2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer Owners Manual

deep sand, deep mud, and climbing or descending steep hills.

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Shifting the tr-..sfer c---e tl- . ._ JTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL. See “Parking Brake” in the Index.

NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-42 for more information. An indicator light in the knob will show you which position the transfer case is in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting the transfer case. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete. If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift, it will return to the last chosen setting.

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If the SERVICE 4WD light on the instrument panel cluster stays on, you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service. See Service Four-wheel Drive Warning Light on page 3-44 for further information. Shifting into 4HI or A4WD Turn the knob to 4HI or A4WD. This can be done at any speed and the indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete. Shifting into 2HI Turn the knob to 2Hl. This can be done at any speed. Shifting into 4LO To shift to 4L0, the vehicle’s engine must be running and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 or 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Turn the knob to 4LO. You must wait for the 4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear. If you turn the knob to 4L0 when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4L0 indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N). After 30 seconds, the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen.

Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4H1, A4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 or 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Turn the knob to 4HI, A4WD or 2HI. You must wait for the 4HI, A4WD or 2HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear. If the 4HI, A4WD or 2HI knob is turned when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4H1, A4WD or 2HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). Shifting into NEUTRAL Before shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll. 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle. 4. Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). 5. Shift the transfer case to 2HI. 6. Turn the transfer case knob all of the way past 4LO and hold it there for a minimum of 10 seconds. The neutral indicator light will come on.

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Shift the transmission to REVERSE (R) for one second, then shift the transmission to DRIVE (D) for one second. Place the transmission shift lever in PARK (P). Turn the ignition to LOCK. Release the parking brake prior to towing.

8. 9. 10. Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL, do the following:

1.

2. 3.

4. 5.

Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK (P). Turn the transfer case knob to the desired shift position (2H1, 4HI or A4WD). Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL, the indicator light will go out. Shift the transmission lever to the desired position.

A re-engagement sound is normal when shifting out of NEUTRAL.

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Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press in the button at the end of the lever. Hold the button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down.

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Notices Driving with the parking brake on can cause your parking brake to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hili, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Into Park (P)

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. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. With four-wheel

CAUTION: (Continued)

le free to roll - even if

vehicle

dril , yc your shift lever is in PARK (P) - if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in NEUTRAL. See “Four-wheel Drive” in the Index. Always put the shift lever fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P).

Press the button in on the side of the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. You know

your vehicle is in PARK (P) if the key can be removed from the ignition.

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll -- even if your lever is in PARK (P) -- if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not NEUTRAL. See ‘‘Four-wheel Drive (Automatic Transfer Case)” in the Index. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold

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the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or pressing the button on a console shift lever). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P). Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting lnto Park (P) on page 2-28. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-22. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever. Push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you want. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to LOCK. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear

you want.

5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if:

0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or

different.

0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

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Things that can burn could .,dch ,at exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

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. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Running Your Engine While You Are Parked

It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever

ve to, here are some thin<

‘to know.

’

/r\ CAUTION:

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.’’ Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See “Winter Driving” in the Index.

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Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See Shifting into Park (P) on page 2-28. If you’re pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47.

If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll - even if your shift lever is in PARK (P) - if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in NEUTRAL. See “Four-Wheel Drive (Automatic Transfer case)” in the Index.

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Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStarB and Compass

Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview mirror with a compass and the Onstar@ system. & (On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature and compass. There are three additional buttons for the Onstar@ system. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to Onstar@ . See OnStap System on page 2-38 for more information about the services Onstar@ provides. Mirror Operation When turned on, this mirror automatically dims to the proper behind

level to minimize glare from any headlamps you after dark.

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The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by pressing the far left button, located on the lower part of the mirror face, for up to three seconds. A light on the mirror will be lit while the feature is turned on. Compass Operation Press the on/off button once to turn the compass on or off. There is a compass display in the window in the upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass displays a maximum of two characters. For example, “NE” is displayed for north-east. Compass Calibration Press and hold the on/off button down for nine seconds to activate the compass calibration mode. “CAL” will be displayed in the compass window on the mirror. The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: 0 Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less

until the display shows “CAL”, or drive the vehicle on your everyday routine. (This method may take longer to calibrate.)

Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be

necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone

number on the map.

2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds.

Release the button when “ZONE” is displayed. The number shown is the current zone number.

3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the

compass/temperature window on the mirror by pressing the on/off button. Once you find your zone number, release the button. After about four seconds, the mirror will return to the compass display, and the new zone number will be set.

Outside Manual Mirrors

Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle. Fold the mirrors in before entering a car wash. To do this, pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle. Push the mirrors back out when finished.

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Outside Power Mirrors Your vehicle may have this feature.

The control is located on the driver’s door. 1. Twist the knob toward the mirror you desire

to adjust.

2. Move the knob in the direction you want the

mirror to go

3. Adjust the mirror in all four directions. 4. After you are satisfied with the position of the

mirror, twist the knob to the center position or twist it to the other mirror to adjust that mirror.

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If you reach the mirror’s end of the travel position in any direction, the mirror will enter a ratcheting mode. This action is harmless. It is a warning that the mirror can go no further. To stop this action, back the mirror up by moving the knob in the opposite direction. When the knob is twisted to the center position, the mirrors can not be moved with the control knob. Outside Convex Mirror A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane, you could hit a vehicle. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

Outside Heated Mirrors Your vehicle may have this feature. When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger also warms the heated driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow and condensation. Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s and/or passenger’s outside mirror will adjust to a preset tilt position while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) gear. Curb view assist may be useful when you are parallel parking. The mirror(s) will return to normal position when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R) gear. Automatic mirror movement in either direction will follow a short delay. To first activate this feature, perform the following steps:

1. Press the Personalization button, located on the steering wheel, until “Tilt Mirror in REVERSE (R)” is displayed on the DIC display.

2. Press the Select button once to select the

passenger’s side mirror, twice for the driver’s side mirror and three times for both mirrors. Then press the Personalization button repeatedly until the display goes blank.

3. With the engine running, engage the parking brake,

press the brake pedal and place the vehicle in REVERSE (R) gear.

4. Adjust the passenger’s side and then the driver’s

side outside mirrors to the desired tilt positions. These positions will be stored into memory once the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R). When the vehicle is placed in PARK (P) or in any forward gear, the mirror(s) will return to normal driving position, following a short delay.

To change the tilt position, adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) gear with the engine running, the parking brake engaged and the brake pedal pressed. The new position will be saved into memory once the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R).

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Onstar@ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are:

Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Remote Diagnostics Onstar@ MED-NET (Requires separate activation and annual fee on some plans) Online and Personal Concierge Services Route Support RideAssist Information and Convenience Services

Onstar@ System

Your vehicle may be equipped with the Onstar@ System. Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle. You can easily upgrade or extend your Onstar@ services to meet your personal needs. A complete Onstar@ user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the Onstar@ Subscription Service Agreement are included in your Onstar@ -equipped vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com, contact Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827), or press the blue Onstar@ button to speak to an Onstar@ advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Onstar@ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1 -888-4-ONSTAR (1 -888-466-7827).

Onstar@ Virtual Advisor With Onstar@ Virtual Advisor you can listen to your favorite news, entertainment and information topics, such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes and sports scores. You listen to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers, and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar@ services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for Onstar@ Personal Calling and Onstar@ Virtual Advisor use. Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink@ Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

HomeLink@ Transmitter

HomeLink@ , a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.

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Programming the HomeLink@ Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink@ buttons should be erased for security purposes. Refer to “Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons” or, for assistance, contact HomeLink@ on the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming. When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons,

releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the

buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons.

2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink@ buttons while keeping the indicator light in view.

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired

button on HomeLinkO and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming’’ later in this section.

4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons.

5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@

button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLinkO button is pressed and released.

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To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@ .” Do not repeat Step 1 as this will erase all of the programmed channels. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling-code equipped device (most commonly, a garage door opener).

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8.

8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, and depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink@ should now activate your rolling code equipped device.

To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 of “Programming HomeLink@ .” Do not repeat Step 1. Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same manner. If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@ ” procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLink@ ” with the following: Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@ . The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink@” to complete.

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Using Homebink@ Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following:

1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds.

2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than

30 seconds.

HomeLink@ is now in the train (learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@ .” Individual buttons can not be erased, but they can be reprogrammed. See “Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button” next.

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button To program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button.

Do not release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after

20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink@ button, proceed with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@ .’7

Resetting Defaults Po reset HomeLink@ to default settings do the following: 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about

20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink@

indicator light turns off. 3. Release both buttons. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink@ at 1-800-355-3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.

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Storage Areas

Glove Box

To open your glove box, pull the handle on the front of the glove box and lower the door.

Overhead Console

Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down. Travel Note Recorder

The overhead console includes sunglasses storage, a HomeLink@ transmitter and a travel note recorder (if equipped). If your vehicle has a third row seat, the rear quarter glass switches are also located in the overhead console. These switches allow the driver to open and close each third row seat window separately.

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Your vehicle may have this feature. To record a message, press the button with the circle on it and begin speaking. Press the button with the circle on it again to stop recording. You may also press and hold the button with the circle on it while you are speaking and then let it go when you are finished. To play back messages, press the button with the right arrow on it. Pressing the right arrow button more than once will return you to previously recorded

messages. If you press and hold this button for more than one second, all of the recorded messages will be played back. To delete messages, press the button with the square on it while the message is playing. If you press and hold the right arrow button and the circle button at the same time for a half of a second, all of the messages will be deleted.

Front Storage Area

If your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment. Your vehicle’s console will be equipped with cupholders located on the front and rear of the storage compartment. The console may also contain one or more of the following components: * Rear Seat Audio Controls * Rear Seat Accessory Power Outlets

Rear Climate Control

If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs.

Rear Compartment Storage PanelKover

Upper Position

Your vehicle may have this feature. Insert the front corners of the panel into the top guides and slide the panel forward. Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place. This acts as a cargo shade.

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l o u were to carry things on the adj table

shelf when it is in the upper (cargo cover) position, then during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle. You or others could be injured. When it is in the upper position, always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the shelfkover.

Lower Position

Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides and slide the panel forward. Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place. To prevent soiling the carpet, the panel may be installed either side up.

Notice: To help avoid damage, do not load objects over 200 Ibs. (90 kg) in this position. Failure to follow this warning could damage the shelf.

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Table

Your vehicle may be equipped with a table. The maximum load for the table is 200 Ibs. (90 kg). To set up the table: 1. Remove the table from its stowed location in the

rear of the vehicle. 2. Remove the cover 3. Open the four legs on the underside of the table base. A leg is fully extended when the leg latch snaps into place.

Use the table base on level ground only. To take down the table, do the following:

1 . Press in the latch to disengage it from each leg.

Completely fold each leg under the base.

2. Reinstall the cover. 3. Return the table to its stowed location.

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Vertical Position

Insert the front corners of the panel into the vertical guides behind the seatbacks and slide the panel down. Plastic grocery bags can be attached to the hooks on the panel. Notice: When in vertical position, the shelf panel should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the cargo area when the seatbacks are folded down.

To slide the crossrails to where you want them, pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail. This will release the crossrail and allow you to slide it. When the crossrail is where you want it, press down on the levers to lock it into place.

Notice: Loading cargo that weighs more than 220 Ibs. (100 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-45. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier is locked and cargo is still securely fastened. When the luggage carrier is not in use, place the crossrails at the following positions for wind noise reduction. Place one crossrail at the rear most point of the vehicle and the other crossrail above the opening of the rear door.

Luggage Carrier

If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier - like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.

A luggage carrier allows you to load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has side rails attached to the roof, sliding crossrails (if equipped) and places to use for tying things down. These let you load some other things on top of your vehicle, as long as they are not wide or longer than the luggage carrier.

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Rear Floor Storage Lid

If any removable convenience item isn’t secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly.

Your vehicle has a rear floor storage lid located in the rear cargo area that allows you to put items underneath it. To remove the rear floor storage lid, do the following: 1. Press the latch release and lift up the latch handle. 2. Raise the lid slightly to unhook it. 3. Pull the lid toward you to release it from the forward

mounting tabs.

To reinstall the rear floor storage lid, reverse the previous steps. Make sure the lid is secure by applying slight pressure to the latch until you hear it click.

Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The net is not designed to retain these items during off-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. To use the convenience net, do the following: 1. Attach the upper loops to the retainers on either

side of the liftgate opening. The label should be in the upper passenger’s side corner, visible from the rear of the vehicle.

2. Attach the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs

on the floor.

Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To install the cargo cover, do the following:

1. Align the endcap with the pocket in the trim panel

located behind the rear seat.

2. Compress the opposite endcap, align it with the pocket located on the opposite side of the trim panel and release.

3. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside of the vehicle to secure it.

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To remove the cargo cover, do the following:

Cargo Tie Downs

1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully

roll it back up.

2. Compress one endcap and remove it from the

pocket in the trim panel.

3 . Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap so

that you can remove the shade from the v e W e .

There may be cargo tie downs in the rear of your vehicle that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving.

An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it in the proper storage location. When you put it back, always be sure that is securely reattached.

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Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition must be on or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active.

Press and release the back of the button in the overhead console to open the sunroof. Press the front of the button to close the sunroof. Once the sunroof is closed, press the forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position. The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays.

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Vehicle Personalization

Memory Seat

Your vehicle may have this feature. The controls are located on the driver’s door, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating and outside mirror positions.

Adjust the driver’s seat (including the seatback recliner and lumbar) and both of the outside mirrors to the desired position. Then press and hold button 1 (for driver 1) for three seconds. A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored. A second mirror and seating position can be programmed by repeating the procedure with a second driver and pressing button 2 for three seconds. Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single chime will sound, and the memory position will be recalled. If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle, the preset driver’s seat and mirror positions will be recalled if programmed to do so through the Driver Information Center (DIC). The numbers on the back of the transmitters, 1 or 2, correspond to the numbers on the memory controls.

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The seat and mirror positions can also be recalled by placing the key in the ignition if programmed to do so through the Driver Information Center (DIC). To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls or memory buttons. Two personalized exit positions can be set by first recalling the driver’s position (by pressing 1 or 2), then positioning the seat in the desired exit position for that driver. Press and hold the button with the exit symbol for three seconds. A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored. With the vehicle in PARK (P), the exit position for that driver can be recalled by pressing the exit button. The mirrors, power lumbar and recline positions will not be stored or recalled for the exit positions. If no exit position is stored, the default is all the way rearward.

Further programming for automatic seat and mirror movement can be done through the Driver Information Center (DIC). You may choose to either select or not select the following:

Automatic seat and mirror movement when the vehicle is unlocked with the remote keyless entry, automatic seat and mirror movement when a key is placed in the ignition, and automatic seat movement to the exit position when the vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

............................... 3.4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ 3.5 Other Warning Devices ................................... 3.6 Horn ............................................................. 3.6 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3.6 Turn SignaVMuItifunction Lever ......................... 3-7 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3.13 Interior Lamps ............................................. -3-1 6 Accessory Power Outlets ................ ....... 3.18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ........................ 3.18 Climate Controls ............................................ 3.19 Dual Climate Control System .......................... 3.19 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ........... 3.22 Rear Climate Control System ......................... 3.27 Steering Wheel Climate Controls ..................... 3.31 Climate Controls Personalization ..................... 3.31 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ............. 3.32 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................ 3.33 Speedometer and Odometer ........................... 3.34 Tachometer ................................................. 3.34

Safety Belt Reminder Light ............................. 3-35 Air Bag Readiness Light ................................ 3-35 Charging System Light .................................. 3-36 Voltmeter Gage ............................................ 3-36 Brake System Warning Light ....................... 3-37 Anti-Lock Brake System

Warning Light ...............................

..... 3.38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 3.39 Oil Pressure Gage ........................................ 3.41 Change Engine Oil Light ................................ 3-42 Security Light ............................................... 3-42 Cruise Control Light ...................................... 3-43 Reduced Engine Power Light ......................... 3.43 Service Four-wheel Drive

Warning Light ........................................ 3.44 Check Gages Warning Light ........................... 3.44 Gate Ajar Light ............................................. 3.44 Fuel Gage ................................................... 3.45 Low Fuel Warning Light ................................. 3-45

Section 3

Instrument Panel

Driver Information Center (DIC) ....................... 3.46 DIC Operation and Displays ........................... 3.46 DIC Warnings and Messages ......................... 3.54 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3.58 Setting the Time ........................................... 3-58 Radio with CD .............................................. 3-59 Radio with Cassette and CD .......................... 3-65 Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................. 3-74 Rear Seat Entertainment System .................... 3-83 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ................................. 3-93 Radio Personalization .................................... 3-94

Theft-Deterrent Feature

(RDS Radios) ........................................... 3-94 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....................... 3.95 DVD Distortion ............................................. 3.95 Understanding Radio Reception ...................... 3.95 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................. 3-96 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......................... 3-97 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................... 3-97 Cleaning the Video Screen ............................. 3-97 Fixed Mast Antenna ...................................... 3-97 Chime Level Adjustment ................................ 3-97

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Exterior Lamp Controls B. Air Outlets C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Ignition Switch F. Transfer Case Controls or Traction Control Button G. Rear Window WasherMiper H. Audio System I. Climate Controls J. Hood Release K. Ashtray L. Shift Lever M. Lighter N. Accessory Power Outlet 0. Rear Window Defogger P. Glove Box

Hazard Warning Flashers

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Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.

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The button for the hazard warning flashers is located on top of the steering column.

Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad. Tilt Wheel

You should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. The tilt lever is located on the driver’s side of the steering column, under the turn signal lever.

You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. To turn off the flashers, press the button again until it clicks and then release it. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices

If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (I00 m) behind your vehicle.

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Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following:

00 : Turn and Lane Change Signals a : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

Flash-to-Pass Feature

: Windshield Wipers

8 : Windshield Washer

: Cruise Control (If Equipped)

Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.

An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. The bottom of the outside rearview mirrors may also be equipped with lane change indicators. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.

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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-85 and check for burned-out bulbs. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working. Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel. To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward you. Then release it.

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When the high beams are on, this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on.

Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it. If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you. The high-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on. Release the lever to return to normal operation. Windshield Wipers

(Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to

mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on mist longer.

0 (Off): To stop the wipers, move the band to off.

(Windshield Wipers): Turn the band to control the

windshield wipers. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to the top of the lever, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the second solid band past the delay settings. To stop the wipers, move the band to off. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. RainsenseTM Wipers Your vehicle may be equipped with RainsenseTM windshield wipers. When active, these wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and automatically turn on the wipers. The moisture sensor is located next to the inside rearview mirror and is mounted on the windshield. To turn on the RainsenseTM feature, the wipers must be set to one of the five delay settings on the multifunction lever. Each of the five settings adjusts the sensitivity

the higher

of the rainsensor. For more wipes, select settings; for fewer wipes, select the lower settings located closer to off on the multifunction lever. The rainsensor will automatically control the frequency of the wipes from off to high speed according to the weather conditions. The wipers can be left in a rainsense mode even when it is not raining.

Notice: Turn the windshield wiper band on the multifunction lever to off to avoid wiper damage when going through an automatic car wash. Windshield Washer

(Windshield Washer): To spray washer fluid on the

windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.

In 1- -ezing weather, don until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

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Rear Window Washermiper

Cruise Control

This control is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.

To turn the rear wiper on, turn the control to either 1 , 2, or 3. For delayed wiping, turn the control to 1 or 2. For steady wiping, turn the control to 3. To turn the wiper off, turn the control to 0. To wash the rear window, press the washer symbol located in the center of the control. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer. If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window, check the fluid level.

I (On): Move the switch to this position to

control system on,

turn the

t (Resume/Accelerate): Move the switch position to resume a set speed or to accelerate. @ (Set): Press this button, located at the end of the lever, to set a speed.

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0 (Off): This position turns the cruise control system

off and cancels memory of a set speed. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off.

0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.

0 Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.

Setting Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to on. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and

release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal will not go down.

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CRUISE

United States

Canada

The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the cruise control is engaged. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume/accelerate. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch at resume/accelerate, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at resume/accelerate.

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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed:

0 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher

speed. Press the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch briefly to resume/accelerate. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control

Press in the set button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, briefly press the set button. Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Mills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to turn off the cruise control: 0 Step lightly on the brake pedal. 0 Move the cruise switch to off, or 0 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N). Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

Exterior Lamps

Your exterior lamps knob is located on your instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

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/ (Off): Turn the knob to this symbol and release it to turn off the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamps. An indicator will illuminate when the position is selected. ...

(Automatic DRUAHL): Turning the knob to this

symbol puts the system into automatic headlamp mode. An indicator will illuminate when the position is selected.

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(Parking Lamps): Turn the knob to this symbol to

:oo: manually turn on the following:

Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps 3 Instrument Panel Lights

/ Zo (Headlamps): Turn the knob to this symbol to turn

on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be on. Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel. Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on. The system may also turn on your lights when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel. This is normal. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems, 3-1 4

so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay. If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is off. Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake, shift out of park or turn the exterior lamp control to the off position as described in “Exterior Lamps”. Lamps On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver’s door is open and your ignition is in LOCK or ACCESSORY. To turn the tone off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise. In the automatic mode, the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in LOCK.

Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:

The ignition is on, the exterior lamps knob is in automatic headlamp mode, the light sensor detects daytime light, and the transmission is not in PARK (P).

When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps.

Fog Lamps

Your vehicle may have this for better vision in foggy or ignition must be in RUN for

feature. Use your fog lamps misty conditions. Your your fog lamps to work.

The fog lamp button is located on the instrument panel to the right of the exterior lamps knob.

Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the button again to turn them off. A light will glow near the button when the fog lamps are on. Fog lamps will turn off whenever your high-beam headlamps are on.

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Interior Lamps instrument Panel Brightness

Press the knob located next to the exterior lamps knob to extend it. Adjust the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps. Press the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it.

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Dome Lamp Override

The dome override button is located below the exterior lamps knob.

To turn the dome lamps off, press the button. The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open. This will override the illuminated entry feature unless you use your keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press the button again. The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature. When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on the dome override button is in the “out” position. When all the doors are closed, the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then turn off automatically.

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If you use your keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle, the interior lights will come on for a short time whether or not the dome override is on. Exit Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle. With the dome override button in the “out” position, these lights will stay on for a short period of time and then will go out. Reading Lamps

Press the lens on the lamp located above the doors to turn the reading lamps on and off.

Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door unless the dome lamp override is pressed in. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps knob, all the way up to the top detent position. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on until they are turned off. Battery Run-Down Protection

This feature shuts off the dome, courtesy, vanity, and reading lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep your battery from running down. If the battery run-down protection shuts off the interior lamps, it may be necessary to do one of the following to return to normal operation:

lamps and close all doors, or

Shut off all turn the ignition key to RUN.

This feature will also turn off the parking lamps and headlamps under most circumstances, if they are left on. If you would like to turn them back on, turn the exterior lamps knob.

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Accessory Power Outlets

Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets. With the accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. The first outlet is located to the right of the cigarette lighter on the instrument panel. The second outlet is located on the rear of the center console. Remove the cover from the outlet to use the outlet. Be sure to put the cover back on when not using the accessory power outlet. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adaptor fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets.

Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment.

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Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have this feature. The front ashtray is removable and fits into the front cupholder. Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. To remove the front ashtray, pull the covered bin out of the cupholder. To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

Climate Controls

Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.

@ (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. If the knob is in off outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed based on the position of the mode knob. The temperature can still be adjusted using the temperature knob. Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle.

To change the current mode, select one of the following: ;j' (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. rf;' (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets; then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets. A little air is directed toward the windshield and the side window outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor outlets. tg (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with a little air directed to the windshield and the side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot be selected while in floor mode.

(Recirculation): Recirculation mode is used to

recirculate the air inside of your vehicle. When this button is pressed, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is active. Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and/or dust from entering your vehicle or to help cool the air inside of your vehicle more quickly. The air conditioning compressor will also come on when this mode is activated. While in recirculation mode, the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp. To clear the fog, select either the blend or defrost mode and increase fan speed. Recirculation mode shuts off when the engine is turned off.

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Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Slide the lever up or down to adjust the temperature. Passenger’s Side: The lever on the right side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Slide the lever up or down to adjust the temperature. This lever also adjusts the temperature to the rear seat outlets. When the temperature outside is 0°F (-18°C) or lower, use the engine coolant heater, if equipped, to provide warmer faster to your vehicle.

a (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the

air-conditioning system on or off. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on and the system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal.

Defogging and Defrosting

Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select one of the following modes: +3 (Defog): This mode directs the air to the floor outlets, windshield and side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot be selected while in defog mode.

9 (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the

windshield and the side window outlets, with only a little air directed to the floor outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging. The recirculation button cannot be selected while in defrost mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.

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Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow. Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the vent setting to direct outside air through your vehicle. Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle and out the air exhaust valves. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning is running, unless you have selected recirculation mode.

Rear Window Defogger The lines you see n n +hn ear window warrr ++e glass.

Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is active. The rear window defogger will automatically turn off approximately ten minutes after the button is pressed. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button will activate them. Notice: Don’t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.

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Operation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the fan knob all the way to the right for a few moments before driving. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your window. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System

Your vehicle may have the optional dual automatic climate control system. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.

When your vehicle is first started, the display will show the driver’s temperature setting and air delivery mode for five seconds. Then it will show the outside temperature.

0 (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate

control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the floor. Press the AUTO button, the mode button, the fan arrows, or either temperature knob to turn the system on.

** 4tJ (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor, instrument panel, or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the mode button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed. Driver’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and the word ”DRIVER” will light up. This knob can also adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting simultaneously if the two zones art! linked. The words “DRIVER and PASS” will then light up. Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and the word “PASS” will light up. The passenger’s temperature setting can be set to match and link to the driver’s temperature setting by pressing and holding the AUTO button for three seconds. By adjusting the driver’s side temperature setting, the passenger’s side temperature setting will follow and both “DRIVER and PASS” will be displayed. The passenger’s side temperature setting also resets and relinks to the driver’s side temperature setting if the vehicle has been off for more than two hours.

Automatic Operation

AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active, the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, and the fan speed. Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1.

Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over approximately 40°F (4°C). The air inlet will normally be set to outside air. If it’s hot outside, the air inlet will automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. To find your comfort setting, start with a 72°F (22°C) temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Turn the driver’s or passenger’s side temperature knob to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If you choose the temperature setting of 60°F (lSOC), the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting. If you choose the temperature setting of 90°F (32”C), the system will remain at the maximum heat setting. Choosing either maximum setting may not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster.

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Manual Operation To change the current setting, select one of the

following: v (Fan): This button allows you to manually

adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. The display will change to show you the selected fan speed and the driver’s side temperature setting for five seconds. we. V (Mode): Press this button to manually change the direction of the airflow in your vehicle. Keep pressing the button until the desired mode appears on the display. The display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode and the driver’s temperature setting for five seconds. f;’ (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. +2 (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of

the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. A little air is directed toward the windshield and the side window outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets. +A (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets. Some air also comes out of the defroster 3-24

and side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot be selected in floor mode. & (Recirculation): Press this button to turn recirculation mode on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light in the button will also come on to let you know that it is activated. Recirculation mode is used to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle. Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and/or dust from entering your vehicle or inside of your vehicle more quickly. Recirculation mode can be used with vent and bi-level modes, but it cannot be used with floor, defog or defrost modes. If the weather is cold and damp, the system may cause the windows to fog while using recirculation mode. If the windows do start to fog, select defog or defrost mode.

to help cool the air

a A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button

to

manually turn the air conditioning system on or off. When the system is on, the system will automatically begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. If you select air conditioning off while in front defrost or defog mode, the air conditioning off symbol will flash to let you know this is not allowed. You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal.

the air conditioning

% (Air Conditioning Off): When you turn the air conditioning off, this symbol will appear on the display. When the air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run automatically. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass, This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield. +3 (Defog): Use this setting or moisture. This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets. @ (Front Defrost): Press the front defrost defrost the windshield. The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer, your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.

to clear the windows of fog

button to

Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.

Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off.

An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need additional warming time, press the button again.

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Operation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow. or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the fan knob all the way to the right for a few moments before driving. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your window. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.

Notice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow. Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the vent setting to direct outside air through your vehicle. Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle and out the air exhaust valves. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning compressor is running, unless you have the recirculation button pushed in.

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Rear Climate Control System Your vehicle has one of the following rear comfort control systems. With either system, the rear comfort controls will be disabled when the front comfort control system is in defrost. This occurs to provide maximum airflow to clear the windshield.

TrailBlazer

The temperature of the air coming through the rear outlets is determined by the front passenger’s temperature setting. Press the PWR button to turn the rear comfort controls on and off. Use the mode knob to change the direction of airflow (upper, bi-level or floor) to the rear seat area.

TrailBlazer

If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system, the lower buttons are used to adjust the rear seat comfort controls. The temperature of the air coming through the rear outlets is determined by the front passenger’s temperature setting. The button with the up and down arrows on it regulates the fan speed. The mode button can be used to change the direction of airflow (upper, bi-level or floor) to the rear seat area. To turn the rear comfort controls off, press the lower PWR button.

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Outlet Adjustment

TrailBlazer EXT To operate the rear air conditioning system, the front air conditioning system must be on. With the front air conditioning system off, the rear system controls can only be used to circulate air in the rear of the vehicle. To adjust the airflow speed, turn the fan knob (driver override switch), located on the floor console to 1, 2 or 3. The rear mode and temperature position will now mimic the front control system mode and passenger side temperature.

Your vehicle may have rear seat outlets that can be used to adjust the airflow toward either seating area, the floor or upward. Move the control in the center of each outlet in any direction to direct airflow.

TrailBlazer EXT

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is selected in the front

;;” (Panel): When panel mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the four headliner outlets. +s;’ (Bi-level): When bi-level mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the four headliner outlets and the third seat floor outlet. tg (Floor): When floor mode controller, the rear system will distribute air from the third seat floor outlet. +3 (Defog): When defog mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the third seat floor outlet. @ (Defrost): When defrost mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the third seat floor outlet. To activate the second row seat controls in the following systems, set the fan knob, located on the front console, to R.

TrailBlazer EXT

Turn the knobs on the control panel to choose a fan speed, temperature and direction of airflow. Selecting panel mode will deliver air to the four headliner outlets. Selecting bi-level mode will deliver warmer air to the third seat floor outlet and cooler air to the headliner outlets. Selecting floor mode will deliver air to the floor outlet located in the third seat area.

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Press the buttons at the bottom of the audio control panel to adjust the fan speed, mode and temperature for the rear passengers. The selections will be shown on the display. Press the rear fan control button with the arrow pointing right to turn the rear climate control on. Toggle this button to adjust the air flow speed. To turn the rear system off, toggle the left arrow until the display turns off.

TrailBlazer EXT

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Steering Wheel Climate Controls

You can adjust the fan speed and temperature of the front climate control system by using the buttons located on your steering wheel.

Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you can store and recall the climate control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed for two different drivers. The personal choice settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle. After the button with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver. The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) located on the driver’s door. When adjustments are made, the new settings are automatically saved for the driver.

@ (Fan): Press the up or down arrow on this switch to increase or decrease the fan speed. & (Temperature): Press the up or down arrow on this switch to increase or decrease the temperature of the air flowing through the system.

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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.

Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly-and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Your vehicle may also have a Driver Information Center (DIC) that works along with the warning lights and gages. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-46.

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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other thing you’ll need to-know to drive safely and economically.

United States version shown, Canada similar

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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Simply press the trip odometer button. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. The new one will be set to the correct millage total of the old odometer. Trip Odometer