... 85 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .................. 77 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ................................................. 78 Airbag System (cont.) When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ................. 76 Where Are the Airbags? ............................. 73 Antenna, Fixed Mast ................................... 353 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .................................................... 353 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 361 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....... 248 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ........ 552 Care of Safety Belts ................................ 550 Chemical Paint Spotting ........................... 554 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .............. 551 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle .......... 546 Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 548 Finish Care .............................................. 551 Finish Damage ......................................... 554 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces .................................... 549 Leather .................................................... 549 Sheet Metal Damage ............................... 553 Tires ........................................................ 553 Underbody Maintenance ........................... 554 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials .......... 555 613 Appearance Care (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 550 Weatherstrips ........................................... 550 Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 552 Ashtray(s) .................................................... 225 Audio System(s) .......................................... 288 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ................. 350 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ............ 353 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ................... 352 Fixed Mast Antenna ................................. 353 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ................................ 336 Radio with CD ......................................... 292 Radio with CD and DVD .......................... 309 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ............................ 348 Setting the Time .............................. 290, 291 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................ 350 Understanding Radio Reception ............... 352 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...... 353 Automatic Headlamp System ....................... 216 Automatic Transmission Fluid ........................................................ 462 Operation ................................................. 128 Battery ........................................................ 483 Run-Down Protection ............................... 219 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .................... 398 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................. 361 Emergencies ............................................ 363 Parking .................................................... 138 System Warning Light .............................. 246 Brake Pedal, Throttle ................................... 126 Brakes ........................................................ 480 Braking ....................................................... 360 Braking in Emergencies ............................... 363 Break-In, New Vehicle ................................. 122 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 496 Halogen Bulbs ......................................... 496 Headlamp Aiming ..................................... 493 License Plate Lamps ................................ 498 Replacement Bulbs .................................. 499 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps ........... 497 Buying New Tires ........................................ 518 614 C Calibration .......................................... 145, 148 California Fuel ............................................. 443 California Proposition 65 Warning ................ 441 Canadian Owners ........................................... 3 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ...................... 566 Carbon Monoxide ..... 104, 113, 143, 402, 421 Care of Safety Belts ............................................. 550 Your CD and DVD Player ........................ 353 Your CDs and DVDs ................................ 352 Cargo Area, All-Weather .............................. 185 Cargo Cover Panels .................................... 172 Center Console Storage Area ...................... 170 Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ............................................... 34 Center Overhead Console ........................... 169 Center Seat .................................................. 17 Chains, Tire ................................................. 524 Charging System Light ................................ 245 Check Engine Light ............................................ 250 Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 450 Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 554 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................. 50 Infants and Young Children ........................ 46 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..... 55 Older Children ........................................... 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .......................................... 63 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position ................................. 65 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................. 66 Where to Put the Restraint ........................ 54 Cigarette Lighter .......................................... 225 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ........ 552 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ............................. 551 Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 548 Finish Care .............................................. 551 Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 546 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces .................................... 549 Leather .................................................... 549 Tires ........................................................ 553 Underbody Maintenance ........................... 554 615 Cleaning (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 550 Weatherstrips ........................................... 550 Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 552 Climate Control System Dual ......................................................... 226 Dual Automatic ......................................... 230 Outlet Adjustment ..................................... 237 Collision Damage Repair ............................. 605 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ................. 38 Compass ............................................ 145, 148 Content Theft-Deterrent ............................... 117 Control of a Vehicle ..................................... 360 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ........................ 249 Heater, Engine ......................................... 126 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ........................ 468 Cooling System ........................................... 472 Cruise Control ............................................. 210 Cruise Control Light .................................... 256 Cupholder(s) ................................................ 169 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation ........................... 602 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 596 Customer Assistance Offices .................... 596 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .............. 592 616 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...... 598 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .................................................. 610 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .......................... 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .................... 609 Roadside Assistance Program .................. 598 Service Publications Ordering Information ........................................... 610 Daytime Running Lamps ............................. 215 Defensive Driving ........................................ 356 Delayed Locking .......................................... 101 Doing Your Own Service Work .................... 441 Dome Lamp Override .................................. 219 Dome Lamps ............................................... 218 Door Delayed Locking ...................................... 101 Locks ....................................................... 100 Power Door Locks ................................... 101 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ....... 102 Rear Door Security Locks ........................ 102 Driver Driving Position, Safety Belt ................................... 25 Driver Information Center (DIC) ................... 258 DIC Operation and Displays ............ 258, 265 DIC Vehicle Customization ....................... 279 DIC Warnings and Messages ................... 269 At Night ................................................... 390 City .......................................................... 395 Defensive ................................................. 356 Drunken ................................................... 357 Freeway ................................................... 396 Hill and Mountain Roads .......................... 400 In Rain and on Wet Roads ...................... 392 Off-Road .................................................. 373 Recovery Hooks ....................................... 408 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .......... 407 Winter ...................................................... 402 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ....... 230 Dual Climate Control System ....................... 226 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System ............. 336 Electrical System Engine Add-On Equipment ................................... 557 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ........ 560 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 558 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... 558 Power Windows and Other Power Options ................................................. 557 Underhood Fuse Block ............................. 561 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........................... 557 Air Cleaner/Filter ...................................... 459 Battery ..................................................... 483 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ..... 250 Coolant .................................................... 465 Coolant Heater ......................................... 126 Coolant Temperature Gage ...................... 249 Drive Belt Routing .................................... 587 Engine Compartment Overview ................ 452 Exhaust ................................................... 143 Fan Noise ................................................ 477 617 Engine (cont.) Oil ........................................................... 454 Oil Life System ........................................ 457 Overheated Protection Operating Mode .... 471 Overheating ............................................. 468 Starting .................................................... 124 Entry/Exit Lighting ....................................... 219 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...................... 604 Extender, Safety Belt ..................................... 42 Exterior Cargo Lamps ................................. 217 Exterior Lamps ............................................ 214 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ................................... 459 Finish Damage ............................................ 554 Fixed Mast Antenna .................................... 353 Flashers, Hazard Warning ........................... 204 Flash-to-Pass .............................................. 208 Flat Tire ...................................................... 525 Flat Tire, Changing ...................................... 526 Flat Tire, Storing ......................................... 542 618 Fluid Automatic Transmission ............................ 462 Power Steering ........................................ 477 Windshield Washer .................................. 478 Fog Lamp Light ........................................... 256 Fog Lamps .................................................. 217 Four-Wheel Drive ............................... 132, 491 Front Armrest Storage Area ......................... 170 Front Axle ................................................... 492 Fuel ............................................................ 442 Additives .................................................. 444 California Fuel .......................................... 443 E85 (85% Ethanol) ................................... 445 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .............. 450 Filling Your Tank ...................................... 448 Fuels in Foreign Countries ....................... 447 Gage ....................................................... 257 Gasoline Octane ...................................... 443 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ............................ 443 Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ........ 560 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 558 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... 558 Underhood Fuse Block ............................. 561 Windshield Wiper ..................................... 557 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 249 Fuel ......................................................... 257 Oil Pressure ............................................. 254 Speedometer ........................................... 240 Tachometer .............................................. 240 Voltmeter Gage ........................................ 246 Garage Door Opener .......................... 158, 159 Gasoline Octane ..................................................... 443 Speciﬁcations ........................................... 443 Glove Box ................................................... 169 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .......... 598 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................ 204 Head Restraints ............................................ 17 Headlamp Aiming ..................................................... 493 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System .................... 216 Bulb Replacement .................................... 496 Daytime Running Lamps .......................... 215 Flash-to-Pass ........................................... 208 Halogen Bulbs ......................................... 496 Headlamps (cont.) High/Low Beam Changer ......................... 207 On Reminder ........................................... 215 Heated Seats ................................................ 11 Heater ......................................................... 226 Heater ......................................................... 230 Highbeam On Light ..................................... 256 Highway Hypnosis ....................................... 399 Hill and Mountain Roads ............................. 400 Hood Checking Things Under ............................ 450 Release ................................................... 451 Horn ............................................................ 205 How to Use This Manual ................................ 3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ............... 25 Ignition Positions ......................................... 123 Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 46 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ............................... 509 Instrument Panel Overview .................................................. 202 Instrument Panel (I/P) Brightness ................................................ 218 Cluster ..................................................... 239 619 J Jump Starting .............................................. 484 Keyless Entry System ................................... 92 Keys ............................................................. 91 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ................................. 502 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ................... 219 Dome ....................................................... 218 Dome Lamp Override ............................... 219 Exterior .................................................... 214 Exterior Cargo .......................................... 217 Fog .......................................................... 217 Reading ................................................... 219 LATCH System Child Restraints ......................................... 55 Level Control ............................................... 420 License Plate Lamps ................................... 498 620 Light Airbag Readiness ..................................... 242 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............. 248 Brake System Warning ............................. 246 Charging System ..................................... 245 Cruise Control .......................................... 256 Fog Lamp ................................................ 256 Highbeam On .......................................... 256 Malfunction Indicator ................................ 250 Oil Pressure ............................................. 255 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............ 243 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder .............. 241 Safety Belt Reminder ............................... 241 Security ................................................... 255 StabiliTrak® Indicator ................................ 248 Tire Pressure ........................................... 250 Tow/Haul Mode ........................................ 256 Lighting Entry/Exit ................................................. 219 Loading Your Vehicle ................................... 409 Locking Rear Axle ....................................... 363 Lockout Protection ....................................... 103 Locks Delayed Locking ...................................... 101 Door ........................................................ 100 Lockout Protection ................................... 103 Power Door ............................................. 101 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ....... 102 Rear Door Security Locks ........................ 102 Loss of Control ........................................... 371 Luggage Carrier .......................................... 170 Lumbar Power Controls .......................................... 10 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services .................... 576 At Each Fuel Fill ...................................... 580 At Least Once a Month ............................ 581 At Least Once a Year .............................. 581 Introduction .............................................. 570 Maintenance Footnotes ............................ 578 Maintenance Record ................................ 588 Maintenance Requirements ...................... 570 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............................... 586 Owner Checks and Services .................... 580 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....... 584 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Scheduled Maintenance ........................... 573 Using ....................................................... 571 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 570 Malfunction Indicator Light ........................... 250 Manual Passenger Seat .................................. 9 Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals ................ 12 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ................... 269 Midgate ....................................................... 104 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display ....... 148 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ................................................. 145 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors .............. 153 Outside Power Mirrors ............................. 152 MyGMLink.com ............................................ 595 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ................................... 336 New Vehicle Break-In .................................. 122 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..... 586 621 O Odometer .................................................... 240 Odometer, Trip ............................................ 240 Off-Road Driving .......................................... 373 Off-Road Recovery ...................................... 369 Oil Engine ..................................................... 454 Pressure Gage ......................................... 254 Pressure Light .......................................... 255 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ......................... 457 Older Children, Restraints ............................. 43 Online Owner Center ................................... 595 OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ........ 156 Other Warning Devices ................................ 205 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 237 Outlet(s), Accessory Power .......................... 224 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ........................... 153 Power Mirrors .......................................... 152 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ....................................... 471 Owner Checks and Services ....................... 580 Owners, Canadian .......................................... 3 622 Paint, Damage ............................................ 554 Park Aid ...................................................... 220 Park (P) Shifting Into ............................................. 139 Shifting Out of ......................................... 141 Parking Assist ....................................................... 220 Brake ....................................................... 138 Over Things That Burn ............................ 142 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............... 243 Passenger Sensing System ........................... 80 Passing ....................................................... 369 PASS-Key® III+ ........................................... 119 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ........................... 120 Power Accessory Outlet(s) .................................. 224 Door Locks .............................................. 101 Electrical System ..................................... 557 Lumbar Controls ........................................ 10 Retained Accessory (RAP) ....................... 124 Running Boards ....................................... 113 Seat ............................................................ 9 Power (cont.) Steering Fluid .......................................... 477 Windows .................................................. 115 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ............................. 42 Programmable Automatic Door Locks .......... 102 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 24 Radios ........................................................ 288 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ............ 353 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ................... 352 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ................................ 336 Radio with CD ......................................... 292 Radio with CD and DVD .......................... 309 Rear Seat Audio ...................................... 348 Setting the Time .............................. 290, 291 Theft-Deterrent ......................................... 350 Understanding Reception ......................... 352

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