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Introduction
Contents California Proposition 65 Warning
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

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Canadian Vehicle Owners { Danger Symbols
A French language manual can be obtained Danger indicates a hazard with a high The vehicle has components and labels that
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
level of risk which will result in serious
or from: shown along with the text describing the
injury or death.
operation or information relating to a
Propriétaires Canadiens specific component, control, message, gauge,
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide or indicator.
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
{ Warning
l'adresse suivante: Warning indicates a hazard that could M : Shown when the owner’s manual has
result in injury or death. additional instructions or information.
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service * : Shown when the service manual has
47911 Halyard Drive additional instructions or information.
Caution
Plymouth, MI 48170 0 : Shown when there is more information
USA Caution indicates a hazard that could
on another page — “see page.”
result in property or vehicle damage.
Using this Manual Vehicle Symbol Chart
To quickly locate information about the Here are some additional symbols that may
vehicle, use the Index in the back of the be found on the vehicle and what they
manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is mean. See the features in this manual for
in the manual and the page number where information.
it can be found. u : Air Conditioning System
Danger, Warning, and Caution A circle with a slash through it is a safety G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do
Warning messages found on vehicle labels 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
and in this manual describe hazards and
what to do to avoid or reduce them. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$ : Brake System Warning Light
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9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water I : Registered Technician
B : Engine Coolant Temperature / : Remote Vehicle Start
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited h : Risk of Electrical Fire
H : Flammable > : Seat Belt Reminders
[ : Forward Collision Alert I : Side Blind Zone Alert
R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location h : Stop/Start
+ : Fuses 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed a : Under Pressure
| : Lane Change Alert k : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
@ : Lane Departure Warning
A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
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Keys, Doors, and Keys and Locks If the vehicle has the Keyless Access system,
the remote key has a button on the side of
Windows Keys the remote key used to remove the key.
This key is used for the driver door and
Keys and Locks { Warning glove box.
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Leaving children in a vehicle with a
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
remote key is dangerous and children or
Vehicle Security others could be seriously injured or killed.
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 They could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the vehicle
Interior Mirrors move. The windows will function with
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 the remote key in the vehicle, and
Windows children or others could be caught in the
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 path of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with a remote key.

Press the button to remove the key. Never

pull the key out without pressing the
button.
See your dealer if a replacement key or
additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect
the key blade for debris. Periodically clean
with a brush or pick.
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With an active OnStar or connected service Keyless Access
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely Warning (Continued)
unlock the vehicle. See your owner’s heat and can suffer permanent injuries
manual. or even death from heat stroke.
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Always lock the vehicle whenever
Assistance Program 0 150. leaving it.
. Outsiders can easily enter through an
If equipped with memory seats, remote keys
1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of unlocked door when you slow down
memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 15. or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.
Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock
the vehicle.
{ Warning
From outside: If equipped, the remote key must be within
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Use the remote key. 1 m (3 ft) of the tailgate or door being
. Passengers, especially children, can
. Use Keyless Access, if equipped. opened or locked. Press the button on the
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors can be . Use the key in the driver door or the door handle to open. See “Keyless Access
unlocked and opened while the vehicle passenger door, if equipped. Operation” in your owner’s manual.
is moving. The chance of being thrown From inside, pull the door handle once to Free-Turning Locks
out of the vehicle in a crash is unlock the door. Pull the handle again to The door key lock cylinder turns freely when
increased if the doors are not locked. open the door. either the wrong key is used, or the correct
So, all passengers should wear seat key is not fully inserted. The free-turning
belts properly and the doors should be See your owner’s manual.
door lock feature prevents the lock cylinder
locked whenever the vehicle is driven. from being forced open. To reset the lock
. Young children who get into unlocked cylinder, ensure the correct key is fully
vehicles may be unable to get out. inserted into the lock cylinder. Rotate the
A child can be overcome by extreme key until you feel the lock cylinder click
(Continued)
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back into place. Remove the key and remote key will start the vehicle. If the remote keys, see "Programming Remote
reinsert fully, rotate the key to unlock the remote key is ever damaged, you may not Keys to the Vehicle" in your owner’s
vehicle. be able to start your vehicle. manual.
When trying to start the vehicle, the Do not leave the remote key or device that
Vehicle Security security light may come on briefly when the disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft
ignition is turned on. If the engine does not system in the vehicle.
Immobilizer Operation start and the security light stays on, there is
a problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
Interior Mirrors
If the vehicle will not change ignition modes Rear Camera Mirror
(accessory mode, on, off), and the remote If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
key appears to be undamaged, try another provides a wide angle camera view of the
remote key. Or, you may try placing the area behind the vehicle.
remote key in the remote key pocket
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
located in the center console. See your
system.
owner’s manual.
The system does not have to be manually
If the ignition mode will not change with
armed or disarmed.
the other remote key or with the remote
The vehicle is automatically immobilized key in the remote key pocket, your vehicle
when the vehicle is turned off. needs service. If the ignition does change
The system is automatically disarmed when modes, the first remote key may be faulty.
the ignition is turned from off to on. See your dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a new
The security light, in the instrument cluster, remote key programmed to the vehicle.
comes on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent system. It is possible for the immobilizer system to
learn new or replacement remote keys. Up
The system has one or more remote keys to eight remote keys can be programmed
matched to an immobilizer control unit in for the vehicle. To program additional
your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
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Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the The adjustment options are:
tab to turn it off. When off the mirror is
automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a
clear view of the area behind the vehicle
while the display is off.

. Tilt
. Brightness

Press V to scroll through the adjustment

options.
Press t and u to adjust the settings using
the indicators on the mirror. The indicators
will remain visible for five seconds after the
last button activation, and the settings will
remain saved.

. Zoom
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See your dealer for service if a blue screen
{ Warning and 3 are displayed in the mirror, and
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
limited view. Portions of the road, indicated to return to the automatic
vehicles, and other objects may not be dimming mode.
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
using only this camera. Objects may properly or display a clear image if:
appear closer than they are. Check the . There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
outside mirrors or glance over your This may obstruct objects from view.
shoulder when making lane changes or If needed, push the tab to turn off the
merging. Failure to use proper care may display.
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. . Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
Troubleshooting damp cloth. Windows
. The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the { Warning
mounting angle of the camera has Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
changed. pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
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The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to

improve fuel economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound when either
rear window is down and the front windows
are up. To reduce the sound, open either a
front window or the sunroof, if equipped.
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Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 31
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . 31
Head Restraints
What Will You See after an Airbag
Head Restraints Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 { Warning
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 With head restraints that are not
Front Seats Servicing the Airbag-Equipped installed and adjusted properly, there is a
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 greater chance that occupants will suffer
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Adding Equipment to the a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 drive until the head restraints for all
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 occupants are installed and adjusted
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . 17 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a properly.
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Rear Seats Front Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Child Restraints
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 The vehicle's front seats have adjustable
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 head restraints in the outboard seating
Seat Belts Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 positions.
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 21 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 25 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Belt in the Front Passenger Seat) . . . . . 58
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Airbag System Belt in the Center Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . 61
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 30
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Adjust the head restraint so that the top of Rear Head Restraints If you are installing a child restraint in the
the restraint is at the same height as the rear seat, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
The vehicle’s rear seat has head restraints in
top of the occupant's head. This position Children (LATCH System) 0 44.
the outboard seating positions that cannot
reduces the chance of a neck injury in a Center Headrest
be adjusted.
crash.
The vehicle’s rear seat may be equipped
with a headrest in the center seating
position that cannot be adjusted.
If you are installing a child restraint in the
rear seat, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 44.

Front Seats
Seat Adjustment
{ Warning
The head restraint can be folded forward to You can lose control of the vehicle if you
To raise or lower the head restraint, press
allow for better visibility when the rear seat try to adjust a driver seat while the
the button on the side of the head restraint
is unoccupied. To fold the head restraint,
and pull up or push the head restraint down vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat
press the button on the side of the head
and release the button. only when the vehicle is not moving.
restraint.
Pull and push on the head restraint after the
When an occupant is in the seat, always
button is released to make sure that it is
return the head restraint to the upright
locked in place.
position until it locks into place. Push and
The front seat outboard head restraints are pull on the head restraint to make sure that
not removable. it is locked.
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Power Seat Adjustment Some vehicles are equipped with a feature
that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the
driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes.
See Driver Assistance Systems 0 103.

Reclining Seatbacks
{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when the
vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Even when buckled up, the seat belts
cannot do their job.
To adjust a manual seat: The shoulder belt will not be against
1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat. your body. Instead, it will be in front of
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and you. In a crash, you could go into it,
. Move the seat forward or rearward by
release the handle. receiving neck or other injuries.
sliding the control forward or rearward.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to . Raise or lower the front part of the seat The lap belt could go up over your
be sure it is locked in place. cushion by moving the front of the abdomen. The belt forces would be there,
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining control up or down. not at your pelvic bones. This could cause
Seatbacks 0 13. . Raise or lower the seat by moving the serious internal injuries.
To adjust the lumbar support, if equipped, rear of the control up or down. For proper protection when the vehicle is
see your owner’s manual. To adjust the seatback, see Reclining in motion, have the seatback upright.
Seatbacks 0 13. Then sit well back in the seat and wear
the seat belt properly.
To adjust the lumbar support, see your
owner’s manual.
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2. Push and pull on the seatback to make
sure it is locked.
Power Reclining Seatbacks

Do not have a seatback reclined if the To adjust a manual seatback:

vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever.
Manual Reclining Seatbacks The seatback will automatically fold
forward.
To recline a power seatback, if equipped:
{ Warning 2. To recline, move the seatback rearward
. Tilt the top of the control rearward to
If either seatback is not locked, it could to the desired position, then release the
recline.
move forward in a sudden stop or crash. lever to lock the seatback in place.
. Tilt the top of the control forward to
That could cause injury to the person 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make
raise.
sitting there. Always push and pull on sure it is locked.
the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. To return the seatback to the upright
position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying
pressure to the seatback, and the
seatback will return to the upright
position.
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Memory Seats section. The memory recalls may be 3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or
canceled at any time during the recall. See remote key. The DIC welcome message
“Cancel Memory Seating Recalls” later in this should display the driver number of the
section. initial remote key.
Identifying Driver Number Saving Seating Positions
The vehicle identifies the current driver by Read these instructions completely before
their remote key number 1–8. The current saving memory positions.
remote key number may be identified by To save preferred driving positions to
Driver Information Center (DIC) welcome 1 and 2:
message, “You are driver x for memory
recalls.” This message is displayed the first 1. Turn the vehicle on or to accessory
few times the vehicle is turned on when a mode. A DIC welcome message may
different remote key is used. For Seat Entry indicate the driver number of the current
Memory to work properly, save positions to remote key. See “Identifying Driver
Overview the 1 or 2 memory button matching the Number” previously in this section.
If equipped, the memory seat feature allows driver number of this welcome message. To 2. Adjust all available memory features to
drivers to save their unique driving positions aid in identifying remote key IDs, it is the desired driving position.
and a shared exit position. See “Saving recommended to only carry one remote key 3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound.
Seating Positions” later in this section. The when entering the vehicle. Perform the
following if the welcome message is not 4. Immediately upon releasing SET, press
saved positions can be recalled manually by
displayed: and hold memory button 1 or 2 matching
all drivers, see “Manually Recalling Seating
the current Driver’s remote key number
Positions” later in this section, and drivers 1. Move all keys and remote keys away until two beeps sound. If too much time
with remote key 1 and 2 can also recall from the vehicle. passes between releasing SET and
them automatically. See “Auto Seat Entry
2. Start the vehicle with another remote pressing 1 or 2, the two beeps will not
Memory Recall” or “Auto Seat Exit Memory
key. A DIC welcome message should sound indicating memory position were
Recall” later in this section. To enable
display indicating the driver number of not saved. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to try
automatic recalls, turn on Seat Entry
the other remote key. Turn the vehicle again.
Memory and/or Seat Exit Memory. See
off and remove the other key or remote
“Enabling Automatic Recalls” later in this
key from the vehicle.
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5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other remote . Seat Exit Memory moves the driver seat If the saved memory seat position does not
key 1 or 2 using the other 1 or 2 memory to the preferred exit position of the B automatically recall, verify the recall is
button. button when the vehicle is turned off and enabled. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls”
It is recommended to save the preferred the door is opened. Select Settings > previously in this section.
driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are Vehicle > Seating Position > Seat Exit If the memory seat recalls to the wrong
the only driver. Memory > Select ON or OFF. See “Auto position, the driver’s remote key number 1
Seat Exit Memory Recall” later in this or 2 may not match the memory button
To save the common exit seating position to section. number positions they were saved to. Try
B that is used by all drivers for Manually Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall the other remote key or try saving the
Recalling Seating Positions and Auto Seat positions to the other 1 or 2 memory
Exit Memory Recall features, repeat Steps 1– Seat Entry Memory will automatically begin button. See “Saving Seating Positions”
4 using B, the exit button. movement to the seating positions of the 1 previously in this section.
or 2 button corresponding to the driver’s
Manually Recalling Seating Positions remote key number 1 or 2 detected by the Automatic Seat Entry Memory recalls are
Press and hold 1, 2, or B button until the vehicle when: only available for driver’s remote key
. The vehicle is turned ON. numbers 1 and 2. Remote keys 3–8 will not
recall is complete, to recall the positions
provide Seat Entry Memory recalls.
previously saved to that button. . Seating positions have been previously
saved to the same 1 or 2 button. See Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall
Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2 or
“Saving Seating Positions” previously in Seat Exit Memory will begin movement to
B buttons may be initiated and will this section.
complete to the saved memory position if the seating position of the B
. Seat Entry Memory is enabled. See button when:
the vehicle is in or out of P (Park).
“Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in . The vehicle is turned off and the driver
Enabling Automatic Recalls this section.
. Seat Entry Memory moves the driver seat
door is open or opened within a
. The vehicle is in P (Park). short time.
to the selected 1 or 2 position when the
vehicle is started. Select Settings > Vehicle Seat Entry Memory Recall will continue if . A seating position has been previously
> Seating Position > Seat Entry Memory > the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to been saved to the B memory button.
ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory reaching the saved memory position. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously
Recall” later in this section. in this section.
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. Seat Exit Memory is enabled. See Obstructions
“Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in
If something has blocked the seat while
this section.
recalling a memory position, the recall may
. The vehicle is in P (Park). stop. Remove the obstruction and try the
Seat Exit Memory recall will continue if the recall again. If the memory position still
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to does not recall, see your dealer.
reaching the saved memory position.
Heated and Ventilated Front
Seat Exit Memory is not linked to the
driver’s remote key. The seating position Seats
saved to B is used for all drivers.
{ Warning
Cancel Memory Seating Recalls
If temperature change or pain to the skin Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown,
. During any memory recall:
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause Heated Seat Buttons Similar
Press a power seat control burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use
Press SET memory button care when using the seat heater, If equipped, the buttons are on the center
. During Manual memory recall: especially for long periods of time. Do stack. To operate, the engine must be
not place anything on the seat that running.
Release 1, 2, or B memory button insulates against heat, such as a blanket,
. During Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall: Press I or + to heat the driver or
cushion, cover, or similar item. This may passenger seatback only.
Turn vehicle off cause the seat heater to overheat. An
Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons overheated seat heater may cause a burn Press J or z to heat the driver or
or may damage the seat. passenger seat cushion and seatback.
. During Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall:
Press C or { to ventilate the driver or
Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons
passenger seat.
The indicator light on the button comes on
when this feature is on.
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Press the button once for the highest To enable or disable auto heated or Rear Seats
setting. With each press of the button, the ventilated seats, select Settings > Vehicle >
seat will change to the next lower setting, Climate and Air Quality > Auto Cooled or Rear Seat Reminder
and then to the off setting. The indicator Auto Heated Seats > ON or OFF.
lights next to the buttons indicate three for If equipped, the message REAR SEAT
Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays
the highest setting and one for the lowest.
If the heated seats are on high for If equipped, the heated seats will turn on under certain conditions indicating there
30 minutes, their level will automatically be automatically during a remote start if it is may be an item or passenger in the rear
lowered. cold outside and the ventilated seats will seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
turn on automatically if it is hot outside. This feature will activate when a second row
Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats If equipped, the heated steering wheel will door is opened while the vehicle is on or up
When the vehicle is on, this feature, turn on automatically during a remote start to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned
if enabled, will automatically activate the if it is cold outside. The heated and on. There will be an alert when the vehicle
heated or ventilated seats at the level ventilated seat indicators and heated is turned off. The alert does not directly
required by the vehicle’s interior steering wheel indicator may come on detect objects in the rear seat; instead,
temperature. during this operation. under certain conditions, it detects when a
The active high, medium, low, or off heated The heated and ventilated seats and heated rear door is opened and closed, indicating
or ventilated seat level will be indicated by steering wheel may cancel when the vehicle that there may be something in the
the manual heated or ventilated seat is started. These features can be manually rear seat.
buttons on the center stack. Use the manual selected after the vehicle is turned on. The feature is active only once each time
heated or ventilated seat buttons on the The temperature performance of an the vehicle is turned on and off, and will
center stack to turn auto heated or unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is require reactivation by opening and closing
ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is normal. the second row doors. There may be an
unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated alert even when there is nothing in the rear
seats feature will not activate that seat. To enable or disable remote start heated or seat; for example, if a child entered the
If equipped with a heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, select Settings > Vehicle > vehicle through the rear door and left the
the auto heated steering wheel activation Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.
will follow the heated seat auto activation Start Auto Heat Seats or Remote Start Auto
and the heated wheel indicator will follow Cool Seats > ON or OFF. See your owner’s
the state of the steering wheel heat. manual.
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The feature can be turned on or off. Select Heated Rear Seats
Settings > Vehicle > Rear Seat Reminder >
ON or OFF.
{ Warning
Folding the Rear Seat Cushion If you cannot feel temperature change or
Either side of the rear seat cushion can be pain to the skin, the seat heater may
folded up for added cargo space. cause burns. See the Warning under
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 17.
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
still fastened may cause damage to the
seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
the seat belts and return them to their To fold the seat, slowly pull the seat
normal stowed position before folding a cushion up.
rear seat.
To return the seat to the normal seating
Make sure that nothing is on the seat position, slowly pull the seat cushion down.
cushion.
{ Warning
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not
properly attached, or twisted will not
provide the protection needed in a crash. If available, the buttons are on the rear of
The person wearing the belt could be the center console. To operate, the engine
seriously injured. After restoring the seat must be running.
to the normal seating position, always Press M or L to heat the left or right
check to be sure that the seat belts are outboard seat cushion. An indicator on the
properly routed and attached, and are climate control display appears when this
not twisted. feature is on.
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This feature turns on at the highest setting. Seat Belts This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to
With each press of the button, the heated buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt
seat changes to the next lower setting, and This section describes how to use seat belts Reminders 0 63.
then the off setting. Three lights indicate properly, and some things not to do.
the highest setting, and one light indicates Why Seat Belts Work
the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, { Warning
the level may automatically be lowered
Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt
after approximately 30 minutes.
cannot be worn properly. In a crash,
Remote Start Heated Seats if you or your passenger(s) are not
If equipped, the heated seats will turn on wearing seat belts, injuries can be much
automatically during a remote start if it is worse than if you are wearing seat belts.
cold outside. The heated seat indicators may You can be seriously injured or killed by
come on during this operation. The heated hitting things inside the vehicle harder or
seats may cancel when the vehicle is by being ejected from the vehicle. In
started. These features can be manually addition, anyone who is not buckled up
selected with the heated seat buttons after can strike other passengers in the vehicle.
the vehicle is turned on.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
The temperature performance of an When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is In a collision, passengers riding in these
normal. suddenly, you keep going until something
areas are more likely to be seriously stops you. It could be the windshield, the
To enable or disable remote start heated injured or killed. Do not allow passengers instrument panel, or the seat belts!
seats, select Settings > Vehicle > Remote to ride in any area of the vehicle that is
Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote Start Auto not equipped with seats and seat belts. When you wear a seat belt, you and the
Heat Seats > ON or OFF. See your owner’s vehicle slow down together. There is more
manual. Always wear a seat belt, and check that time to stop because you stop over a longer
all passenger(s) are restrained distance and, when worn properly, your
properly too. strongest bones take the forces from the
seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts
makes such good sense.
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Questions and Answers About Seat Belts Infants and Young Children 0 39. Review If you slid under it, the belt would apply
and follow the rules for children in addition force on your abdomen. This could cause
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a
to the following rules. serious or even fatal injuries.
crash if I am wearing a seat belt?
It is very important for all occupants to . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder
A: You could be — whether you are and across the chest. These parts of the
buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted
wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance body are best able to take belt
people are hurt more often in crashes than
of being conscious during and after a restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks
those who are wearing seat belts.
crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, if there is a sudden stop or crash.
is much greater if you are belted. There are important things to know about
wearing a seat belt properly.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I { Warning
have to wear seat belts? You can be seriously injured, or even
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only. killed, by not wearing your seat belt
They work with seat belts — not instead properly.
of them. Whether or not an airbag is
provided, all occupants still have to
buckle up to get the most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in all
Canadian provinces, the law requires
wearing seat belts.

How to Wear Seat Belts Properly

Follow these rules for everyone's protection. . Sit up straight and always keep your feet
There are additional things to know about on the floor in front of you (if possible).
seat belts and children, including smaller . Wear the lap part of the belt low and
children and infants. If a child will be riding snug on the hips, just touching the
in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 38 or thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the
strong pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap belt.
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Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to Never wear the shoulder belt under both Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an
become loose or twisted. arms or behind your back. armrest.

{ Warning
The seat belt can be pinched if it is
routed under plastic trim on the seat,
such as trim around the rear seatback
folding handle or side airbag. In a crash,
pinched seat belts might not provide
adequate protection. Never allow seat
belts to be routed under plastic trim
pieces.

Always use the correct buckle for your

seating position.
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position on the seat, move the seat
{ Warning rearward or recline the seat until the
You can be seriously injured or killed if shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
the shoulder belt is worn behind your Engaging the child restraint locking
back, under your legs, or wrapped around feature in the front outboard seating
your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten position may affect the passenger
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The sensing system, if equipped. See
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all Passenger Sensing System 0 32.
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go
all the way back into the retractor, but it
cannot do this if it is wrapped around
you. You may have to cut the seat belt if 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
it is locked and tightened around you. across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
Lap-Shoulder Belt pull the belt across you very quickly.
All seating positions in the vehicle have a If this happens, let the belt go back
lap-shoulder belt. slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
The following instructions explain how to If the shoulder portion of a passenger
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. belt is pulled out all the way, the child If the webbing locks in the latch plate
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, restraint locking feature may be before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch
so you can sit up straight. To see how, engaged. See Child Restraint Systems plate flat to unlock.
see “Seats” in the Index. 0 41. If this occurs, let the belt go back
all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed
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If equipped with a shoulder belt height
adjuster, move it to the height that is
right for you. See "Shoulder Belt Height
Adjuster" later in this section for
instructions on use and important safety
information.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until To unlatch the belt, push the button on the
it clicks. buckle. The belt should return to its stowed
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure position.
it is secure. If the belt is not long Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat
enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 26. belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed
Position the release button on the buckle position, the retractor may lock and cannot
so that the seat belt could be quickly 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat
unbuckled if necessary. the shoulder belt. belt straight out firmly to unlock the
webbing, and then release it. If the webbing
is still locked in the retractor, see your
dealer.
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Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt Push the release button to move the height Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while
is out of the way. If a door is slammed adjuster to the desired position. entering or exiting the vehicle or at any
against a seat belt, damage can occur to After the adjuster is set to the desired time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the
both the seat belt and the vehicle. position, try to move it down without seat belt can damage the webbing and
pushing the release button to make sure it hardware.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
has locked into position. Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
The vehicle may have a shoulder belt height
adjuster for the driver and front outboard Seat Belt Pretensioners Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide
passenger positions. This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for added seat belt comfort for older children
Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the front outboard occupants. Although the who have outgrown booster seats and for
the belt is on the shoulder and not falling seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they some adults. When installed on a shoulder
off of it. The belt should be close to, but not are part of the seat belt assembly. They can belt, the comfort guide positions the
contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt help tighten the seat belts during the early shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
height adjustment could reduce the stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near Comfort guides are available through your
effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash. See frontal, or rear crash if the threshold dealer for the rear outboard seating
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 21. conditions for pretensioner activation are positions. Instructions are included with the
met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help comfort guides.
tighten the seat belts in a side crash or
rollover event. Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
Pretensioners work only once. If the Seat belts work for everyone, including
pretensioners activate in a crash, the pregnant women. Like all occupants, they
pretensioners and probably other parts of are more likely to be seriously injured if
the vehicle's seat belt system will need to they do not wear seat belts.
be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System
Parts after a Crash 0 27.
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Seat Belt Extender loose or damaged seat belt system parts
that might keep a seat belt system from
If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around performing properly. See your dealer to
you, you should use it. have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted
But if a seat belt is not long enough, your seat belts may not protect you in a crash.
dealer will order you an extender. Only a Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
GM dealer issued extender should be used. impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
When you go in to order it, take the have it replaced immediately. If a belt is
heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender twisted, it may be possible to untwist by
will be long enough for you. To help avoid reversing the latch plate on the webbing.
personal injury, do not let someone else use If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your
it, and use it only for the seat it is made to dealer to fix it.
fit. The extender has been designed for Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
A pregnant woman should wear a adults. Never use it for securing child
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 63.
restraints. For more information on the
be worn as low as possible, below the proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt
rounding, throughout the pregnancy. the instruction sheet that comes with the Care 0 26.
The best way to protect the fetus is to extender.
protect the mother. When a seat belt is
Seat Belt Care
worn properly, it is more likely that the Safety System Check Keep belts clean and dry.
fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For Periodically check the seat belt reminder, Seat belts should be properly cared for and
pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, maintained.
making seat belts effective is wearing them shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped),
properly. and seat belt anchorages to make sure they
are all in working order. Look for any other
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Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and Replacing Seat Belt System Parts Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if
free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be after a Crash airbag readiness light stays on after you
lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. start the vehicle or while you are driving.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris { Warning See Airbag Readiness Light 0 64.
in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in A crash can damage the seat belt system
the system please see the dealer. Parts may
need to be replaced to ensure proper
in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt Airbag System
system may not properly protect the
functionality of the system. person using it, resulting in serious injury The vehicle has the following airbags:
or even death in a crash. To help make . A frontal airbag for the driver
{ Warning sure the seat belt systems are working . A frontal airbag for the front outboard
Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. properly after a crash, have them passenger
It may severely weaken the webbing. In inspected and any necessary . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
a crash, they might not be able to replacements made as soon as possible. driver
provide adequate protection. Clean and . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
rinse seat belt webbing only with mild After a minor crash, replacement of seat front outboard passenger
soap and lukewarm water. Allow the belts may not be necessary. But the seat . A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the
webbing to dry. belt assemblies that were used during any passenger seated directly behind the
crash may have been stressed or damaged. driver
See your dealer to have the seat belt
. A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard
assemblies inspected or replaced.
passenger and the passenger seated
New parts and repairs may be necessary directly behind the front outboard
even if the seat belt system was not being passenger
used at the time of the crash.
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All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on
the trim or on a label near the deployment Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
opening. replace them. Also, airbags are not crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with
For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on designed to inflate in every crash. In airbags. The driver should sit as far back
the center of the steering wheel for the some crashes seat belts are the only as possible while still maintaining control
driver and on the instrument panel for the restraint. See When Should an Airbag of the vehicle. The seat belts and the
front outboard passenger. Inflate? 0 30. front outboard passenger airbags are
For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the Wearing your seat belt during a crash most effective when you are sitting well
word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback helps reduce your chance of hitting back and upright in the seat with both
or side of the seat closest to the door. things inside the vehicle or being ejected feet on the floor.
For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on from it. Airbags are “supplemental Occupants should not lean on or sleep
the ceiling or trim. restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in against the door or side windows in
the vehicle should wear a seat belt seating positions with seat-mounted side
Airbags are designed to supplement the
properly, whether or not there is an impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.
protection provided by seat belts. Even
though today's airbags are also designed to airbag for that person.
help reduce the risk of injury from the force
of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate { Warning
very quickly to do their job. { Warning Children who are up against, or very
Here are the most important things to know Because airbags inflate with great force close to, any airbag when it inflates can
about the airbag system: and faster than the blink of an eye, be seriously injured or killed. Always
anyone who is up against, or very close secure children properly in the vehicle. To
{ Warning to, any airbag when it inflates can be read how, see Older Children 0 38 or
seriously injured or killed. Do not sit Infants and Young Children 0 39.
You can be severely injured or killed in a unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you
crash if you are not wearing your seat would be if sitting on the edge of the
belt, even with airbags. Airbags are seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help
designed to work with seat belts, not keep you in position before and during a
(Continued) (Continued)
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The driver frontal airbag is in the center of
the steering wheel.

There is an airbag readiness light on the

instrument cluster, which shows the airbag
symbol.
The system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light tells you
if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0 64. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
The driver and front outboard passenger
Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger frontal airbag seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the
is in the passenger side instrument panel. side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
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Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in
Warning (Continued) moderate to severe frontal crashes to help
do not attach or put anything on the reduce the potential for severe injuries,
steering wheel hub or on or near any mainly to the driver's or front outboard
other airbag covering. passenger's head and chest.
Do not use seat accessories that block the Whether the frontal airbags will or should
inflation path of a seat-mounted side inflate is not based primarily on how fast
impact airbag. the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what
is hit, the direction of the impact, and how
Never secure anything to the roof of a quickly the vehicle slows down.
vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash
rope or tie-down through any door or speeds depending on whether the vehicle
Driver Side Crew Cab Shown, Passenger Side window opening. If you do, the path of hits an object straight on or at an angle,
Double and Regular Cabs Similar an inflating roof-rail airbag will be and whether the object is fixed or moving,
blocked. rigid or deformable, narrow or wide.
The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front
outboard passenger, and second row Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate
outboard passengers are in the ceiling above When Should an Airbag Inflate? during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts,
the side windows. This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See or many side impacts.
Airbag System 0 27. Airbags are designed to In addition, the vehicle has advanced
{ Warning inflate if the impact exceeds the specific technology frontal airbags. Advanced
If something is between an occupant and airbag system's deployment threshold. technology frontal airbags adjust the
Deployment thresholds are used to predict restraint according to crash severity.
an airbag, the airbag might not inflate
how severe a crash is likely to be in time
properly or it might force the object into for the airbags to inflate and help restrain Seat-mounted side impact airbags are
that person causing severe injury or even the occupants. The vehicle has electronic designed to inflate in moderate to severe
death. The path of an inflating airbag sensors that help the airbag system side crashes depending on the location of
must be kept clear. Do not put anything determine the severity of the impact. the impact. These airbags may also inflate
between an occupant and an airbag, and Deployment thresholds can vary with in some moderate to severe frontal impacts.
(Continued) specific vehicle design. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not
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designed to inflate in rollovers or rear For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags should never be regarded as
impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag Airbags? 0 29. anything more than a supplement to seat
is designed to inflate on the side of the belts.
vehicle that is struck. How Does an Airbag Restrain?
Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
What Will You See after an
moderate to severe side crashes depending collisions, even belted occupants can contact Airbag Inflates?
on the location of the impact. In addition, the steering wheel or the instrument panel. After frontal and seat-mounted side impact
these roof-rail airbags may inflate during a In moderate to severe side collisions, even airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so
rollover or in a severe frontal impact. belted occupants can contact the inside of quickly that some people may not even
Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate the vehicle. realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags
in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags may Airbags supplement the protection provided may still be at least partially inflated for
inflate when either side of the vehicle is by seat belts by distributing the force of the some time after they inflate. Some
struck or if the sensing system predicts that impact more evenly over the components of the airbag module may be
the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, occupant's body. hot for several minutes. For location of the
or in a severe frontal impact. airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 29.
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
In any particular crash, no one can say designed to help contain the head and chest The parts of the airbag that come into
whether an airbag should have inflated of occupants in the outboard seating contact with you may be warm, but not too
simply because of the vehicle damage or positions in the first and second rows. The hot to touch. There may be some smoke
repair costs. rollover capable roof-rail airbags are and dust coming from the vents in the
designed to help reduce the risk of full or deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? partial ejection in rollover events, although prevent the driver from seeing out of the
In a deployment event, the sensing system no system can prevent all such ejections. windshield or being able to steer the
sends an electrical signal triggering a release vehicle, nor does it prevent people from
But airbags would not help in many types
of gas from the inflator. Gas from the leaving the vehicle.
of collisions, primarily because the
inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to occupant's motion is not toward those
break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate?
airbag, and related hardware are all part of 0 30.
the airbag module.
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off using the controls for those features. include airbag modules and possibly other
{ Warning If any of these systems are damaged in the parts. The service manual for the vehicle
When an airbag inflates, there may be crash they may not operate as normal. covers the need to replace other parts.
dust in the air. This dust could cause . The vehicle has a crash sensing and
breathing problems for people with a { Warning diagnostic module which records
history of asthma or other breathing A crash severe enough to inflate the information after a crash. See Vehicle
trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the airbags may have also damaged Data Recording and Privacy 0 153 and
vehicle should get out as soon as it is important functions in the vehicle, such Event Data Recorders 0 154.
safe to do so. If you have breathing as the fuel system, brake and steering . Let only qualified technicians work on the
problems but cannot get out of the systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears airbag systems. Improper service can
vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get to be drivable after a moderate crash, mean that an airbag system will not work
fresh air by opening a window or a door. there may be concealed damage that properly. See your dealer for service.
If you experience breathing problems could make it difficult to safely operate
following an airbag deployment, you
Passenger Sensing System
the vehicle.
should seek medical attention. The vehicle has a passenger sensing system
Use caution if you should attempt to for the front outboard passenger position.
The vehicle has a feature that may restart the engine after a crash has The passenger airbag status indicator will
automatically unlock the doors, turn on the occurred. light on the overhead console when the
interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, vehicle is started.
and shut off the fuel system after the In many crashes severe enough to inflate
airbags inflate. The feature may also the airbag, windshields are broken by
activate, without airbag inflation, after an vehicle deformation. Additional windshield
event that exceeds a predetermined breakage may also occur from the front
threshold. After turning the ignition off and outboard passenger airbag.
then on again, the fuel system will return to . Airbags are designed to inflate only once.
normal operation; the doors can be locked, After an airbag inflates, you will need
the interior lamps can be turned off, and some new parts for the airbag system. United States
the hazard warning flashers can be turned If you do not get them, the airbag
system will not be there to help protect
you in another crash. A new system will
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Whenever possible, children aged 12 and
under should be secured in a rear seating Warning (Continued)
position. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the the front seat, even if the airbag is off.
front. This is because the risk to the If securing a forward-facing child restraint
rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag in the front outboard passenger seat,
Canada inflates. always move the seat as far back as it
will go. It is better to secure child
The words ON and OFF, or the symbols for { Warning restraints in the rear seat. Consider using
on and off, will be visible during the system another vehicle to transport the child
check. When the system check is complete, A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the when a rear seat is not available.
either the word ON or OFF, or the symbol
for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is
If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that
Airbag Status Indicator 0 64. because the back of the rear-facing child will accommodate a rear-facing child
The passenger sensing system turns off the restraint would be very close to the restraint, a rear-facing child restraint should
front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflating airbag. A child in a not be installed in the vehicle, even if the
under certain conditions. No other airbag is forward-facing child restraint can be airbag is off.
affected by the passenger sensing system. seriously injured or killed if the passenger
frontal airbag inflates and the passenger The passenger sensing system is designed to
The passenger sensing system works with turn off the front outboard passenger
seat is in a forward position.
sensors that are part of the front outboard frontal airbag if:
passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors Even if the passenger sensing system has . The front outboard passenger seat is
are designed to detect the presence of a turned off the passenger frontal airbag, unoccupied.
properly seated occupant and determine if no system is fail-safe. No one can . The system determines an infant is
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag guarantee that an airbag will not deploy present in a child restraint.
should be allowed to inflate or not. under some unusual circumstance, even . A front outboard passenger takes his/her
According to accident statistics, children are though the airbag is turned off. weight off of the seat for a period
safer when properly secured in a rear seat (Continued) of time.
in the correct child restraint for their weight
and size.
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When the passenger sensing system has 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the
turned off the front outboard passenger { Warning directions provided by the child restraint
frontal airbag, the OFF indicator will light If the airbag readiness light ever comes manufacturer and refer to Securing Child
and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is on and stays on, it means that Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the
off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator something may be wrong with the airbag Center Front Seat) 0 61 or
0 64. system. To help avoid injury to yourself Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
The passenger sensing system is designed to or others, have the vehicle serviced right Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or
turn on the front outboard passenger frontal away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 64 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
airbag anytime the system senses that a Belt in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58.
for more information, including important
person of adult size is sitting properly in the safety information. Make sure the seat belt retractor is
front outboard passenger seat. locked by pulling the shoulder belt all
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child the way out of the retractor when
When the passenger sensing system has installing the child restraint, even if the
allowed the airbag to be enabled, the ON Restraint
child restraint is equipped with a seat
indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder The passenger sensing system is designed to belt lock off. When the retractor lock is
that the airbag is active. turn off the front outboard passenger set, the belt can be tightened but not
For some children, including children in child frontal airbag if the system determines that pulled out of the retractor.
restraints, and for very small adults, the an infant is present in a child restraint. If a 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint
passenger sensing system may or may not child restraint has been installed and the ON and restarting the vehicle, the ON
turn off the front outboard passenger indicator is lit: indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off.
frontal airbag, depending upon the person's 1. Turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback
seating posture and body build. Everyone in 2. Remove the child restraint from the and adjust the seat cushion,
the vehicle who has outgrown child vehicle. if adjustable, to make sure that the
restraints should wear a seat belt vehicle seatback is not pushing the child
properly — whether or not there is an 3. Remove any additional items from the
seat such as blankets, cushions, seat restraint into the seat cushion.
airbag for that person.
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. Also make sure the child restraint is not
trapped under the vehicle head restraint.
If this happens, adjust the head restraint.
See Head Restraints 0 11.
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6. Restart the vehicle. that the child restraint locking feature is
The passenger sensing system may or may engaged. Use the following steps to allow { Warning
not turn off the airbag for a child in a child the system to detect that person and enable If the front outboard passenger airbag is
restraint depending upon the child’s size. the front outboard passenger frontal airbag: turned off for an adult-sized occupant,
It is better to secure child restraints in the 1. Turn the vehicle off. the airbag will not be able to inflate and
rear seat. Consider using another vehicle to 2. Remove any additional material from the help protect that person in a crash,
transport the child when a rear seat is not seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat resulting in an increased risk of serious
available. Never put a rear-facing child covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. injury or even death. An adult-sized
restraint in the front seat, even if the ON 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright occupant should not ride in the front
indicator is not lit. position. outboard passenger seat, if the passenger
airbag OFF indicator is lit.
If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat,
Adult-Sized Occupant centered on the seat cushion, with legs
Additional Factors Affecting System
comfortably extended.
Operation
5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is
pulled out all the way, the child restraint Seat belts help keep the passenger in
locking feature will be engaged. This position on the seat during vehicle
may unintentionally cause the passenger maneuvers and braking, which helps the
sensing system to turn the airbag off for passenger sensing system maintain the
some adult-sized occupants. If this passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts”
happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt and “Child Restraints” in the Index for
go back all the way, and then buckle the additional information about the importance
belt again without pulling the belt out of proper restraint use.
all the way. A thick layer of additional material, such as
6. Restart the vehicle and have the person a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket
remain in this position for two to equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters,
If a person of adult size is sitting in the three minutes after the ON indicator and seat massagers can affect how well the
front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF is lit. passenger sensing system operates. We
indicator is lit, it could be because that recommend that you not use seat covers or
person is not sitting properly in the seat or other aftermarket equipment except when
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approved by GM for your specific vehicle. . Front seats, including stitching, seams,
See Adding Equipment to the { Warning or zippers
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 36 for more For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is . Seat belts
information about modifications that can turned off and the battery is . Steering wheel, instrument panel,
affect how the system operates. disconnected, an airbag can still inflate overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar
The ON indicator may be lit if an object, during improper service. You can be garnish trim
such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, injured if you are close to an airbag . Inner door seals, including speakers
laptop, or other electronic device, is put on when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
Your dealer and the service manual have
an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, They are probably part of the airbag information about the location of the airbag
remove the object from the seat. system. Be sure to follow proper service modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic
procedures, and make sure the person module, and airbag wiring along with the
{ Warning performing work for you is qualified to proper replacement procedures.
Stowing articles under the passenger seat do so.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger
or between the passenger seat cushion sensing system for the front outboard
and seatback may interfere with the Adding Equipment to the passenger position, which includes sensors
proper operation of the passenger Airbag-Equipped Vehicle that are part of the passenger seat. The
sensing system. passenger sensing system may not operate
Adding accessories that change the vehicle's
frame, bumper system, height, front end, properly if the original seat trim is replaced
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped or side sheet metal, may keep the airbag with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim; or
Vehicle system from working properly. with GM covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different vehicle. Any object,
Airbags affect how the vehicle should be The operation of the airbag system can also such as an aftermarket seat heater or a
serviced. There are parts of the airbag be affected by changing, including comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed
system in several places around the vehicle. improperly repairing or replacing, any parts under or on top of the seat fabric, could
Your dealer and the service manual have of the following: also interfere with the operation of the
information about servicing the vehicle and . Airbag system, including airbag modules, passenger sensing system. This could either
the airbag system. To purchase a service front or side impact sensors, sensing and prevent proper deployment of the passenger
manual, see your owner’s manual. diagnostic module, or airbag wiring airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing
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system from properly turning off the Airbag System Check Warning (Continued)
passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing
System 0 32. The airbag system does not need regularly make sure the airbag systems are
scheduled maintenance or replacement.
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, working properly after a crash, have
Make sure the airbag readiness light is
see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 130 for them inspected and any necessary
working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 64.
additional important information. replacements made as soon as possible.
If a snow plow is added to the vehicle, the Caution
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
airbags should still work properly. The If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, replace airbag system parts. See your dealer
airbag systems were designed to work or broken, the airbag may not work for service.
properly under a wide range of conditions, properly. Do not open or break the airbag
including snow plowing with vehicles that coverings. If there are any opened or If the airbag readiness light stays on after
have the optional snow plow prep package the vehicle is started or comes on when you
broken airbag coverings, have the airbag
(RPO VYU). Do not change or defeat the are driving, the airbag system may not work
covering and/or airbag module replaced. properly. Have the vehicle serviced right
snow plow's “tripping mechanism.” If you
For the location of the airbags, see Where away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 64.
do, it can damage the snow plow and the
Are the Airbags? 0 29. See your dealer
vehicle, and may cause an airbag
deployment. for service.

If the vehicle must be modified because you Replacing Airbag System Parts
have a disability and have questions about
whether the modifications will affect the after a Crash
vehicle's airbag system, or if you have
questions about whether the airbag system { Warning
will be affected if the vehicle is modified for A crash can damage the airbag systems
any other reason, call Customer Assistance. in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system
See your owner’s manual. may not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in
serious injury or even death. To help
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. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides”
Child Restraints shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 23.
Older Children continue. If no, try using the rear seat
According to accident statistics, children are
belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear
safer when properly restrained in a rear
Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under
seating position.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 23. If a comfort guide
is not available, or if the shoulder belt In a crash, children who are not buckled up
still does not rest on the shoulder, then can strike other people who are buckled up,
return to the booster seat. or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older
. Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the children need to use seat belts properly.
hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat. { Warning
. Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for Never allow more than one child to wear
the length of the trip? If yes, continue. the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot
If no, return to the booster seat. properly spread the impact forces. In a
Q: What is the proper way to wear seat crash, they can be crushed together and
Older children who have outgrown booster belts? seriously injured. A seat belt must be
seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts. used by only one person at a time.
A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder
Refer to How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
belt and get the additional restraint a
0 21.
shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder
The manufacturer instructions that come belt should not cross the face or neck.
with the booster seat state the weight and The lap belt should fit snugly below the
height limitations for that booster. Use a hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until This applies belt force to the child's
the child passes the fit test below: pelvic bones in a crash. It should never
. Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the be worn over the abdomen, which could
knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, cause severe or even fatal internal
continue. If no, return to the booster seat. injuries in a crash.
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Warning (Continued)
their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go
all the way back into the retractor, but it
cannot do this if it is wrapped around the
child. Never leave children unattended in
a vehicle and never allow children to
improperly wear, or play with, the seat
Infants and Young Children belts.
{ Warning
Never allow a child to wear the seat belt Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This Every time infants and young children ride
shoulder belt under both arms or behind includes infants and all other children. in vehicles, they should have the protection
their back. A child can be seriously Neither the distance traveled nor the age provided by appropriate child restraints.
injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder and size of the traveler changes the need, Neither the vehicle's seat belt system nor its
belt properly. In a crash, the child would for everyone, to use safety restraints. In airbag system is designed for them.
fact, the law in every state in the United
not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Children who are not restrained properly can
States and in every Canadian province says
The child could move too far forward strike other people, or can be thrown out of
children up to some age must be restrained
increasing the chance of head and neck the vehicle.
while in a vehicle.
injury. The child might also slide under
the lap belt. The belt force would then be
{ Warning { Warning
applied right on the abdomen. That could Never hold an infant or a child while
cause serious or fatal injuries. The Children can be seriously injured or killed
riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder if the shoulder belt is worn behind their
infant or a child will become so heavy it
and across the chest. back, under their legs, or wrapped around
(Continued)
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There are three basic types of child
Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) restraints:
is not possible to hold it during a crash. outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child . Forward-facing child restraints
For example, in a crash at only restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to . Rear-facing child restraints
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant secure a forward-facing child restraint in . Belt-positioning booster seats
will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) a rear seat. If you must secure a
force on a person's arms. An infant or forward-facing child restraint in the front The proper child restraint for your child
child should be secured in an appropriate outboard seat, always move the front depends on their size, weight, and age, and
also on whether the child restraint is
child restraint. passenger seat as far back as it will go.
compatible with the vehicle in which it will
be used.
For each type of child restraint, there are
many different models available. When
purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is
designed to be used in a motor vehicle and
is designed by a genuine child restraint
manufacturer. If it is, the child restraint will
have a label saying that it meets federal
motor vehicle safety standards.
The instruction manual that is provided with
the child restraint states the weight and
height limitations for that particular child
restraint. In addition, there are many kinds
Child restraints are devices used to restrain,
{ Warning seat, or position children in the vehicle and
of child restraints available for children with
special needs.
Children who are up against, or very are sometimes called child seats or car seats.
close to, any airbag when it inflates can
be seriously injured or killed. Never put a
rear-facing child restraint in the front
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{ Warning Child Restraint Systems

To reduce the risk of neck and head
injury in a crash, infants and toddlers
should be secured in a rear-facing child
restraint until age two, or until they
reach the maximum height and weight
limits of their child restraint.

{ Warning
A young child's hip bones are still so
Forward-Facing Child Restraint
small that the vehicle seat belt may not
remain low on the hip bones, as it Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A forward-facing child restraint provides
should. Instead, it may settle up around restraint for the child's body with the
the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt A rear-facing child restraint provides harness.
would apply force on a body area that is restraint with the seating surface against
unprotected by any bony structure. This the back of the infant.
alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. The harness system holds the infant in place
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant
injuries during a crash, young children positioned in the restraint.
should always be secured in an
appropriate child restraint.
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Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in When securing an add-on child restraint,
the Vehicle refer to the following:
1. Instruction labels provided on the child
{ Warning restraint
A child can be seriously injured or killed 2. Instruction manual provided with the
in a crash if the child restraint is not child restraint
properly secured in the vehicle. Secure 3. This vehicle owner's manual
the child restraint properly in the vehicle The child restraint instructions are
using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH important, so if they are not available,
system, following the instructions that obtain a replacement copy from the
came with that child restraint and the manufacturer.
Booster Seats instructions in this manual.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child
To help reduce the chance of injury, the restraint can move around in a collision or
A belt-positioning booster seat is used for
child restraint must be secured in the sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.
children who have outgrown their
vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in Be sure to properly secure any child
forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt restraint in the vehicle — even when no
designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the child is in it.
seat belt system until the child is large
enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and In some areas Certified Child Passenger
properly without a booster seat. See the Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 44 for Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to
seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 38. more information. Never use a seat belt inspect and demonstrate how to correctly
extender when installing a child restraint. use and install child restraints. In the U.S.,
Never use non-regulated aftermarket anchors refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety
or attachments to secure a child restraint. Administration (NHTSA) website to locate
Children can be endangered in a crash if the the nearest child safety seat inspection
child restraint is not properly secured in the station. For CPST availability in Canada,
vehicle. check with Transport Canada or the
Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.
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Securing the Child Within the Child
Restraint { Warning { Warning
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can A child in a child restraint in the center
{ Warning be seriously injured or killed if the front front seat can be badly injured or killed
passenger airbag inflates. This is because by the frontal airbags if they inflate.
A child can be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child is not properly the back of the rear-facing child restraint Never secure a child restraint in the
would be very close to the inflating center front seat. It is always better to
secured in the child restraint. Secure the
child properly following the instructions airbag. A child in a forward-facing child secure a child restraint in a rear seat.
restraint can be seriously injured or killed
that came with that child restraint. Do not use child restraints in the center
if the front passenger airbag inflates and
the passenger seat is in a forward front seat position.
Where to Put the Restraint position. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that
According to accident statistics, children and will accommodate a rear-facing child
Even if the passenger sensing system has
infants are safer when properly restrained in restraint, a rear-facing child restraint should
an appropriate child restraint secured in a turned off the front passenger frontal
not be installed in the vehicle, even if the
rear seating position. airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can
airbag is off.
guarantee that an airbag will not deploy
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under some unusual circumstance, even When securing a child restraint with the
under should be secured in a rear seating though it is turned off. seat belts in a rear seat position, study the
position. instructions that came with the child
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a restraint to make sure it is compatible with
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the
rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you this vehicle.
front. This is because the risk to the
rear-facing child is so great if the airbag secure a forward-facing child restraint in
deploys. the front seat, always move the front
passenger seat as far back as it will go.
It is better to secure the child restraint in
a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System 0 32 for
additional information.
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Child restraints and booster seats vary Keep in mind that an unsecured child Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to
considerably in size, and some may fit in restraint can move around in a collision or secure the child and the booster seat. If the
certain seating positions better than others. sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. manufacturer recommends that the booster
Do not install a child restraint in any rear Be sure to properly secure any child seat be secured with the LATCH system, this
seating position where it cannot be installed restraint in the vehicle — even when no can be done as long as the booster seat can
securely. child is in it. be positioned properly and there is no
Depending on where you place the child interference with the proper positioning of
restraint and the size of the child restraint,
Lower Anchors and Tethers for the lap-shoulder belt on the child.
you may not be able to access adjacent seat Children (LATCH System) Make sure to follow the instructions that
belts or LATCH anchors for additional The LATCH system secures a child restraint came with the child restraint, and also the
passengers or child restraints. Adjacent during driving or in a crash. LATCH instructions in this manual.
seating positions should not be used if the attachments on the child restraint are used When installing a child restraint with a top
child restraint prevents access to or to attach the child restraint to the anchors tether, you must also use either the lower
interferes with the routing of the seat belt. in the vehicle. This system is designed to anchors or the seat belts to properly secure
The seat in front of an installed child make installation of a child restraint easier. the child restraint. A child restraint must
restraint should be adjusted to ensure In order to use the LATCH system in your never be installed using only the top tether.
proper installation according to the child vehicle, you need a child restraint that has For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child
restraint manual. LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible restraint where the combined weight of the
Wherever a child restraint is installed, be rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb),
sure to follow the instructions that came be properly installed using either the LATCH use either the lower LATCH anchorages with
with the child restraint and secure the child anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt
restraint properly. use both the seat belts and the LATCH with the top tether anchorage. Where the
anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or combined weight of the child and restraint
forward-facing child restraint. are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat
belt with the top tether anchorage only.
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Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints
Restraint Type Combined Weight of Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X
the Child + Child
LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt and Top
Restraint
Anchors Only Anchors and Top Tether Anchor
Tether Anchor
Rear-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Rear-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)
Forward-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Forward-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat The following explains how to attach a child Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
Belt in the Center Front Seat) 0 61 or restraint with these attachments in the in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt vehicle. Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or Not all vehicle seating positions have lower in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58.
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be
in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58. used (with top tether where available) to
Child restraints built after March 2014 are secure the child restraint. See Securing Child
labeled with the maximum child weight, Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center
with which the LATCH system can be used Front Seat) 0 61 or
for installing the child restraint.
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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor top tether always to be attached. In Canada,
the law requires that forward-facing child
restraints have a top tether, and that the
tether be attached. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions for your child
restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor
Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top
the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top
each LATCH seating position that will tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The
accommodate a child restraint with lower top tether attachment hook (2) on the child
attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor
in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward
movement and rotation of the child restraint
during driving or in the event of a crash. Regular Cab — Bucket Seat Only
The child restraint may have a single
tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will
have a single attachment hook (2) to secure
the top tether to the anchor.
Some child restraints with a top tether are
designed for use with or without the top
tether being attached. Others require the
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To assist in locating the lower anchors on
double and crew cab models, each seating
position with lower anchors has two labels
near the crease between the seatback and
the seat cushion.

For regular cab models, there are top tether

Regular Cab — Three-Passenger Front Seat Double and Crew Cab Rear Seat
anchor symbols to assist you in locating the
I : Seating positions with top tether I : Seating positions with top tether top tether anchors.
anchors. anchors. Do not install a child restraint in the center
Do not install a child restraint in the center seating position. See Securing Child
H : Seating positions with two lower Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center
front seating position. See Securing Child anchors.
Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center Front Seat) 0 61 or
Front Seat) 0 61 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or
in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58 for more
in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58 for more information.
information.
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Regular Cab Driver Side Anchor and Loop (Double and Passenger Side Loop (Double and Crew Cab)
Crew Cab)
For regular cab models, the top tether For double and crew cab models, the top
anchors are on the back panel behind the tether is routed through loops (2) to the top
passenger seat(s) or center seat. Be sure to tether anchors (1). Be sure to use the correct
use an anchor directly behind the seating anchor for the seating position where the
position where the child restraint will be child restraint will be placed.
placed. Be sure to read the following instructions to
properly install a child restraint using these
loops and anchors.
Do not secure a child restraint in a position
without a top tether anchor if a national or
local law requires that the top tether be
attached, or if the instructions that come
with the child restraint say that the top
Center Anchor and Loop (Double and tether must be attached.
Crew Cab)
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According to accident statistics, children and
infants are safer when properly restrained in Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
a child restraint system or infant restraint A child or others could be injured. To tighten the belt behind the child restraint
system secured in a rear seating position. reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries after the child restraint has been
See Where to Put the Restraint 0 43 for during a crash, attach only one child installed.
additional information. restraint per anchor.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Caution
the LATCH System
{ Warning Do not let the LATCH attachments rub
against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may
{ Warning Children can be seriously injured or
damage these parts. If necessary, move
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped
A child could be seriously injured or killed buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the
around their neck. The shoulder belt can
in a crash if the child restraint is not LATCH attachments.
tighten but cannot be loosened if it is
properly attached to the vehicle using
locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is Do not fold the rear seat cushion when
either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle
pulled all the way out of the retractor. the seat is occupied. Do not fold the
seat belt. Follow the instructions that
It unlocks when the shoulder belt is empty rear seat with a seat belt buckled.
came with the child restraint and the
allowed to go all the way back into the This could damage the seat belt or the
instructions in this manual.
retractor, but it cannot do this if it is seat. Unbuckle and return the seat belt to
wrapped around a child’s neck. If the its stowed position, before folding
{ Warning shoulder belt is locked and tightened the seat.
around a child’s neck, the only way to
Do not attach more than one child loosen the belt is to cut it. If you need to secure more than one child
restraint to a single anchor, except for restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put
the center top tether anchors in the crew Buckle any unused seat belts behind the
the Restraint 0 43.
cab models. Attaching more than one child restraint so children cannot reach
child restraint to a single anchor could them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way
cause the anchor or attachment to come out of the retractor to set the lock, and
loose or even break during a crash. (Continued)
(Continued)
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Regular Cab Models
1. For models without a rear seat,
forward-facing child restraints should
only be installed in the right front
seating position with belts and a top
tether. See Securing Child Restraints
(With the Seat Belt in the Center Front
Seat) 0 61 or Securing Child Restraints
(With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
0 54 or Securing Child Restraints (With If the position you are using has an If the position you are using has an
the Seat Belt in the Front Passenger Seat) adjustable headrest or head adjustable headrest or head
0 58. restraint, adjust it accordingly to restraint, adjust it accordingly to
If the child restraint manufacturer allow proper fitment. If you are allow proper fitment. If you are
recommends that the top tether be using a dual tether, route the using a single tether, route the
attached, adjust the top tether to its full tether around the headrest or head tether in between the headrest or
length and attach it to the anchor. Refer restraint posts. head restraint posts.
to the child restraint instructions and the If the child restraint is installed next 2. Make sure the child restraint top tether
following steps: to a center seat, make sure the top hook is completely closed and secured to
1.1. Find the top tether anchor. tether does not interfere with the the top tether anchor.
center seating position shoulder 3. Secure the child restraint in the right
1.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top
belt/retractor. If it does, find front seating position with the vehicle
tether according to your child
another suitable seating position to belts. See Securing Child Restraints (With
restraint instructions and the
install the child restraint. the Seat Belt in the Center Front Seat)
following instructions:
0 61 or Securing Child Restraints (With
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 54 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Belt in the Front Passenger Seat) 0 58.
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4. Before placing a child in the child 2. For forward-facing child restraints, attach
restraint, make sure it is securely held in and tighten the top tether to the top
place. To check, grasp the child restraint tether anchor, if your vehicle has one.
at the belt path and attempt to move it Follow the child restraint instructions and
side to side and back and forth. There the vehicle LATCH anchor weight limits
should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of described at the beginning of this
movement for proper installation. section, and the following steps:
Double and Crew Cab Models
1. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower anchors. If the
child restraint does not have lower
attachments or the desired seating
position does not have lower anchors, Rear Driver Side Position
secure the child restraint with the top 2.1. For a top tether in the rear driver
tether and the seat belt. Refer to the side position:
child restraint manufacturer instructions
and the instructions in this manual. 2.1.1. Remove the driver side head
restraint and center
1.1. Find the lower anchors for the headrest. See “Head
desired seating position. Restraint or Headrest
1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. Rear Driver Side Position
Removal and Reinstallation”
1.3. Attach and tighten the lower later in this section.
attachments on the child restraint
to the lower anchors.
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2.2.1. Remove the passenger side
head restraint and center
headrest. See “Head
Restraint or Headrest
Removal and Reinstallation”
later in this section.
2.2.2. Route the top tether (3)
through the loop (2).
2.2.3. Attach the top tether (3) to
the passenger side of the
center top tether metal
anchor (1).
2.1.2. For first time use, remove Rear Passenger Side Position 2.2.4. Make sure the child restraint
and discard the rubber band top tether hook is
from the top tether loop (2). completely closed and
2.1.3. Route the top tether (3) secured to the top tether
through the loop (2). anchor.
2.1.4. Attach the top tether (3) to
the driver side of the center
top tether metal anchor (1).
2.1.5. Make sure the child restraint
top tether hook is
completely closed and
secured to the top tether
anchor.
Rear Passenger Side Position
2.2. For a top tether in the rear
passenger side position:
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2.3.1. Remove the driver side head 4. Before placing a child in the child
restraint and center restraint, make sure it is securely held in
headrest. See “Head place. To check, grasp the child restraint
Restraint or Headrest at the LATCH path and attempt to move
Removal and Reinstallation” it side to side and back and forth. There
later in this section. should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
2.3.2. Route the top tether (1) movement for proper installation.
through the center loop (2). Head Restraint or Headrest Removal and
2.3.3. Attach the top tether (1) to Reinstallation
the driver side top tether
metal anchor (3). The second row outboard head restraints or
center headrest can be removed if they
2.3.4. Make sure the child restraint interfere with the proper installation of the
Rear Center Position top tether hook is child restraint.
completely closed and
secured to the top tether To remove the second row head restraints
anchor. or center headrest:
3. Tighten the top tether per the child
restraint manufacturer's instructions.
When the top tether is properly
tightened, the loop may bend. This is
normal and will not damage the vehicle.
If child restraints are installed in both
outboard positions, both top tethers can
be attached to the center anchor. Top
tethers can be attached for child
Rear Center Position restraints in all three rear seating
positions at the same time, following the
2.3. For a top tether in the rear center
routing instructions above.
position:
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1. Press both buttons on the head restraint To reinstall the head restraint or headrest: Replacing LATCH System Parts
or headrest posts at the same time, and
pull up on the head restraint or After a Crash
headrest.
2. Store the head restraint or headrest in a
{ Warning
secure place. A crash can damage the LATCH system in
3. When the child restraint is removed, the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system
reinstall the head restraint or headrest may not properly secure the child
before the seating position is used. restraint, resulting in serious injury or
even death in a crash. To help make sure
{ Warning the LATCH system is working properly
after a crash, see your dealer to have the
With head restraints that are not
system inspected and any necessary
installed and adjusted properly, there is a
replacements made as soon as possible.
greater chance that occupants will suffer 1. Insert the head restraint or headrest
a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not posts into the holes in the top of the If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it
drive until the head restraints for all seatback. The notches on the posts must was being used during a crash, new LATCH
occupants are installed and adjusted face the driver side of the vehicle. system parts may be needed.
properly. 2. Push the head restraint or New parts and repairs may be necessary
headrest down. even if the LATCH system was not being
3. Try to move the head restraint or used at the time of the crash.
headrest to make sure that it is locked in
place. Securing Child Restraints (With
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
When securing a child restraint with the
seat belts in a rear seat position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is compatible with
this vehicle.
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If the child restraint has the LATCH system, Double Cab
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 1. Remove the head restraint or headrest
(LATCH System) 0 44 for how and where to prior to installing a forward-facing child
install the child restraint using LATCH. If a restraint in an outboard rear seating
child restraint is secured in the vehicle using position. See “Head Restraint or Headrest
a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
(LATCH System) 0 44 for top tether anchor System) 0 44.
locations.
2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
Do not secure a child seat in a position
3. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap
without a top tether anchor if a national or
and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
local law requires that the top tether be
belt through or around the child
anchored, or if the instructions that come 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
restraint. Ensure the seat belt webbing is
with the child restraint say that the top it clicks.
routed as directly as possible and is not
tether must be anchored.
caught on seat handles or plastic trim. Position the release button on the
In Canada, the law requires that The child restraint instructions will show buckle, away from the child restraint, so
forward-facing child restraints have a top you how. that the seat belt could be quickly
tether, and that the tether be attached. unbuckled if necessary.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat position There must not be direct contact of the
does not have the LATCH system, you will child restraint to the push button.
be using the seat belt to secure the child
restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint.
If more than one child restraint needs to be
installed in the rear seat, be sure to read
Where to Put the Restraint 0 43.
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anchor weight limits, and instructions
listed in Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 44.
8. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
the retractor to set the lock. When the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion stowed position. If the top tether is attached
retractor lock is set, the belt can be of the belt to tighten the lap portion of to a top tether anchor, disconnect it.
tightened but not pulled out of the the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back Reinstall the head restraint or headrest
retractor. into the retractor. When installing a before the seating position is used. See
forward-facing child restraint, it may be “Head Restraint or Headrest Removal and
helpful to use your knee to push down Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and
on the child restraint as you tighten Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 44 for
the belt. additional information on installing the
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor headrest properly.
to make sure the retractor is locked. Crew Cab
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat.
7. For forward-facing child restraints, attach 2. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap
and tighten the top tether to the top and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
tether anchor (loop). Refer to the child belt through or around the child
restraint instructions, the vehicle LATCH restraint. Ensure the seat belt webbing is
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routed as directly as possible and is not
caught on seat handles or plastic trim.
The child restraint instructions will show
you how.

4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the
the retractor to set the lock. When the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion
retractor lock is set, the belt can be of the belt to tighten the lap portion of
tightened but not pulled out of the the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back
retractor. into the retractor. When installing a
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
forward-facing child restraint, it may be
it clicks.
helpful to use your knee to push down
Position the release button on the on the child restraint as you tighten
buckle, away from the child restraint, so the belt.
that the seat belt could be quickly
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
unbuckled if necessary.
to make sure the retractor is locked.
There must not be direct contact of the If the retractor is not locked, repeat
child restraint to the push button. Steps 4 and 5.
6. If the child restraint has a top tether,
follow the child restraint manufacturer's
instructions regarding the use of the top
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tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers Securing Child Restraints (With Warning (Continued)
for Children (LATCH System) 0 44 for
more information on using the top the Seat Belt in the Front close to the inflating airbag. A child in a
tether anchors. Passenger Seat) forward-facing child restraint can be
7. Before placing a child in the child This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a seriously injured or killed if the front
restraint, make sure it is securely held in safer place to secure a forward-facing child outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates
place. To check, grasp the child restraint restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint and the passenger seat is in a forward
at the seat belt path and attempt to 0 43. position.
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly In addition, the vehicle has a passenger Even if the passenger sensing system has
installed, there should be no more than sensing system which is designed to turn off turned off the front outboard passenger
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. the front outboard passenger frontal airbag frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No
under certain conditions. See Passenger one can guarantee that an airbag will not
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the Sensing System 0 32 and deploy under some unusual circumstance,
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 64 for even though it is turned off.
stowed position. If the top tether is attached more information, including important
to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. safety information. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a
For outboard rear seating positions, if the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the
child restraint cannot be installed properly front. This is because the risk to the secure a forward-facing child restraint in
with the head restraint in place, the head rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag the front outboard passenger seat,
restraint may be removed. See your dealer deploys. always move the seat as far back as it
for assistance with removal, and store the will go. It is better to secure the child
removed head restraint in a secure place.
When the child restraint is removed,
{ Warning restraint in a rear seat.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can See Passenger Sensing System 0 32 for
reinstall the head restraint before the
be seriously injured or killed if the front additional information.
seating position is used. For reinstallation
instructions, see “Head Restraint or Headrest outboard passenger frontal airbag
Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower inflates. This is because the back of the
Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH rear-facing child restraint would be very
System) 0 44. (Continued)
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If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that the child restraint. There must be finger
will accommodate a rear-facing child clearance between the push button and
restraint, a rear-facing child restraint should the child restraint.
not be installed in the vehicle, even if the When the passenger sensing system has
airbag is off. turned off the front outboard passenger
If the child restraint uses a top tether, see frontal airbag, the OFF indicator on the
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children passenger airbag status indicator should
(LATCH System) 0 44 for top tether anchor light and stay lit when you start the
locations. vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0 64.
Do not secure a child seat in a position
without a top tether anchor if a national or 2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
local law requires that the top tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap
anchored, or if the instructions that come and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if
with the child restraint say that the top belt through or around the restraint. needed.
tether must be anchored. Ensure the seat belt webbing is routed
In Canada, the law requires that as direct as possible and is not caught
forward-facing child restraints have a top on seat handles or plastic trim. The child
tether, and that the tether be attached. restraint instructions will show you how.

When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure

the child restraint in this position, follow the
instructions that came with the child
restraint and the following instructions:
1. Move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing the forward-facing child
restraint. Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight installation of 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.
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Position the release button on the Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
buckle, away from the child restraint, so to make sure the retractor is locked.
that the seat belt could be quickly If the retractor is not locked, repeat
unbuckled if necessary. Steps 5 and 6.
7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat
and the child restraint manufacturer
recommends using a top tether anchor,
attach the top tether to the top tether
anchor. Refer to the instructions that
came with the child restraint and to
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 44.
6. To tighten the belt, push down on the 8. Before placing a child in the child
child restraint, pull the shoulder portion restraint, make sure it is securely held in
of the belt to tighten the lap portion of place. To check, grasp the child restraint
the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back at the seat belt path and attempt to
into the retractor. move it side to side and back and forth.
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of When the child restraint is properly
the retractor to set the lock. When the There must be finger clearance between
installed, there should be no more than
retractor lock is set, the belt can be the push button and the child restraint.
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
tightened but not pulled out of the If there is not clearance between the
retractor. buckle push button and the child If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator in the
restraint, move the seat upward and passenger airbag status indicator will come
repeat prior installation steps. Otherwise on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
secure the child restraint in a rear seat. If a child restraint has been installed and
When installing a forward-facing child the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On
restraint, it may be helpful to use your Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under
knee to push down on the child restraint Passenger Sensing System 0 32.
as you tighten the belt.
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To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
stowed position.

Securing Child Restraints (With

the Seat Belt in the Center
Front Seat)
{ Warning
A child in a child restraint in the center
front seat can be badly injured or killed
by the frontal airbags if they inflate.
Never secure a child restraint in the
center front seat. It is always better to
secure a child restraint in a rear seat.

Do not use child restraints in the center

front seat position.
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Instruments and Controls Controls 1x : For a single wipe, briefly turn the N
band down. For several wipes, hold the
Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer band down.
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 L : Press L on the windshield wiper
control to spray windshield washer fluid and
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators activate the wipers. The front 360 degree
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
viewing camera will also be washed,
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
if equipped. The wipers will continue until
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
L is released or the maximum wash time
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . 64 is reached. When L is released, additional
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 65 wipes may occur depending on how long
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 the windshield washer had been activated.
The windshield wiper control is on the turn See your owner’s manual for information on
signal lever. filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
The windshield wipers are controlled by Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
turning the band with N on it. before using them. If frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
With the ignition on or in accessory mode, Damaged blades should be replaced. See
turn the N band to select the wiper speed. your owner’s manual.
HI : Use for fast wipes. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper
LO : Use for slow wipes. motor.

3 : Turn the band up for more frequent { Warning

intermittent wipes or down for less frequent
In freezing weather, do not use the
intermittent wipes.
washer until the windshield is warmed.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
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{ Warning Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Before driving the vehicle, always clear Indicators
snow and ice from the hood, windshield, Warning lights and gauges can signal that
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the something is wrong before it becomes
vehicle, including all lamps and windows. serious enough to cause an expensive repair
Reduced visibility from snow and ice or replacement. Paying attention to the When the vehicle is started, this light
buildup could lead to a crash. warning lights and gauges could prevent flashes and a chime may come on to remind
injury. the driver to fasten their seat belt.
Wipe Parking
Some warning lights come on briefly when Then the light stays on solid until the belt is
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers the engine is started to indicate they are buckled. This cycle may continue several
are on LO, HI, or 3, they will working. When one of the warning lights times if the driver remains or becomes
immediately stop. comes on and stays on while driving, unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
or when one of the gauges shows there If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the
If the windshield wiper control is ON then
may be a problem, check the section that light nor the chime comes on.
moved to OFF before the driver door is
explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs
opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will
restart and move to the base of the
can be costly and even dangerous. Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder
windshield. Light
Seat Belt Reminders
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers The vehicle may have a front passenger seat
are performing wipes due to windshield Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light belt reminder light near the passenger
washing, the wipers continue to run until There is a driver seat belt reminder light on airbag status indicator. See Passenger
they reach the base of the windshield. the instrument cluster. Sensing System 0 32.
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When the vehicle is started, this light Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
flashes and a chime may come on to remind
passengers to fasten their seat belt. The vehicle has a passenger sensing system.
See Passenger Sensing System 0 32 for
Then the light stays on solid until the belt is important safety information. The overhead
buckled. This cycle continues several times if console has a passenger airbag status
the front passenger remains or becomes indicator.
unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. The airbag readiness light comes on for
If the front passenger seat belt is buckled, several seconds when the vehicle is started.
neither the chime nor the light comes on. If the light does not come on then, have it
fixed immediately.
The front passenger seat belt reminder light
and chime may come on if an object is put
on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,
{ Warning
grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic If the airbag readiness light stays on
United States
device. To turn off the reminder light and/or after the vehicle is started or comes on
chime, remove the object from the seat or while driving, it means the airbag system
buckle the seat belt. might not be working properly. The
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in
Airbag Readiness Light a crash, or they could even inflate
This light shows if there is an electrical without a crash. To help avoid injury,
problem with the airbag system. It is have the vehicle serviced right away.
located in the instrument cluster. The Canada
system check includes the airbag sensor(s), If there is a problem with the airbag
the passenger sensing system, the system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) When the vehicle is started, the passenger
pretensioners, the airbag modules, the message may also come on. airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF,
wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic or the symbols for on and off, for several
module. For more information on the airbag seconds as a system check. Then, after
system, see Airbag System 0 27. several more seconds, the status indicator
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will light either ON or OFF, or either the on If the light comes on while driving, pull off
or off symbol, to let you know the status of Warning (Continued) the road and stop carefully. If equipped with
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 64 electric brake boost, vehicle speed may be
If the word ON, or the on symbol, is lit on for more information, including important limited when the brake system warning
the passenger airbag status indicator, it safety information. light comes on. The brake pedal might be
means that the front outboard passenger harder to push, or the brake pedal may go
closer to the floor. It could take longer to
frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. Brake System Warning Light stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle
If the word OFF, or the off symbol, is lit on towed for service. See Transporting a
the passenger airbag status indicator, it Disabled Vehicle 0 145.
means that the passenger sensing system
has turned off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag.
{ Warning
The brake system might not be working
If, after several seconds, both status Metric English properly if the brake system warning
indicator lights remain on, or if there are no light is on. Driving with the brake system
lights at all, or if the airbag readiness light warning light on can lead to a crash.
This light comes on briefly when the vehicle
is on, there may be a problem with the
is turned on to show that the light is If the light is still on after the vehicle has
lights or the passenger sensing system. See
working. If it does not come on then, have been pulled off the road and carefully
your dealer for service right away.
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if stopped, have the vehicle towed for
there is a problem. service.
{ Warning
If the light comes on and stays on, there is
If the airbag readiness light ever comes a brake problem. Have the brake system
on and stays on, it means that inspected right away. This light may come
something may be wrong with the airbag on if the brake fluid is low. See your
system. To help avoid injury to yourself owner’s manual.
or others, have the vehicle serviced right
(Continued)
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Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On
Steady
If the light flashes for about a minute and
then stays on, there may be a problem with
the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected,
the light will come on every time the
vehicle is started. See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 123.
If equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly
when the vehicle is started. It provides
information about tire pressures and
the TPMS.
When the Light Is On Steady
This indicates that one or more of the tires
are significantly underinflated.
A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire
pressure message may also display. Stop as
soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the
pressure value shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure
0 121.
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Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO : Automatically turns on the
headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps,
Exterior Lamp Controls instrument panel lights, roof marker lamps
Exterior Lighting (if equipped), front/rear sidemarker lamps,
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 and license plate lamps.
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
; : Turns on all lamps, except the
headlamps and fog lamps, if equipped.
For some trim levels and trucks first sold
in Canada, the headlamps may turn on with
the parking lamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps, the parking
lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights,
roof marker lamps (if equipped), front/rear
sidemarker lamps, and license plate lamps.

The exterior lamp controls are on the

# : If equipped, turns on the fog lamps.
See your owner’s manual.
instrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel. IntelliBeam System
O : Turns off the automatic headlamps and If equipped, this system turns the vehicle
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the high-beam headlamps on and off according
headlamp control to O again to turn the to surrounding traffic conditions.
automatic headlamps or DRL back on. The system turns the high-beam headlamps
For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only on when it is dark enough and there is no
work when the vehicle is in P (Park). other traffic present.
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Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam There is a sensor near the top center of the The high beams may not turn off
windshield that automatically controls the automatically if the system cannot detect
system. Keep this area of the windshield another vehicle's lamps because of any of
clear of debris to allow for best system the following:
performance. . The other vehicle’s lamps are missing,
The high-beam headlamps remain on, under damaged, obstructed from view,
the automatic control, until one of the or otherwise undetected.
following situations occurs: . The other vehicle’s lamps are covered
. The system detects an approaching with dirt, snow, and/or road spray.
vehicle's headlamps. . The other vehicle’s lamps cannot be
To enable the IntelliBeam system, press . The system detects a preceding vehicle's detected due to dense exhaust, smoke,
b on the turn signal lever when it is taillamps. fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other
dark outside and the exterior lamp control is . The outside light is bright enough that airborne obstructions.
in AUTO or 2. high-beam headlamps are not required. . The vehicle windshield is dirty, cracked,
. The vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h or obstructed by something that blocks
Depending on the vehicle model, the the view of the light sensor.
following displays when the IntelliBeam (12 mph).
. The vehicle is loaded such that the front
System is enabled: . The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the
button on the turn signal lever. If this end points upward, causing the light
. b light on the instrument cluster sensor to aim high and not detect
happens, press b on the turn signal headlamps and taillamps.
. Auto High Beam Active message displays
lever when the exterior lamp control is in
in the Driver Information Center (DIC) . Driving on winding or hilly roads.
the AUTO or 2 position to reactivate the
Driving with IntelliBeam IntelliBeam system. Depending on vehicle The automatic high-beam headlamps may
The system only activates the high beams model, the instrument cluster light will need to be disabled if any of the above
when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). come on or the Auto High Beam Active conditions exist.
message displays on the DIC to indicate
The blue high-beam on light appears on the the IntelliBeam system is reactivated.
instrument cluster when the high beams
are on.
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Hazard Warning Flashers

GMC Denali
GMC Shown, Chevrolet Similar | : Press this button to make the front
and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Press again to turn the flashers off.
When the hazard warning flashers are on,
the vehicle's turn signals will not work.

Uplevel Shown, Base Level Similar

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Driving and Operating Drive Systems
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Driving Information
Driving Information Brakes Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Ride Control Systems
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Truck-Camper Loading Information . . . . . 80 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Starting and Operating Driver Assistance Systems

Shifting Into Park (Mechanical Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Shifter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Fuel
Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) . . . 82
Filling the Tank (Pickup Model) . . . . . . . . 105
Shifting out of Park (Mechanical
Filling the Tank (Chassis Cab Model) . . . 107
Shifter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Shifting out of Park (Electronic
Shifter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the
Parking over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . 84 edge of a road onto the shoulder while
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 driving. Follow these tips:
Engine Exhaust 1. Ease off the accelerator and then,
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 if there is nothing in the way, steer the
vehicle so that it straddles the edge of
Automatic Transmission the pavement.
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical
2. Turn the steering wheel about
Shifter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
one-eighth of a turn, until the right front
Automatic Transmission (Electronic
tire contacts the pavement edge.
Shifter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Manual Mode (Mechanical Shifter) . . . . . 92 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) . . . . . . . 94 down the roadway.
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Off-Road Driving . Remove any underbody air deflector,
if equipped. Re-attach the air deflector Warning (Continued)
Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be used for after off-road driving. . Keep cargo in the cargo area as far
off-road driving. Vehicles without four-wheel . Know the local laws that apply to off-road forward and as low as possible. The
drive and vehicles not equipped with All driving. heaviest things should be on the floor,
Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) tires must forward of the rear axle.
not be driven off-road except on a level, To gain more ground clearance if needed, it
may be necessary to remove the front fascia . Heavy loads on the roof raise the
solid surface. For contact information about
the original equipment tires, see the lower air dam, if equipped. However, driving vehicle's center of gravity, making it
warranty manual. without the air dam reduces fuel economy. more likely to roll over. You can be
seriously or fatally injured if the
One of the best ways for successful off-road Caution vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads
driving is to control the speed. inside the cargo area, not on the roof.
Operating the vehicle for extended
periods without the front fascia lower air
{ Warning dam installed can cause improper airflow
For more information about loading the
When driving off-road, bouncing and vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 75 and
to the engine. Reattach the front fascia Tires 0 116.
quick changes in direction can easily air dam after off-road driving.
throw you out of position. This could Environmental Concerns
cause you to lose control and crash. You Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving . Always use established trails, roads, and
and your passengers should always wear areas that have been set aside for public
seat belts. { Warning off-road recreational driving and obey all
. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can posted regulations.
Before Driving Off-Road be tossed about when driving over . Do not damage shrubs, flowers, trees,
. Have all necessary maintenance and rough terrain. You or your passengers or grasses or disturb wildlife.
service work completed. can be struck by flying objects. Secure . Do not park over things that burn. See
. Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check the cargo properly. Parking over Things That Burn 0 84.
inflation pressure in all tires, including the (Continued)
spare, if equipped.
. Read all the information about
four-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual.
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Driving on Hills . If an incline must be driven across, and
{ Warning the vehicle starts to slide, turn downhill.
Driving safely on hills requires good This should help straighten out the
judgment and an understanding of what the Driving to the top of a hill at high speed
can cause a crash. There could be a vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
vehicle can and cannot do.
drop-off, embankment, cliff, or even . Never go downhill forward or backward
another vehicle. You could be seriously with either the transmission or transfer
{ Warning injured or killed. As you near the top of a case in N (Neutral). The brakes could
Many hills are simply too steep for any hill, slow down and stay alert. overheat and you could lose control.
vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the . When driving down a hill, keep the
vehicle to stall. Driving down hills can . Use headlamps even during the day to vehicle headed straight down. Use a low
cause loss of control. Driving across hills make the vehicle more visible. gear because the engine will work with
can cause a rollover. You could be injured . Avoid turns that take the vehicle across the brakes to slow the vehicle and help
or killed. Do not drive on steep hills. the incline of the hill. Driving across an keep the vehicle under control.
incline puts more weight on the downhill
Before driving on a hill, assess the wheels, which could cause a downhill { Warning
steepness, traction, and obstructions. If the slide or a rollover.
terrain ahead cannot be seen, get out of the If the vehicle has the two-speed
. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet automatic transfer case, shifting the
vehicle and walk the hill before driving grass can cause the tires to slip sideways,
further. transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause
downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it your vehicle to roll even if the
When driving on hills: can hit something and potentially transmission is in P (Park). This is because
. Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on roll over. the N (Neutral) position on the transfer
the steering wheel. . Hidden obstacles can make the steepness case overrides the transmission. You or
. Maintain a slow speed. of the incline more severe. If a rock is someone else could be injured. If leaving
. When possible, drive straight up or down driven across with the uphill wheels, or if the vehicle, set the parking brake and
the hill. the downhill wheels drop into a rut or
shift the transmission to P (Park). Shift
depression, the vehicle can tilt even more.
. Slow down when approaching the top of the transfer case to any position but
the hill. N (Neutral).
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2. Shift into P (Park) and then restart the
{ Warning engine. { Warning
Heavy braking when going down a hill . If driving uphill when the vehicle Getting out of the vehicle on the
can cause your brakes to overheat and stalls, shift to R (Reverse), release the downhill side when stopped across an
fade. This could cause loss of control and parking brake, and back incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls
you or others could be injured or killed. straight down. over, you could be crushed or killed.
Apply the brakes lightly when descending . Never try to turn the vehicle around. Always get out on the uphill side of the
a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle and stay well clear of the
speed under control. vehicle, it is steep enough to cause it rollover path.
to roll over.
If a brake fade condition is detected, a DIC . If you cannot make it up the hill, Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
warning message is displayed. Adjust brake back straight down the hill.
pedal use and shift to a lower transmission Use a low gear when driving in mud — the
. Never back down a hill in N (Neutral) deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep
gear to reduce braking. using only the brake. The vehicle can the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
If the brakes continue to fade to a severe roll backward quickly and you could
condition, additional DIC messages are lose control. Traction changes when driving on sand. On
loose sand, such as on beaches or sand
displayed. The brake system warning light . If driving downhill when the vehicle
dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand.
will illuminate, and the vehicle speed may stalls, shift to a lower gear, release This affects steering, accelerating, and
be limited. See Brake System Warning Light the parking brake, and drive straight braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid
0 65. down the hill. sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
If the vehicle stalls on a hill: 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted after
Traction is reduced on hard packed snow
1. Apply the brakes to stop the vehicle, and stalling, set the parking brake, shift into
and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce
then apply the parking brake. P (Park), and turn the vehicle off.
vehicle speed when driving on hard packed
3.1. Leave the vehicle and seek help. snow and ice.
3.2. Stay clear of the path the vehicle
would take if it rolled downhill.
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{ Warning
If the standing water is not too deep, drive Hill and Mountain Roads
through it slowly. At faster speeds, water
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can get into the engine and cause it to stall. Driving on steep hills or through mountains
Stalling can occur if the exhaust pipe is is different than driving on flat or rolling
can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary
under water. Do not turn off the ignition terrain. Tips include:
greatly and the vehicle could fall through
when driving through water. If the exhaust . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good
the ice; you and your passengers could
drown. Drive your vehicle on safe pipe is under water, the engine will not shape.
surfaces only. start. When going through water, the brakes . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, and
get wet and it may take longer to stop. See cooling system.
“Driving on Wet Roads” later in this section. . Shift to a lower gear when going down
Driving in Water
After Off-Road Driving steep or long hills.
{ Warning Remove any brush or debris that has
Driving through rushing water can be collected on the underbody or chassis,
{ Warning
dangerous. Deep water can sweep your or under the hood. These accumulations can Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a
vehicle downstream and you and your be a fire hazard. Reinstall underbody air long downhill slope can cause brake
passengers could drown. If it is only deflector and air dam if removed. overheating, can reduce brake
shallow water, it can still wash away the performance, and could result in a loss of
After operation in mud or sand, have the
ground from under your tires. Traction brake linings cleaned and checked. These braking. Shift the transmission to a lower
could be lost, and the vehicle could roll substances can cause glazing and uneven gear to let the engine assist the brakes
over. Do not drive through rushing water. braking. Check the body structure, driveline, on a steep downhill slope.
steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and
exhaust system for damage and check the
Caution fuel lines and cooling system for any { Warning
Do not drive through standing water if it leakage. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with
is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, More frequent maintenance service is the ignition off is dangerous. This can
axles, or exhaust pipe. Deep water can required. See the your owner’s manual. cause overheating of the brakes and loss
damage the axle and other vehicle parts. of steering assist. Always have the engine
running and the vehicle in gear.
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. Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in Tire and Loading Information Label
its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross { Warning
the center line. Do not load the vehicle any heavier
. Be alert on top of hills; something could than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, crash). (GVWR), or either the maximum
. Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., front or rear Gross Axle Weight
falling rocks area, winding roads, long Rating (GAWR). This can cause
grades, passing or no-passing zones) and systems to break and change the
take appropriate action.
way the vehicle handles. This could
Vehicle Load Limits cause loss of control and a crash.
Overloading can also reduce stopping
It is very important to know how much performance, damage the tires, and
weight the vehicle can carry. This shorten the life of the vehicle.
weight is called the vehicle capacity Label Example
weight and includes the weight of all
occupants, cargo, and all A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading
nonfactory-installed options. Two labels Information label is attached to the
on the vehicle may show how much center pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and
weight it was designed to carry: the Loading Information label shows the
Tire and Loading Information label and number of occupant seating
the Certification/Tire label. positions (1), and the maximum vehicle
capacity weight (2) in kilograms and
pounds.
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The Tire and Loading Information label 3. Subtract the combined weight of the See your owner’s manual for important
also shows the size of the original driver and passengers from XXX kg information on towing a trailer, towing
equipment tires (3) and the or XXX lbs. safety rules, and trailering tips.
recommended cold tire inflation 4. The resulting figure equals the If aftermarket accessories are installed on
pressures (4). For more information on available amount of cargo and the vehicle, for example a rooftop carrier, be
tires and inflation see Tires 0 116 and luggage load capacity. For example, sure to add the weight of all installed
Tire Pressure 0 121. if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. accessories to the combined weight of
and there will be five 150 lb luggage and cargo.
There is also important loading
information on the vehicle Certification/ passengers in your vehicle, the
Tire label. It may show the Gross amount of available cargo and
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
the front and rear axles. See 5. Determine the combined weight of
“Certification/Tire Label” later in this luggage and cargo being loaded on
section. the vehicle. That weight may not
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit safely exceed the available cargo and
1. Locate the statement "The combined luggage load capacity calculated in
weight of occupants and cargo Step 4.
should never exceed XXX kg or 6. If your vehicle will be towing a
Example 1
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. trailer, load from your trailer will be
2. Determine the combined weight of transferred to your vehicle. Consult
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1
the driver and passengers that will this manual to determine how this = 453 kg (1,000 lb)
be riding in your vehicle. reduces the available cargo and
Then subtract Accessory Weight, for
luggage load capacity of your example a rooftop cargo box =
vehicle. 15.8 kg (35 lb)
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2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg Certification/Tire Label
(150 lb) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lb)
3. Remaining available capacity for Cargo
Weight = 301.2 kg (665 lb)

Example 3
Label Example
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3
= 453 kg (1,000 lb) A vehicle-specific Certification/Tire label
Example 2 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar).
(200 lb) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lb) The label may show the size of the
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 3. Available Cargo Weight = 0 kg (0 lb) vehicle's original tires and the inflation
= 453 kg (1,000 lb) Refer to the Tire and Loading pressures needed to obtain the gross
Then subtract Accessory Weight, for Information label for specific weight capacity of the vehicle. This is
example a rooftop cargo box = information about the vehicle's capacity called Gross Vehicle Weight
18.1 kg (40 lb) weight and seating positions. The Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg combined weight of the driver, weight of the vehicle, all occupants, and
(150 lb) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lb) passengers, accessories, and cargo cargo.
3. Remaining available capacity for Cargo
should never exceed the vehicle's
Weight = 94.9 kg (210 lb)
capacity weight.
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The Certification/Tire label also may Caution Warning (Continued)
show the maximum weights for the
front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Overloading the vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by . Do not leave an unsecured child
Weight Rating (GAWR). To determine restraint in the vehicle.
the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the
the actual loads on the front and rear
vehicle. . When you carry something inside
axles, weigh the vehicle at a weigh
station. Your dealer can help with this. the vehicle, secure it whenever
Using heavier suspension components you can.
Be sure to spread the load equally on to get added durability might not
both sides of the centerline. change the weight ratings. Ask your . Do not leave a seat folded down
The Certification/Tire label may also dealer to help load the vehicle the unless you need to.
contain important information about right way.
There is also important loading
the Front Axle Reserve Capacity.
{ Warning information for off-road driving in this
manual. See “Loading the Vehicle for
{ Warning Things you put inside the vehicle can Off-Road Driving“ under Off-Road
In the case of a sudden stop or strike and injure people in a sudden Driving 0 71.
collision, things carried in the bed of stop or turn, or in a crash.
your truck could shift forward and . Put things in the cargo area of the Two-Tiered Loading
come into the passenger area, vehicle. Try to spread the weight Depending on the model of the pickup,
injuring you and others. If you put evenly. an upper load platform can be created
things in the bed of your truck, you by positioning three or four 5 cm (2 in)
. Never stack heavier things, like
should make sure they are properly by 15 cm (6 in) wooden planks across
secured. suitcases, inside the vehicle so
that some of them are above the the width of the pickup box. The planks
tops of the seats. must be inserted in the pickup box
(Continued) depressions.
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When using this upper load platform, Caution Loading Points
be sure the load is securely tied down
to prevent it from shifting. The load's Overloading the vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by
center of gravity should be positioned
the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the
in a zone over the rear axle. The zone is
vehicle.
located in the area between the front
of each wheel well and the rear of each Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle
wheel well. The center of gravity height Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front or
must not extend above the top of the rear axle.
pickup box flareboard.
* Equipment Maximum Weight
Any load that extends beyond the
vehicle's taillamp area must be properly Ladder Rack and 340 kg (750 lb)
marked according to local laws and Cargo
regulations. Cross Toolbox and 181 kg (400 lb) 1. Primary Load Points
Cargo 2. Secondary Load Areas
Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle 3. GM Approved Accessory Mounting
Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front or Side Boxes and 113 kg per side Points
rear axle. Cargo (250 lb per side) Structural members (1) and (2) are included
Add-On Equipment * The combined weight for all in the pickup box design. Additional
rail-mounted equipment should not accessories should use these load points.
When carrying removable items, a limit Depending on the accessory design, use a
on how many people carried inside the exceed 454 kg (1,000 lb).
spacer under the accessory at the load
vehicle may be necessary. Be sure to points to remove gap. The holes for GM
weigh the vehicle before buying and approved accessories (3) are not intended for
installing the new equipment. aftermarket equipment. See
www.gmupfitter.com for additional pickup
box load bearing structural information.
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Truck-Camper Loading Information The CWR is the maximum weight of the a body is concentrated and,
load the vehicle can carry. It does not if suspended at that point, would
A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper Loading include the weight of the people inside. balance the front and rear.
Information label is attached to the But, use about 68 kg (150 lb) for
inside of the vehicle's glove box. This Here is an example of proper truck and
each seat. camper match:
label indicates if a slide-in camper can
be carried, how much of a load the The total cargo load must not be more
vehicle can carry, and how to correctly than the vehicle's CWR.
spread out the load. It will help to Refer to the Truck-Camper Loading
match the right slide-in camper to the Information label in the glove box for
vehicle. dimensions A and B as shown in the
Your dealer can help make a good following illustration.
vehicle-camper match and help
determine the Cargo Weight
Rating (CWR).
When installing and loading a slide-in
camper, check the manufacturer's
instructions. 1. Camper Center of Gravity
When carrying a slide-in camper, the 2. Recommended Center of Gravity
total cargo load of the vehicle is the Location Zone
weight of the camper plus: Use the rear edge of the load floor for
When the truck is used to carry a
. Everything added to the camper after measurement purposes. The
slide-in camper, the total cargo load of
it left the factory. recommended location for the cargo
the truck consists of the manufacturer's
. Everything in the camper.
center of gravity is in zone C for the
camper weight figure, the weight of
CWR. It is the point where the mass of
. All the people inside. installed additional camper equipment
not included in the manufacturer's
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camper weight figure, the weight of (GAWR). The total axle loads should not
Warning (Continued)
camper cargo, and the weight of exceed the vehicle's gross vehicle
passengers in the camper. The total weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are provide additional traction. Be sure to
cargo load should not exceed the truck's given on the Certification/Tire label apply the parking brake. See Electric
cargo weight rating, and the camper's attached to the B-pillar. See Parking Brake 0 99 and
center of gravity (1) should fall within “Certification/Tire Label” under Vehicle Four-Wheel Drive 0 95.
the truck's recommended center of Load Limits 0 75. If weight ratings are
gravity zone (2) when installed. exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.
{ Warning
Any accessories or other equipment It can be dangerous to get out of the
that are added to the vehicle must be See your dealer for more information vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in
weighed. Then, subtract this extra on curb weights, cargo weights, Cargo P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set.
weight from the CWR. This extra weight Weight Rating, and the correct center of The vehicle can roll. If you have left the
may shorten the center of gravity zone gravity zone. engine running, the vehicle can move
of the vehicle. suddenly. You or others could be injured.
If the slide-in camper and its load Starting and Operating To be sure the vehicle will not move,
weighs less than the CWR, the center of even when you are on fairly level ground,
gravity zone for the vehicle may be
Shifting Into Park (Mechanical use the steps that follow. With
larger. Shifter) four-wheel drive, if the transfer case is in
N (Neutral), the vehicle will be free to
Secure loose items to prevent weight { Warning roll, even if the shift lever is in P (Park).
shifts that could affect the balance of Be sure the transfer case is in a drive
Parking on grades with poor traction such
the vehicle. When the truck-camper is gear. If towing a trailer, see your owner’s
as ice, snow, mud, or gravel may cause
loaded, drive to a scale and weigh on manual.
the vehicle to unintentionally move and
the front and on the rear wheels could result in injury, death, and/or
separately to determine axle loads. vehicle damage. If equipped with
Individual axle loads should not exceed four-wheel drive, use AUTO or 4 (High) to
either of the gross axle weight ratings (Continued)
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1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the When you are ready to drive, move the
parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake Warning (Continued) shift lever out of P (Park) before you release
0 99. And, if you leave the vehicle with the the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by engine running, it could overheat and If torque lock does occur, you may need to
pulling the shift lever toward you and even catch fire. You or others could be have another vehicle push yours a little
moving it up as far as it will go. injured. Do not leave the vehicle with the uphill to take some of the pressure from the
3. Be sure the transfer case, if equipped, is engine running unless you have to. parking pawl in the transmission. You will
in a drive gear, not in N (Neutral). then be able to pull the shift lever out of
If you have to leave the vehicle with the P (Park).
4. Turn the vehicle off.
engine running, be sure the vehicle is in
5. Take the remote key with you. P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set Shifting Into Park (Electronic
before you leave it. After moving the shift Shifter)
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine
lever into P (Park), hold the regular brake
Running pedal down. Then, see if you can move the
shift lever away from P (Park) without first
{ Warning
{ Warning pulling it toward you. If you can, it means Parking on grades with poor traction such
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle that the shift lever was not fully locked into as ice, snow, mud, or gravel may cause
with the engine running. The vehicle P (Park). the vehicle to unintentionally move and
could move suddenly if the shift lever is could result in injury, death, and/or
Torque Lock vehicle damage. If equipped with
not fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake firmly set. If you are parking on a hill and you do not four-wheel drive, use AUTO or 4 (High) to
shift the transmission into P (Park) properly, provide additional traction. Be sure to
If you have four-wheel drive and the the weight of the vehicle may put too much apply the parking brake. See Electric
transfer case is in N (Neutral), the vehicle force on the parking pawl in the Parking Brake 0 99 and
will be free to roll, even if the shift lever transmission. You may find it difficult to pull Four-Wheel Drive 0 95.
is in P (Park). So be sure the transfer case the shift lever out of P (Park). This is called
is in a drive gear – not in N (Neutral). torque lock. To prevent torque lock, set the
(Continued) parking brake and then shift into P (Park)
properly before you leave the driver seat.
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3. The P indicator on the shift lever will
{ Warning turn red when the vehicle is in P (Park). Warning (Continued)
It can be dangerous to get out of the If the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) on a P (Park). See Shifting Into Park
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in hill, the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) may (Mechanical Shifter) 0 81 or
P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. apply automatically. The driver may not be Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) 0 82.
The vehicle can roll. If you have left the able to release the EPB using the EPB If you are towing a trailer, see your
engine running, the vehicle can move switch. It should automatically release when owner’s manual.
suddenly. You or others could be injured. the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
To be sure the vehicle will not move,
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine
Shifting out of Park (Mechanical
even when you are on fairly level ground, Shifter)
use the steps that follow. With Running
four-wheel drive, if the transfer case is in This vehicle is equipped with an electronic
N (Neutral), the vehicle will be free to { Warning shift lock release system. The system is
roll, even if the shift lever is in P (Park). It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle designed to prevent movement of the shift
Be sure the transfer case is in a drive with the engine running. It could lever out of P (Park), unless the brake pedal
overheat and catch fire. is applied and the ignition is on or in
gear. If towing a trailer, see your owner’s
Service Mode.
manual. It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle
The shift lock release is always functional
if the vehicle is not in P (Park) with the except in the case of an uncharged or low
1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the
parking brake set. The vehicle can roll. voltage – less than 9 volt – battery.
parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake
0 99. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine If the vehicle has an uncharged or low
2. Press the P (Park) switch on the top of is running. If you have left the engine voltage battery, try charging or jump
the shift lever. See Automatic running, the vehicle can move suddenly. starting the battery. See Jump Starting -
Transmission (Electronic Shifter) 0 88 or You or others could be injured. To be North America 0 142.
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical sure the vehicle will not move, even
Shifter) 0 85. when you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and shift to
(Continued)
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To shift out of P (Park): Shifting out of Park (Electronic If equipped, the Buckle to Drive feature may
1. Apply the brake pedal. prevent shifting from P (Park). See your
Shifter) owner’s manual.
2. Release the parking brake if it is applied.
This vehicle is equipped with an electronic If the vehicle cannot shift from P (Park), a
See Electric Parking Brake 0 99.
transmission. The shift lock release button is Driver Information Center (DIC) message
3. Pull the shift lever toward you, then designed to prevent inadvertent shifting out
move it to the desired position, and may be displayed. Ensure the engine is
of P (Park). running, the brake pedal is applied, and the
release.
To shift out of P (Park): shift lock release button is pressed when
If the vehicle still cannot be shifted out of you are attempting to shift out of P (Park).
1. Ensure the engine is running.
P (Park): If all of these conditions are met but the
2. Apply the brake pedal. vehicle will not shift out of P (Park), see
1. Ease the pressure on, or release the shift
lever. 3. Press and hold the shift lock release your dealer for service.
button on the shift lever.
2. While holding the brake pedal, push the Parking over Things That Burn
shift lever all the way into P (Park). 4. Move the shift lever to the desired
position. For N (Neutral) hold the lever in
3. Pull the shift lever toward you, then
move it to the desired position, and
the N (Neutral) position until the N { Warning
indicator illuminates red. Things that can burn could touch hot
release.
5. The P indicator will turn white and the exhaust parts under the vehicle and
If equipped, the Buckle to Drive feature may gear indicator on the shift lever will turn ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves,
prevent shifting from P (Park). See your red when the vehicle is no longer in dry grass, or other things that can burn.
owner’s manual. P (Park).
If there is still a problem shifting, have the 6. After releasing the shift lever, it will
vehicle serviced soon. return to the center position.
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Extended Parking Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued)
It is best not to park with the vehicle If unusual fumes are detected or if it is
running. If the vehicle is left running, be { Warning suspected that exhaust is coming into the
sure it will not move and there is adequate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide vehicle:
ventilation. (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled.
. Drive it only with the windows
See Shifting Into Park (Mechanical Shifter) Exposure to CO can cause
completely down.
0 81 or Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) unconsciousness and even death.
0 82 and Engine Exhaust 0 85. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
If the vehicle is left parked and running with Never park the vehicle with the engine
. The vehicle idles in areas with poor
the remote key outside the vehicle, it will running in an enclosed area such as a
ventilation (parking garages, tunnels,
continue to run for up to 15 minutes. garage or a building that has no fresh air
deep snow that may block underbody
If the vehicle is left parked and running with airflow or tail pipes). ventilation.
the remote key inside the vehicle, it will . The exhaust smells or sounds strange
continue to run for up to 30 minutes. or different. Automatic Transmission
The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is
parked on a hill, due to lack of
. The exhaust system leaks due to Automatic Transmission
corrosion or damage.
available fuel. (Mechanical Shifter)
. The vehicle exhaust system has been
The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken modified, damaged, or improperly There is an electronic shift lever position
out of P (Park) while it is running. repaired. indicator within the instrument cluster. This
display illuminates when the vehicle is on.
When the vehicle was produced, it came . There are holes or openings in the
with the auto-shutdown feature enabled. vehicle body from damage or There are several different positions for the
If you are not the primary owner of your aftermarket modifications that are not shift lever.
vehicle, please note that this feature may completely sealed.
have been disabled by a previous owner. (Continued)
The vehicle owners can have this feature
re-enabled at owner cost at any GM service
center.
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Warning (Continued) Caution
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
is running. If you have left the engine moving forward could damage the
running, the vehicle can move suddenly. transmission. The repairs would not be
You or others could be injured. To be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to
sure the vehicle will not move, even R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is
See your owner’s manual and “Range stopped.
Selection Mode” under Manual Mode when you are on fairly level ground,
(Mechanical Shifter) 0 92 or always set the parking brake and move
To rock the vehicle back and forth to get
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0 94. the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting
out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging
Into Park (Mechanical Shifter) 0 81 or
P : This position locks the rear wheels. Use the transmission, see your owner’s manual.
Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) 0 82
P (Park) when starting the engine because N : In this position, the engine does not
the vehicle cannot move easily. and your owner’s manual.
connect with the wheels. To restart the
When parked on a hill, especially when the engine when the vehicle is already moving,
vehicle has a heavy load, you might notice { Warning use N (Neutral) only.
an increase in the effort to shift out of
If equipped with four-wheel drive, the
P (Park). See “Torque Lock” under Shifting
vehicle will be free to roll if the transfer
{ Warning
Into Park (Mechanical Shifter) 0 81 or Shifting into a drive gear while the
Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) 0 82. case is in N (Neutral), even when the shift
lever is in P (Park). You or someone else engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on
{ Warning could be seriously injured. Be sure the
the brake pedal, the vehicle could move
transfer case is in a drive gear — 2 m, 4 m,
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle very rapidly. You could lose control and
if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) or 4 n — or set the parking brake before hit people or objects. Do not shift into a
with the parking brake firmly set. The placing the transfer case in N (Neutral). drive gear while the engine is running at
vehicle can roll. See Four-Wheel Drive 0 95. high speed.
(Continued)
R : Use this gear to back up.
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. When going about 55 km/h (35 mph) or The transmission uses adaptive shift
Caution more, push the accelerator all the controls. The adaptive shift control process
Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with way down. continually compares key shift parameters
the engine running at high speed may By doing this, the vehicle shifts down to to pre-programmed ideal shifts stored in the
damage the transmission. The repairs the next gear and has more power. transmission’s computer. The transmission
would not be covered by the vehicle constantly makes adjustments to improve
warranty. Be sure the engine is not Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode when vehicle performance according to how the
towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, vehicle is being used, such as with a heavy
running at high speed when shifting the
driving on steep hills, or driving off-road. load or when the temperature changes.
vehicle. Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the During this adaptive shift control process,
transmission shifts too often. shifting might feel different as the
Caution Downshifting the transmission in slippery transmission determines the best settings.
A transmission hot message may display road conditions could result in skidding. See When temperatures are very cold, the
if the automatic transmission fluid is too “Skidding” in your owner’s manual. transmission's gear shifting could be delayed
hot. Driving under this condition can The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature providing more stable shifts until the engine
damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the that adjusts the transmission shifting to the warms up. Shifts could be more noticeable
engine to cool the automatic current driving conditions in order to reduce with a cold transmission. This difference in
transmission fluid. This message clears rapid upshifts and downshifts. This shift shifting is normal.
when the transmission fluid has cooled stabilization feature is designed to If equipped with the 2.7L L4 engine, engine
sufficiently. determine, before making an upshift, if the speeds may be increased while driving at
engine is able to maintain vehicle speed by highway speeds while the engine is still
D : This position is for normal driving. analyzing things such as vehicle speed, warming up.
It provides the best fuel economy. If more throttle position, and vehicle load. If the
shift stabilization feature determines that a L : This position allows selection of a range
power is needed for passing, press the
current vehicle speed cannot be maintained, of gears appropriate for current driving
accelerator pedal down.
the transmission does not upshift and conditions. If equipped, see “Range Selection
. When going less than about 55 km/h (35
instead holds the current gear. In some Mode” under Manual Mode (Mechanical
mph), push the accelerator pedal about Shifter) 0 92 or Manual Mode (Electronic
halfway down. cases, this could appear to be a delayed
shift, however the transmission is operating Shifter) 0 94.
normally.
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others will be displayed in white. If the shift
Caution is not immediate, as in very cold conditions,
Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle the indicator on the shift switch may blink
in one place on a hill using only the until it is fully engaged.
accelerator pedal may damage the The shift lever always starts from a center
transmission. The repair will not be position, represented by an up/down arrow
covered by the vehicle warranty. If the on the shift pattern. After releasing the shift
vehicle is stuck, do not spin the tires. lever, it will return to the center position.
When stopping on a hill, use the brakes
to hold the vehicle in place. The transmission does not operate when the
vehicle is off.
Automatic Transmission (Electronic If the vehicle is in accessory mode, the
transmission can be shifted into P (Park).
Shifter) P : This position locks the rear wheels. Use
If the vehicle is turned off while at a P (Park) when starting the engine to prevent
relatively high vehicle speed, the the vehicle from moving easily.
transmission will automatically shift to
N (Neutral). Once the vehicle is stopped, { Warning
P (Park) is automatically selected.
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle
if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park)
with the parking brake firmly set. The
vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine
is running. If you have left the engine
running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be
The shift pattern is displayed on the top of sure the vehicle will not move, even
the shift lever. The selected gear position when you are on fairly level ground,
illuminates red on the shift lever, while all (Continued)
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To shift in and out of P (Park), see Shifting
Warning (Continued) Into Park (Mechanical Shifter) 0 81 or
always set the parking brake and move Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) 0 82
the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting and Shifting out of Park (Mechanical Shifter)
Into Park (Mechanical Shifter) 0 81 or 0 83 or Shifting out of Park (Electronic
Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter) 0 82 Shifter) 0 84.
and your owner’s manual. Service Shift Lever Message
If the message SERVICE SHIFTER SEE
{ Warning OWNER’S MANUAL appears in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), the shift lever
If equipped with four-wheel drive, the needs service. Have the vehicle serviced as
vehicle will be free to roll if the transfer soon as possible. If the vehicle is
case is in N (Neutral), even when the shift This vehicle is equipped with an automatically shifting into P (Park), check to
lever is in P (Park). You or someone else electronically controlled transmission. The see if the P (Park) button on top of the shift
could be seriously injured. Be sure the shift lock release button is designed to lever is stuck. To operate the vehicle, hold
prevent inadvertent shifting out of P (Park) the shift lever in the desired gear,
transfer case is in a drive gear — 2 m, 4 m,
unless the ignition is on, the brake pedal is R (Reverse) or D (Drive), until vehicle speed
or 4 n — or set the parking brake before applied, and the shift lock release button is exceeds 15 km/h (10 mph), then release the
placing the transfer case in N (Neutral). pressed. shift lever.
See Four-Wheel Drive 0 95.
When the vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE R : Use this gear to back up.
START/STOP to turn off the vehicle. The
transmission will shift to P (Park) If the vehicle is shifted from either
automatically unless the vehicle is in R (Reverse) to D (Drive) or L (Low), or L (Low)
N (Neutral), See “Car Wash Mode” later in or D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the speed is
this section. too high, the vehicle may shift to
N (Neutral). Reduce the vehicle speed and
The vehicle will not shift into P (Park) if it is try the shift again.
moving too fast. Stop the vehicle and shift
into P (Park).
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To shift into R (Reverse): To shift into N (Neutral):
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
{ Warning 1. Move the shift lever forward to
2. Press and hold the shift lock release Shifting into a drive gear while the N (Neutral).
button on the side of the shift lever. engine is running at high speed is . If the vehicle is in P (Park), apply the
dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on brake pedal and press the shift lock
3. From the center position, move the shift
the brake pedal, the vehicle could move release button while moving the shift
lever forward to R (Reverse). R will be
very rapidly. You could lose control and lever forward.
illuminated in red.
hit people or objects. Do not shift into a . The N indicator will illuminate in red.
4. After releasing the shift lever, it will drive gear while the engine is running at
return to the center position. 2. After releasing the shift lever, it will
high speed. return to the center position.
To shift out of R (Reverse):
To shift out of N (Neutral):
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
Caution 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shift to the desired gear.
Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with 2. Shift to the desired gear. If shifting from
3. After releasing the shift lever, it will the engine running at high speed may N (Neutral) to R (Reverse), press the shift
return to the center position. damage the transmission. The repairs lock release button.
At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) can be would not be covered by the vehicle 3. After releasing the shift lever, it will
used to rock the vehicle back and forth to warranty. Be sure the engine is not return to the center position.
get out of snow, ice, or sand without running at high speed when shifting the
damaging the transmission. See your vehicle. Car Wash Mode
owner’s manual.
This vehicle includes a Car Wash Mode that
N : In this position, the engine does not The vehicle is not designed to stay in allows the vehicle to remain in N (Neutral)
connect with the wheels. To restart the N (Neutral) for more than five minutes. for use in automatic car washes.
engine when the vehicle is already moving, It may automatically shift into P (Park).
use N (Neutral) only. N (Neutral) is not intended for towing. If the
vehicle needs to be towed, see Transporting
a Disabled Vehicle 0 145.
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Car Wash Mode (Engine Off – Driver in 6. The indicator should continue to show N. 5. The indicator should continue to show N.
Vehicle) If it does not, repeat Steps 2–5. If it does not, repeat Steps 2–4.
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the 7. Exit the vehicle and close the door. The 6. Exit the vehicle and close the door. The
engine off and the vehicle occupied: vehicle is now ready for the car wash. vehicle is now ready for the car wash.
1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. 8. The vehicle may automatically shift to 7. The vehicle may automatically shift to
2. Apply the brake pedal. P (Park) upon re-entry. P (Park) upon re-entry.
3. Shift to N (Neutral). Car Wash Mode (Engine On – Driver in Caution
Vehicle)
4. Turn off the engine and release the A transmission hot message may display
brake pedal. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the if the automatic transmission fluid is too
5. The indicator should continue to show N. engine on and the vehicle occupied:
hot. Driving under this condition can
If it does not, repeat Steps 2–4. 1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the
6. The vehicle is now ready for the 2. Apply the brake pedal. engine to cool the automatic
car wash. 3. Shift to N (Neutral). transmission fluid. This message clears
Car Wash Mode (Engine Off – Driver Out of 4. Release the brake pedal. The vehicle is when the transmission fluid has cooled
Vehicle) now ready for the car wash. sufficiently.
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the Car Wash Mode (Engine On – Driver Out of D : This position is for normal driving.
engine off and the vehicle unoccupied: Vehicle) If more power is needed for passing, press
1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the the accelerator pedal down.
2. Apply the brake pedal. engine on and the vehicle unoccupied: To shift into D (Drive):
3. Open the door. 1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
4. Shift to N (Neutral). 2. Apply the brake pedal. 2. From the center position, move the shift
5. Turn off the engine and release the 3. Open the door. lever back.
brake pedal. 4. Shift to N (Neutral), then release the . If the vehicle is in P (Park) press the
brake pedal. shift lock release button while pulling
the shift lever back.
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. D will illuminate in red. Manual Mode (Mechanical When the shift lever is moved from
. After releasing the shift lever, it will D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode), a number
return to the center position.
Shifter) displays next to the L, indicating the current
Range Selection Mode transmission range.
To shift out of D (Drive):
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. This number is the highest gear that the
transmission will allow while operating in
2. Shift to the desired gear. L (Manual Mode). All gears below that
3. After releasing the shift lever, it will number are available. As driving conditions
return to the center position. change, the transmission can automatically
Downshifting the transmission on a slippery shift to lower gears. For example, when L5 is
road could result in skidding. See “Skidding” selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are
in your owner’s manual. Range Selection Mode helps control the automatically shifted by the transmission,
vehicle transmission and vehicle speed while but 6 (Sixth) cannot be used until the plus/
Caution driving downhill or towing a trailer. minus button on the shift lever is used to
It permits the manual selection of a desired change to the range.
Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle
gear range. In vehicles with gasoline engines, when the
in one place on a hill using only the
accelerator pedal may damage the To use this feature: shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to
transmission. The repair will not be 1. Move the shift lever to L (Manual Mode). L (Manual Mode), a downshift may occur.
covered by the vehicle warranty. If the The gear that the transmission is operating
2. Press the plus/minus buttons on the in when the shift lever is moved from D
vehicle is stuck, do not spin the tires. shift lever to select the desired gear (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) determines if a
When stopping on a hill, use the brakes range for current driving conditions. downshift occurs. See the following charts.
to hold the vehicle in place.
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8-Speed Automatic Transmission
Gear before shifting
from D (Drive) to 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st
L (Manual Mode)
Range after shifting
from D (Drive) to
L6 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L2 L1
L (Manual Mode) –
Tow/Haul not engaged
Range after shifting
from D (Drive) to
L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L3 L2 L1
L (Manual Mode) –
Tow/Haul engaged
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10-Speed Automatic Transmission

Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) 10th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st
Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual
L7 L7 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L2 L1
Mode) – Tow/Haul not engaged
Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual
L7 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L3 L2 L1
Mode) – Tow/Haul engaged

Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) Information Center (DIC) will display a

number next to the L indicating the highest
Electronic Range Select (ERS) available gear.
To enter Electronic Range Select or
Caution
Manual Mode:
Driving with the engine at a high rpm
1. With the vehicle in D (Drive), pull back
without upshifting while using Manual on the shift lever to activate L (Low). The
Mode, could damage the vehicle. Always L in the shift pattern will illuminate in
upshift when necessary while using red, and the D will switch to white.
Manual Mode.
2. Tap the left steering wheel control to
reduce the highest gear available, or the
right control to increase the highest gear
Electronic Range Select (ERS), or Manual available.
Mode, allows for the selection of the range
of gear positions. Use this mode when 3. To exit, pull back on the shift lever a
driving downhill or towing a trailer to limit second time. The D in the shift pattern
the top gear and vehicle speed. The shift will illuminate in red, and the L will
position indicator within the Driver switch to white.
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When shifting to L (Low), the transmission
will shift to a preset lower gear range. For
Caution Caution
this preset range, the highest gear available Do not drive on clean, dry pavement in Extended high-speed operation in 4 n
will be displayed next to the L in the DIC. 4 m and 4 n (if equipped) for an extended may damage or shorten the life of the
See your owner’s manual. All gears below period of time. These conditions may drivetrain.
that number are available to use. For cause premature wear on the vehicle’s
example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to powertrain. An engagement noise and bump is normal
the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are when shifting between 4 n and 4 m or
shifted automatically. To shift to 5 (Fifth) Driving on clean, dry pavement in 4 m or 4 N (Neutral), with the engine running.
gear, tap the right steering wheel control or
shift into D (Drive). n may: Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction Control
. Cause a vibration to be felt in the and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control
L (Low) will prevent shifting to a lower gear
steering system. (ESC) off. See Traction Control/Electronic
range if the engine speed is too high. If the
. Cause tires to wear faster. Stability Control 0 100.
vehicle speed is not reduced within the time
allowed, the lower gear range shift will not
be completed. Slow the vehicle, then tap the { Warning
left steering wheel control to the desired If equipped with four-wheel drive, the
lower gear range. vehicle will be free to roll if the transfer
Cruise control can be used while in ERS. case is in N (Neutral), even when the shift
lever is in P (Park). You or someone else
Drive Systems could be seriously injured. Be sure the
transfer case is in a drive gear — 2 m, 4 m,
Four-Wheel Drive or 4 n — or set the parking brake before
If equipped, four-wheel drive engages the placing the transfer case in N (Neutral).
front axle for extra traction. See Shifting Into Park (Mechanical Shifter)
0 81 or Shifting Into Park (Electronic
Read the appropriate section for transfer
Shifter) 0 82.
case operation before using.
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Automatic Transfer Case If equipped, the transfer case controls are based on driving conditions. This setting
used to shift into and out of four-wheel provides slightly lower fuel economy
Two-Speed Transfer Case
drive. than 2 m.
To shift the transfer case, press the desired 4 m (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use this
button. The graphic in the instrument setting when extra traction is needed, such
cluster will flash while a shift is in progress. as when driving on snowy or icy roads,
The graphic displayed will change to indicate when off-roading, or when plowing snow.
the setting requested.
When the shift is complete the graphic will 4 n (Four-Wheel Drive Low) : This setting
stop flashing. The Driver Information Center engages the front axle and delivers extra
(DIC) message turns off once the shift is torque. Choose 4 n when driving off-road in
complete. If the transfer case cannot deep sand, deep mud, or deep snow, and
complete a shift request, it will go back to while climbing or descending steep hills.
its last chosen setting. While driving in 4 n, keep vehicle speed
The settings are: below 72 km/h (45 mph).
Work Truck and Custom
N (Neutral) : Use only when the vehicle Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction Control
needs to be towed. See Transporting a and StabiliTrak/ESC off. See Traction Control/
Disabled Vehicle 0 145. Electronic Stability Control 0 100.
2 m (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use for driving Shifts between 2m, 4 m, and AUTO
on most streets and highways. The front Any of these shifts can be made at normal
axle is not engaged. This setting provides driving speed.
the best fuel economy.
The actual 4x4 shift request is only made
AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) : Use after the button is released. The 4x4 graphic
when road surface conditions are variable. will remain flashing until the shift request
When driving in AUTO, the front axle is has completed. A DIC message displays to
engaged, and the vehicle's power is sent to indicate that the 4x4 transfer case has been
the front and rear wheels automatically requested to shift to the new desired state.
Uplevel Shown, Base Level Similar
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Once the 4x4 shift has completed, the DIC Once the 4x4 shift has completed, the With the vehicle moving less than
message disappears, the 4x4 graphic stops DIC message disappears, the 4x4 graphic 5 km/h (3 mph) and the transmission in
flashing, and the current setting is indicated. stops flashing and the current setting is N (Neutral), attempt the shift again.
indicated.
When a shift to 2 m is completed successfully Shifting Out of 4 n
while in P (Park), the parking brake will If vehicle speed is higher when shift request
1. The vehicle must be stopped or moving
engage. To resume driving, shift the occurs, a DIC message displays. Reduce
less than 5 km/h (3 mph) with the
transmission to the desired gear and vehicle speed.
transmission in N (Neutral) and the
manually release the parking brake or press If the transmission is not in N (Neutral) ignition on. It is best for the vehicle to
the accelerator pedal to begin driving. See when shift request occurs, a DIC message be moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph).
Electric Parking Brake 0 99. displays. The vehicle will allow 20 seconds
2. Press 4 m, AUTO, or 2 m. The actual 4x4
If equipped, use 4 n, AUTO, or 4 m to provide for the shift to occur. After this time, a
graphic in the instrument cluster will shift request is only made after the
additional traction when parking on a steep button is released. The 4x4 graphic will
grade with poor traction such as ice, snow, indicate that the transfer case is in 4 n. remain flashing until the shift request
mud, or gravel. has completed. A DIC message displays
Caution to indicate the state of the request.
Shifting Into 4 n Shifting the transmission into gear before Once the 4x4 shift has completed, the
1. The ignition must be on and the vehicle the requested mode indicator light has DIC message disappears, the 4x4 graphic
must be stopped or moving less than stopped flashing could damage the stops flashing, and the current setting is
5 km/h (3 mph) with the transmission in transfer case. indicated.
N (Neutral). It is best for the vehicle to
be moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). If the transmission is not shifted into If vehicle speed is higher when shift
N (Neutral) or the vehicle has not slowed to request occurs, a DIC message displays.
2. Press 4 n. The actual 4x4 shift request is Reduce vehicle speed.
only made after the button is released. 5 km/h (3 mph) within 20 seconds, the
The 4x4 graphic will remain flashing transfer case will remain in its original state. If the transmission is not in N (Neutral)
until the shift request has completed. This will be indicated in the instrument when shift request occurs, DIC messages will
A DIC message displays to indicate that cluster. display. The vehicle will allow 20 seconds for
the 4x4 transfer case has been requested this shift to occur. After this time, a graphic
to shift to the new desired state. in the instrument cluster will indicate that
the transfer case is in 4 n.
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If the parking brake and/or brake pedal Single Speed Transfer Case
Caution is not applied within 20 seconds, the
Shifting the transmission into gear before transfer case will remain in the original
the requested mode indicator light has state.
stopped flashing could damage the 6. If the transmission is not shifted into
transfer case. N (Neutral) or the vehicle has not slowed
to 5 km/h (3 mph) within 20 seconds,
If the transmission is not shifted into the transfer case will remain in its
N (Neutral) or the vehicle has not slowed to original state. This will be indicated in
5 km/h (3 mph) within 20 seconds, the the instrument cluster.
transfer case will remain in its original state.
This will be indicated in the instrument Shifting Out of N (Neutral)
cluster. To shift out of N (Neutral):
With the vehicle moving less than 5 km/h 1. Start the vehicle. Work Truck and Custom
(3 mph), and the transmission in N (Neutral), 2. Set the parking brake. See Electric
attempt the shift again. Parking Brake 0 99.
Shifting Into N (Neutral) 3. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral).
To shift into N (Neutral): 4. Shift the transfer case to 2 m. Transfer
1. Start the vehicle. case shifts out of N (Neutral) can only be
2. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). made into 2 m. When the shift to 2 m is
complete, the graphic in the instrument
3. Shift the transfer case to 2 m. cluster will stop flashing. If the transfer
4. Apply the parking brake and/or brake case cannot complete a shift, the graphic
pedal. will return to the previously selected
5. Press 2 m five times in 10 seconds until setting.
the N (Neutral) graphic starts flashing in
the instrument cluster. When the shift is Uplevel Shown, Base Level Similar
complete, the graphic stops flashing.
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If equipped, the transfer case controls are automatically based on driving conditions. Brakes
used to shift into and out of four-wheel This setting provides slightly lower fuel
drive. economy than 2 m. Electric Parking Brake
To shift the transfer case, press the desired Shifts between 2 m, 4 m, and AUTO
button. The graphic in the instrument
cluster will flash while a shift is in progress. Any of these shifts can be made at normal
The graphic displayed will change to indicate driving speed.
the setting requested. The actual 4x4 shift request is only made
When the shift is complete the graphic will after the button is released. The 4x4 graphic
stop flashing. The DIC message turns off will remain flashing until the shift request
once the shift is complete. If the transfer has completed. A DIC message displays.
case cannot complete a shift request, it will Once the 4x4 shift has completed, the DIC
go back to its last chosen setting. message disappears, the 4x4 graphic stops
The settings are: flashing, and the current setting is indicated.
2 m (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use for driving The actual 4x4 shift request is only made
after the button is released. The 4x4 graphic Work Truck Shown, Others Similar
on most streets and highways. The front
axle is not engaged. This setting provides will remain flashing until the shift request
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) can always
the best fuel economy. has completed.
be applied, even if the vehicle is off. In case
A DIC message displays. Once the 4x4 shift of insufficient electrical power, the EPB
4 m (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use this
has completed, the DIC message disappears, cannot be applied or released. To prevent
setting when extra traction is needed, such the 4x4 graphic stops flashing, and the draining the battery, avoid unnecessary
as when driving on snowy or icy roads, current setting is indicated. repeated cycles of the EPB.
when off-roading, or when plowing snow.
The system has a red parking brake status
AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) light and an amber service parking brake
Use when road surface conditions are warning light. See your owner’s manual.
variable. When driving in AUTO, the front There are also parking brake-related Driver
axle is engaged, and the vehicle's power is Information Center (DIC) messages.
sent to the front and rear wheels
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Before leaving the vehicle, check the red If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is
parking brake status light to ensure that the moving, the vehicle will decelerate as long
Caution
parking brake is applied. as the switch is pressed. If the switch is Driving with the parking brake on can
pressed until the vehicle comes to a stop, overheat the brake system and cause
EPB Apply the EPB will remain applied. premature wear or damage to brake
To apply the EPB: The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB system parts. Make sure that the parking
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. in some situations when the vehicle is not brake is fully released and the brake
moving. This is normal, and is done to warning light is off before driving.
2. Press the EPB switch momentarily.
periodically check the correct operation of
The red parking brake status light will flash the EPB system, or at the request of other If you are towing a trailer and parking on a
and then stay on once the EPB is fully safety functions that utilize the EPB. hill, see your owner’s manual.
applied. If the red parking brake status light
flashes continuously, then the EPB is only If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear Automatic EPB Release
partially applied or there is a problem with wheels to prevent vehicle movement. The EPB will automatically release if the
the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release EPB Release vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an
the EPB and try to apply it again. If the attempt is made to drive away. Avoid rapid
light does not come on, or keeps flashing, To release the EPB: acceleration when the EPB is applied, to
have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the 1. Turn the ignition on or to preserve parking brake lining life.
vehicle if the red parking brake status light accessory mode.
is flashing. See your dealer. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. Ride Control Systems
If the amber service parking brake warning 3. Press the EPB switch momentarily.
light is on, press the EPB switch. Continue to Traction Control/Electronic
hold the switch until the red parking brake The EPB is released when the red parking
brake status light is off. Stability Control
status light remains on. If the amber service
parking brake warning light is on, see your If the amber service parking brake warning System Operation
dealer. light is on, release the EPB by pressing and The vehicle has a Traction Control System
holding the EPB switch. Continue to hold the (TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
switch until the red parking brake status Control (ESC), an electronic stability control
light is off. If either light stays on after
release is attempted, see your dealer.
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system. These systems help limit wheel spin It is recommended to leave both systems on inactive and is not assisting the driver in
and assist the driver in maintaining control, for normal driving conditions, but it may be maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to
especially on slippery road conditions. necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets drive, but driving should be adjusted
TCS activates if it senses that any of the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See your accordingly.
drive wheels are spinning or beginning to owner’s manual and “Turning the Systems
Off and On” later in this section. If d comes on and stays on:
lose traction. When this happens, TCS
1. Stop the vehicle.
applies the brakes to the spinning wheels When the transfer case (if equipped) is in 4
and reduces engine power to limit n, the stability system is automatically 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds.
wheel spin. disabled, and g comes on in the instrument 3. Start the engine.
StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle cluster. Both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC are 4. Drive the vehicle.
senses a difference between the intended automatically disabled.
If d comes on and stays on, the vehicle
path and the direction the vehicle is actually
traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies may need more time to diagnose the
braking pressure to any one of the vehicle problem. If the condition persists, see your
wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping dealer.
the vehicle on the intended path. Turning the Systems Off and On
If cruise control is being used and TCS or (Except ZR2)
StabiliTrak/ESC begins to limit wheel spin,
The indicator light for both systems is in the
cruise control will disengage. Cruise control
instrument cluster. This light will:
may be turned back on when road
conditions allow. . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin.
. Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated.
Both systems come on automatically when
the vehicle is started and begins to move. . Turn on and stay on when either system
The systems may be heard or felt while is not working.
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC is on
they are operating or while performing If either system fails to turn on or to the center stack.
diagnostic checks. This is normal and does activate, a message displays in the Driver
not mean there is a problem with the Information Center (DIC), and d comes on
vehicle. and stays on to indicate that the system is
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Caution Adding accessories can affect the vehicle To turn off only TCS, press and release g.
performance. See your owner’s manual. The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/ESC
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate
heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle Turning the Systems Off and On Off light g display in the instrument
driveline could be damaged. (ZR2 Only) cluster. To turn TCS on again, press and
release g. The Traction Off light i and
To turn off only TCS, press and release g. StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g in the instrument
The Traction Off light i displays in the cluster will turn off.
instrument cluster. To turn TCS on again, If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g is
press and release g. The Traction Off light pressed, the system will not turn off until
i in the instrument cluster will turn off. the wheels stop spinning.
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC is on To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC,
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g is the center stack.
pressed, the system will not turn off until press and hold g until the Traction Off light
the wheels stop spinning. Caution i and StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g come on
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, and stay on in the instrument cluster and
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate
the ESC OFF message appears in the DIC. To
press and hold g until the Traction Off light heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again, press
i and StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g come on driveline could be damaged.
and release g. The Traction Off light i and
and stay on in the instrument cluster. To
turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again, press Pressing and releasing g while in Off-Road StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g in the instrument
Mode disables TCS and changes the cluster turn off.
and release g. The Traction Off light i and
StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g in the instrument StabiliTrak/ESC calibration to allow a greater StabiliTrak/ESC will automatically turn on if
cluster turn off. difference between vehicle path and the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). TCS
intended path. This reduces the amount of will remain off until g is pressed or until
StabiliTrak/ESC will automatically turn on if correction StabiliTrak/ESC will provide in the the ignition is turned off and then back on.
the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). TCS event the vehicle is not traveling on the
will remain off until g is pressed or until intended path. Adding accessories can affect the vehicle
the ignition is turned off and then back on. performance. See your owner’s manual.
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Stability Control Interaction with StabiliTrak/ESC will not automatically turn
on while in Off-Road Mode. TCS and Warning (Continued)
Off-Road Mode (ZR2 Only)
StabiliTrak/ESC will remain off in Off-Road
The TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC calibrations are Under many conditions, these systems
Mode until g is pressed or the ignition is
different while in Off-Road Mode. They will not:
provide optimum performance in an off-road turned off and then back on.
. Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
environment.
Pressing and releasing g disables TCS and
Driver Assistance Systems or animals.
. Detect vehicles or objects outside the
changes the StabiliTrak/ESC calibration to If equipped, this vehicle may have features area monitored by the system.
allow a greater difference between vehicle that work together to help avoid crashes or
reduce crash damage while driving, backing, . Work at all driving speeds.
path and intended path. This reduces the
amount of correction StabiliTrak/ESC will and parking. Read the owner’s manual for . Warn you or provide you with enough
provide in the event the vehicle is not more important feature limitations and time to avoid a crash.
traveling on the intended path. information before using these systems. . Work under poor visibility or bad
To turn off only TCS, press and release g. weather conditions.
{ Warning . Work if the detection sensor is not
i and g will display in the instrument Do not rely on the Driver Assistance
cluster. To turn TCS on again, press and cleaned or is covered by ice, snow,
Systems. These systems do not replace mud, or dirt.
release g. i and g in the instrument the need for paying attention and driving
cluster will turn off. . Work if the detection sensor is
safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or
covered up, such as with a sticker,
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, warnings provided by these systems. magnet, or metal plate.
press and hold g until a StabiliTrak/ESC off Failure to use proper care when driving
message displays in the instrument cluster may result in injury, death, or vehicle . Work if the area surrounding the
and the ESC OFF message appears in the damage. See your owner’s manual. detection sensor is damaged or not
DIC. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on (Continued) properly repaired.
again, press and release g. i and g in the (Continued)
instrument cluster will turn off.
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Surround Vision System Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
Warning (Continued)
Surround Vision uses multiple cameras to [: Forward Collision Alert can warn you if
Complete attention is always required
display an overhead image of the area it detects a potential front-end collision with
while driving, and you should be ready to around your vehicle along with Rear Vision a vehicle you’re following so you can quickly
take action and apply the brakes and/or Camera or front views. It works at low take action. It can also provide a tailgating
steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. speeds and may help you park and avoid alert if you’re following a vehicle much too
nearby objects. closely.
Your vehicle may be equipped with the
following driver assistance systems, Front and Rear Park Assist Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
depending on vehicle production: X: Front and Rear Park Assist can provide Automatic Emergency Braking works with
Audible or Safety Alert Seat distance alerts to nearby detected objects in Forward Collision Alert to help you avoid or
front of or behind your vehicle to help you reduce the severity of a front-end collision
Some driver assistance features alert the
park and avoid collisions at low speeds. with a detected vehicle you’re following.
driver of obstacles by beeping. To change
Rear Pedestrian Alert This feature works at speeds below 50 mph.
the volume of the warning chime, see
Camera technology is used to automatically
“Comfort and Convenience” under “Vehicle Rear Pedestrian Alert can help alert you to provide hard emergency braking or enhance
Personalization” in the Owner’s Manual. detected pedestrians directly behind your the driver’s hard braking.
With the Safety Alert Seat, the driver seat vehicle so you can quickly take action. The
system works when you’re in Reverse during Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
cushion may provide a vibrating pulse alert
instead of beeping. To change this, see the daytime. It has limited nighttime and ~: Front Pedestrian Braking can help you
“Collision/Detection Systems” under “Vehicle low visibility performance. avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end
Personalization” in the Owner’s Manual. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System collision with a pedestrian it detects directly
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ahead of you. It provides pedestrian alerts
7: Rear Cross Traffic Alert can warn you and can even automatically provide hard
Rear Vision Camera shows you an image of of detected left or right cross traffic behind emergency braking or enhance the driver’s
the area directly behind your vehicle when your vehicle when you’re in Reverse. hard braking. The system works at speeds
you’re in Reverse at low speeds. This may below 50 mph during the daytime. It has
help you park and avoid nearby objects. limited nighttime and low visibility
performance.
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Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Information Center (DIC) messages may . Front and rear bumpers and the area
display when the systems are unavailable or below the bumpers
I: Side Blind Zone Alert can provide blocked. . Front grille and headlamps
side-mirror visual alerts when a moving
vehicle is detected in a side blind zone. . Front camera lens in the front grille or
It can help you avoid lane change collisions. near the front emblem
. Front side and rear side panels
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
. Outside of the windshield in front of the
|: Lane Change Alert with Side Blind rearview mirror
Zone Alert can provide side-mirror visual . Side camera lens on the bottom of the
alerts when a detected moving vehicle is outside mirrors
quickly approaching or is in your side blind . Rear side corner bumpers
zone. It can help you avoid lane change
collisions. . Rear Vision Camera in the tailgate handle
. Rear Camera Mirror and Cargo View
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Camera in the Center High-Mounted
A: Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Stoplamp
Warning uses a brief, gentle steering wheel Radio Frequency
turn to alert you when you may be
unintentionally drifting out of detected lane This vehicle may be equipped with driver
lines, so you can steer to stay safely in your assistance systems that operate using radio
lane. If needed, you may receive additional frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement
Lane Departure Warning alerts. System 0 152.
alerts do not occur if you’re using your turn
signal or it detects you may be intentionally Fuel
leaving your lane.
Cleaning Filling the Tank (Pickup Model)
Depending on vehicle options, keep these If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best Duramax diesel supplement.
driver assistance feature performance. Driver
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An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which
side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See Warning (Continued) { Warning
your owner’s manual. . Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a Overfilling the fuel tank by more than
metallic object to discharge static three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may
{ Warning electricity from your body. cause:
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently . Fuel can spray out if the fill nozzle is . Vehicle performance issues, including
and can cause injury or death. inserted too quickly. This spray can engine stalling and damage to the fuel
happen if the tank is nearly full, and is system.
Follow these guidelines to help avoid more likely in hot weather. Insert the
injuries to you and others: . Fuel spills.
fill nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss
. Read and follow all the instructions on noise to stop before beginning to . Under certain conditions, fuel fires.
the fuel pump island. flow fuel.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds
. Turn off the engine when refueling.
after you have finished pumping before
. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from
materials away from fuel. painted surfaces as soon as possible. See
. Do not leave the fuel pump your owner’s manual. Push the fuel door
unattended. closed.
. Avoid using electronic devices while
refueling.
{ Warning
.
If a fire starts while you are refueling, do
Do not re-enter the vehicle while
pumping fuel. not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the
flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or
. Keep children away from the fuel by notifying the station attendant. Leave
pump and never let children the area immediately.
pump fuel.
The capless refueling system does not have
(Continued)
a fuel cap. Fully insert and latch the fill
nozzle, begin fueling.
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Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel Filling the Tank (Chassis Cab Warning (Continued)
Container
Model) . Keep children away from the fuel
If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be
filled from a portable fuel container: An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which pump and never let children
side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See pump fuel.
your owner’s manual. . Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a
metallic object to discharge static
{ Warning electricity from your body.
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently . Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is
and can cause injury or death. opened too quickly. This spray can
Follow these guidelines to help avoid happen if the tank is nearly full, and is
1. Locate the capless funnel adapter. more likely in hot weather. Open the
injuries to you and others:
2. Insert and latch the funnel into the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss
capless fuel system. . Read and follow all the instructions on noise to stop, then unscrew the cap all
the fuel pump island. the way.
{ Warning . Turn off the engine when refueling.
Attempting to refuel from a portable fuel . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
container without using the funnel materials away from fuel.
adapter may cause fuel spillage and . Do not leave the fuel pump
damage the capless fuel system. This unattended.
could cause a fire. You or others could be . Avoid using electronic devices while
badly burned and the vehicle could be refueling.
damaged.
. Do not re-enter the vehicle while
3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter pumping fuel.
and return it to the storage location. (Continued)
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Use the fuel cap key to unlock the fuel cap
then turn the fuel cap counterclockwise to { Warning
remove. Fully insert and latch the fill nozzle, If a fire starts while you are refueling, do
begin fueling. not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the
flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or
{ Warning by notifying the station attendant. Leave
Overfilling the fuel tank by more than the area immediately.
three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may
cause:
Caution
. Vehicle performance issues, including
engine stalling and damage to the fuel If a new fuel cap is needed, get the right
system. type of cap from your dealer. The wrong
type of fuel cap may not fit properly,
. Fuel spills.
may turn on the malfunction indicator
. Under certain conditions, fuel fires. lamp, and could damage the fuel system
and emissions system. See your owner’s
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds manual.
after you have finished pumping before
removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See
your owner’s manual. Reinstall the cap by
turning it clockwise until it clicks.
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Vehicle Care Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . 142
General Information
For service and parts needs, visit your
General Information Towing the Vehicle dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Transporting a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . 145 and GM-trained and supported service
California Perchlorate Materials people.
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . 110
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . 111
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 120
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . 123 California Perchlorate Materials
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . 123
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Requirements
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Certain types of automotive applications,
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . 128 such as airbag initiators, seat belt
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 pretensioners, and lithium batteries
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . 130 contained in electronic keys, may contain
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 130 perchlorate materials. Perchlorate Material –
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
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special handling may apply. See If equipped with remote vehicle start, open
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ the hood before performing any service
perchlorate. work to prevent remote starting the vehicle
accidentally. See your owner’s manual.
Vehicle Checks Keep a record with all parts receipts and list
the mileage and the date of any service
Doing Your Own Service Work work performed. See your owner’s manual.

{ Warning Caution
It can be dangerous to work on your Even small amounts of contamination can
vehicle if you do not have the proper cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not
knowledge, service manual, tools, allow contaminants to contact the fluids,
or parts. Always follow owner’s manual reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
procedures and consult the service
manual for your vehicle before doing any
service work.

If doing some of your own service work, use

the proper service manual. It tells you much
more about how to service the vehicle than
this manual can. To order the proper service
manual, see your owner’s manual.
This vehicle has an airbag system. Before
attempting to do your own service work,
see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
0 36.
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Engine Compartment Overview

2.7L L4 Engine (L3B)

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1. Remote Negative (–) Location. See Jump
Starting - North America 0 142.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See
Jump Starting - North America 0 142.
3. Battery - North America 0 114.
4. Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
5. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See
your owner’s manual.
6. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add
Engine Oil” in your owner’s manual.
7. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine
Oil” in your owner’s manual.
8. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
See your owner’s manual.
9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See your owner’s
manual.
11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” in your owner’s
manual.
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5.3L V8 Engine (L84) Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine (L87) Similar

1. Remote Negative (–) Location. See Jump 5. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine 8. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
Starting - North America 0 142. Oil” in your owner’s manual. See your owner’s manual.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See 9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
Jump Starting - North America 0 142. your owner’s manual. 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See your owner’s
3. Battery - North America 0 114. 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add manual.
4. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. Engine Oil” in your owner’s manual.
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11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Extended Storage: Remove the black,
“Adding Washer Fluid” in your owner’s { Warning negative (−) cable from the battery or use a
manual. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and battery trickle charger.
related accessories can expose you to Negative Battery Cable Disconnection
Battery - North America chemicals including lead and lead
The original equipment battery is compounds, which are known to the
maintenance free. Do not remove the cap State of California to cause cancer and
{ Warning
and do not add fluid. birth defects or other reproductive harm. Before disconnecting the negative battery
Wash hands after handling. For more cable, turn off all features, turn the
Refer to the replacement number shown on
information go to ignition off, and remove the key,
the original battery label when a new
battery is needed. See Engine Compartment www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. if equipped, from the vehicle. If this is
Overview 0 111 for battery location. not done, you or others could be injured,
See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 1. and the vehicle could be damaged.
Stop/Start System
Vehicles equipped with a 2.7L L3B, , 5.3L L84 Vehicle Storage
or 6.2L L87 are equipped with a Stop/Start Caution
system to shut off the engine to help { Warning If the battery is disconnected with the
conserve fuel. See your owner’s manual. Batteries have acid that can burn you and ignition on or the vehicle in Retained
Vehicles with the Stop/Start system have an gas that can explode. You can be badly Accessory Power (RAP), the OnStar
Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery. hurt if you are not careful. Always wear back-up battery will be permanently
Installation of a standard 12-volt battery will eye protection. See Jump Starting - North discharged and will need to be replaced.
result in reduced 12-volt battery life. When America 0 142 for tips on working around
using a 12-volt battery charger on the 12-volt a battery without getting hurt. 1. Make sure the lamps, features, and
AGM battery, some chargers have an AGM accessories are turned off.
battery setting on the charger. If available, Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, 2. Turn the ignition off and remove the
use the AGM setting on the charger to limit negative (−) cable from the battery to keep key, if equipped.
charge voltage to 14.8 volts. Follow the the battery from running down.
charger manufacturer’s instructions.
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For vehicles equipped with the Stop/Start For vehicles not equipped with the Stop/ Negative Battery Cable Reconnection
system: Start system:
Caution
When reconnecting the battery:
. Use the original nut from the vehicle
to secure the negative battery cable.
Do not use a different nut. If you
need a replacement nut, see your
dealer.
. Tighten the nut with a hand tool. Do
not use an impact wrench or power
tools to tighten the nut.
The vehicle could be damaged if these
guidelines are not followed.
1. Loosen and remove the negative battery 1. Loosen the negative battery cable nut (1).
cable nut (1) at the battery sensor 2. Remove the negative battery cable
connection. clamp (2) from the negative battery post. Caution
2. Remove the negative battery cable (2) 3. Cover the negative battery cable clamp, Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion
from the battery sensor stud. and negative battery post with a inhibitors on the nut that secures the
3. Cover the negative battery cable non-conductive material to prevent any negative battery cable to the vehicle. This
terminal, battery sensor stud, and contact with the negative battery cable. could damage the vehicle.
negative battery post with a
non-conductive material to prevent any For vehicles equipped with the Stop/Start
contact with the negative battery cable. system:
1. Install the negative battery cable to the
battery sensor stud.
2. Install the negative battery cable nut to
the battery sensor stud and tighten.
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3. Turn the ignition on. warranty and where to get service. For
Warning (Continued)
For vehicles not equipped with the Stop/ additional information refer to the tire
Start system: manufacturer. . Worn or old tires can cause a
1. Install the negative battery cable clamp
crash. If the tread is badly worn,
to the negative battery post. { Warning replace them.
2. Tighten the negative battery cable nut. . Poorly maintained and improperly . Replace any tires that have been
3. Turn the ignition on. used tires are dangerous. damaged by impacts with
. Overloading the tires can cause potholes, curbs, etc.
Headlamp Aiming overheating as a result of too . Improperly repaired tires can cause
much flexing. There could be a a crash. Only your dealer or an
Front Headlamp Aiming blowout and a serious crash. See authorized tire service center
Headlamp aim has been preset and should Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. should repair, replace, dismount,
need no further adjustment. . Underinflated tires pose the same and mount the tires.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the danger as overloaded tires. The . Do not spin the tires in excess of
headlamp aim may be affected. resulting crash could cause serious 56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery
If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, injury. Check all tires frequently to surfaces such as snow, mud, ice,
see your dealer. maintain the recommended etc. Excessive spinning may cause
pressure. Tire pressure should be the tires to explode.
Wheels and Tires checked when the tires are cold.
. Overinflated tires are more likely Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tires
to be cut, punctured, or broken by Useful information about a tire is
Every new GM vehicle has high-quality a sudden impact — such as when molded into its sidewall. The examples
tires made by a leading tire hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the show a typical passenger vehicle tire/
manufacturer. See the warranty manual recommended pressure. full size spare tire, and light truck tire
for information regarding the tire (Continued) sidewall.
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(3) DOT (Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord
Transportation) : The Department of and number of plies in the sidewall and
Transportation (DOT) code indicates that under the tread.
the tire is in compliance with the U.S. (6) Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Department of Transportation Motor (UTQG) : Tire manufacturers are
Vehicle Safety Standards. required to grade tires based on three
DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last performance factors: treadwear,
four digits of the TIN indicate the tire traction, and temperature resistance.
manufactured date. The first two digits For more information, see Uniform Tire
represent the week and the last two Quality Grading 0 130.
digits, the year. For example, the third (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Load
Passenger Tire/Spare Tire week of the year 2020 would have a Limit : Maximum load that can be
(1) Tire Size : The tire size code is a 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is carried and the maximum pressure
combination of letters and numbers the first full week (Sunday through needed to support that load. For
used to define a particular tire's width, Saturday) of each year. information on recommended tire
height, aspect ratio, construction type, (4) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : pressure see Tire Pressure 0 121 and
and service description. See the “Tire The letters and numbers following the Vehicle Load Limits 0 75.
Size” illustration in this section. DOT code are the Tire Identification (8) Temporary Use Only : Only use a
(2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Number (TIN). The TIN shows the temporary spare tire until the road tire
Specification) : Original equipment tires manufacturer and plant code, tire size, is repaired and replaced. This spare tire
designed to GM's specific tire and date the tire was manufactured. should not be driven on over 112 km/h
performance criteria have a TPC The TIN is molded onto both sides of (70 mph), or 88 km/h (55 mph) when
specification code molded onto the the tire, although only one side may pulling a trailer, with the proper
sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet have the date of manufacture. inflation pressure. See your owner’s
or exceed all federal safety guidelines. manual.
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(3) Dual Tire Maximum Load : Number (TIN). The TIN shows the
Maximum load that can be carried and manufacturer and plant code, tire size,
the maximum pressure needed to and date the tire was manufactured.
support that load when used in a dual The TIN is molded onto both sides of
configuration. For information on the tire, although only one side may
recommended tire pressure see Tire have the date of manufacture.
Pressure 0 121 and (6) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord
Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. and number of plies in the sidewall and
(4) DOT (Department of under the tread.
Transportation) : The Department of (7) Single Tire Maximum Load :
Transportation (DOT) code indicates that Maximum load that can be carried and
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire the tire is in compliance with the U.S. the maximum pressure needed to
(1) Tire Size : The tire size code is a Department of Transportation Motor support that load when used as a
combination of letters and numbers Vehicle Safety Standards. single. For information on
used to define a particular tire's width, DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last recommended tire pressure see Tire
height, aspect ratio, construction type, four digits of the TIN indicate the tire Pressure 0 121 and
and service description. See the “Tire manufactured date. The first two digits Vehicle Load Limits 0 75.
Size” illustration in this section. represent the week and the last two
digits, the year. For example, the third Tire Designations
(2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specification) : Original equipment tires week of the year 2020 would have a Tire Size
designed to GM's specific tire 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is
the first full week (Sunday through The examples show a typical passenger
performance criteria have a TPC vehicle and light truck tire size.
specification code molded onto the Saturday) of each year.
sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet (5) Tire Identification Number (TIN) :
or exceed all federal safety guidelines. The letters and numbers following the
DOT code are the Tire Identification
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(4) Construction Code : A letter code is light truck tire engineered to standards
used to indicate the type of ply set by the U.S. Tire and Rim
construction in the tire. The letter R Association.
means radial ply construction; the (2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number
letter D means diagonal or bias ply indicates the tire section width in
construction. millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire
(5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the (3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : The wheel in inches. indicates the tire height-to-width
United States version of a metric tire (6) Service Description : These measurements. For example, if the tire
sizing system. The letter P as the first characters represent the load index and size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in
character in the tire size means a speed rating of the tire. The load index item (3) of the light truck (LT-Metric)
passenger vehicle tire engineered to represents the load carrying capacity a tire illustration, it would mean that the
standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim tire is certified to carry. The speed tire's sidewall is 75 percent as high as it
Association. rating is the maximum speed a tire is is wide.
(2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number certified to carry a load. (4) Construction Code : A letter code is
indicates the tire section width in used to indicate the type of ply
millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. construction in the tire. The letter R
(3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that means radial ply construction; the
indicates the tire height-to-width letter D means diagonal or bias ply
measurements. For example, if the tire construction.
size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the
item (3) of the illustration, it would Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire
wheel in inches.
mean that the tire's sidewall is (1) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : The
75 percent as high as it is wide. (6) Load Range : Load Range.
United States version of a metric tire
sizing system. The letters LT as the first
two characters in the tire size mean a
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(7) Service Description : The service Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating
description indicates the load index and the plies are laid at alternate angles for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load
speed rating of a tire. If two numbers less than 90 degrees to the centerline Limits 0 75.
are given as in the example, 120/116, of the tread. Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side
then this represents the load index for Cold Tire Pressure : The amount of air of an asymmetrical tire, that must
single versus dual wheel usage (single/ pressure in a tire, measured in kPa always face outward when mounted on
dual). The speed rating is the maximum (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square a vehicle.
speed a tire is certified to carry a load. inch) before a tire has built up heat Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air
Tire Terminology and Definitions from driving. See Tire Pressure 0 121. pressure.
Air Pressure : The amount of air inside DOT Markings : A code molded into the Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A tire used
the tire pressing outward on each sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire on light duty trucks and some
square inch of the tire. Air pressure is is in compliance with the U.S. multipurpose passenger vehicles.
expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi Department of Transportation (DOT)
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The Load Index : An assigned number
(pounds per square inch). ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds
DOT code includes the Tire Identification
Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a Number (TIN), an alphanumeric to the load carrying capacity of a tire.
tire's height to its width. designator which can also identify the Maximum Inflation Pressure : The
Belt : A rubber coated layer of cords tire manufacturer, production plant, maximum air pressure to which a cold
that is located between the plies and brand, and date of production. tire can be inflated. The maximum air
the tread. Cords may be made from GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. pressure is molded onto the sidewall.
steel or other reinforcing materials. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. Maximum Load Rating : The load rating
Bead : The tire bead contains steel GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
wires wrapped by steel cords that hold for the front axle. See Vehicle Load inflation pressure for that tire.
the tire onto the rim. Limits 0 75. Occupant Distribution : Designated
seating positions.
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Outward Facing Sidewall : The side of Sidewall : The portion of a tire between Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number
an asymmetrical tire that has a the tread and the bead. of designated seating positions
particular side that faces outward when Speed Rating : An alphanumeric code multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the
mounted on a vehicle. The side of the assigned to a tire indicating the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load
tire that contains a whitewall, bears maximum speed at which a tire can Limits 0 75.
white lettering, or bears manufacturer, operate. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire :
brand, and/or model name molding Load on an individual tire due to curb
that is higher or deeper than the same Traction : The friction between the tire
and the road surface. The amount of weight, accessory weight, occupant
moldings on the other sidewall of weight, and cargo weight.
the tire. grip provided.
Tread : The portion of a tire that comes Vehicle Placard : A label permanently
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire used attached to a vehicle showing the
on passenger cars and some light duty into contact with the road.
vehicle's capacity weight and the
trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Treadwear Indicators : Narrow bands, original equipment tire size and
Recommended Inflation Pressure : sometimes called wear bars, that show recommended inflation pressure. See
Vehicle manufacturer's recommended across the tread of a tire when only “Tire and Loading Information Label”
tire inflation pressure as shown on the 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See under Vehicle Load Limits 0 75.
tire placard. See Tire Pressure 0 121 and When It Is Time for New Tires 0 128.
Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Tire Pressure
Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in Standards) : A tire information system Tires need the correct amount of air
which the ply cords that extend to the that provides consumers with ratings pressure to operate effectively.
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the for a tire's traction, temperature, and
centerline of the tread. treadwear. Ratings are determined by
tire manufacturers using government
Rim : A metal support for a tire and testing procedures. The ratings are
upon which the tire beads are seated. molded into the sidewall of the tire.
See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 130.
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The Tire and Loading Information label How to Check
{ Warning on the vehicle indicates the original Use a good quality pocket-type gauge
Neither tire underinflation nor equipment tires and the correct cold to check tire pressure. Proper tire
overinflation is good. Underinflated tire inflation pressures. The inflation cannot be determined by
tires, or tires that do not have recommended pressure is the minimum looking at the tire. Check the tire
enough air, can result in: air pressure needed to support the inflation pressure when the tires are
. Tire overloading and overheating, vehicle's maximum load carrying cold, meaning the vehicle has not been
which could lead to a blowout capacity. driven for at least three hours or no
. Premature or irregular wear For additional information regarding more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
. Poor handling
how much weight the vehicle can carry, Remove the valve cap from the tire
and an example of the Tire and Loading valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly
. Reduced fuel economy for Information label, see Vehicle Load
internal combustion engine onto the valve to get a pressure
Limits 0 75. How the vehicle is loaded measurement. If the cold tire inflation
vehicles affects vehicle handling and ride pressure matches the recommended
. Reduced range for electric vehicles comfort. Never load the vehicle with pressure on the Tire and Loading
Overinflated tires, or tires that have more weight than it was designed to Information label, no further adjustment
too much air, can result in: carry. is necessary. If the inflation pressure is
. Unusual wear When to Check low, add air until the recommended
pressure is reached. If the inflation
. Poor handling Check the pressure of the tires once a
pressure is high, press on the metal
. Rough ride month or more.
stem in the center of the tire valve to
. Needless damage from road Do not forget the spare, if the vehicle release air.
hazards has one. See your owner’s manual for
Re-check the tire pressure with the tire
additional information.
gauge.
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Put the valve caps back on the valve As an added safety feature, your vehicle has sequence will continue upon subsequent
stems to keep out dirt and moisture. been equipped with a tire pressure vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
Use only valve caps designed for the monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a exists.
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be low tire pressure telltale when one or more When the malfunction indicator is
of your tires is significantly under-inflated. illuminated, the system may not be able to
damaged and would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure detect or signal low tire pressure as
telltale illuminates, you should stop and intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
Tire Pressure Monitor System check your tires as soon as possible, and a variety of reasons, including the
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving installation of replacement or alternate tires
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) on a significantly under-inflated tire causes or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
uses radio and sensor technology to check the tire to overheat and can lead to tire TPMS from functioning properly. Always
tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors failure. Under-inflation also reduces energy check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
monitor the air pressure in your tires and efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect replacing one or more tires or wheels on
transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
located in the vehicle. or alternate tires and wheels allow the
Please note that the TPMS is not a
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), substitute for proper tire maintenance, and TPMS to continue to function properly.
should be checked monthly when cold and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 123.
inflated to the inflation pressure correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 152.
has not reached the level to trigger
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
telltale.
different size than the size indicated on the This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure Your vehicle has also been equipped with a Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is
label, you should determine the proper tire TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when designed to warn the driver when a low tire
inflation pressure for those tires.) the system is not operating properly. The pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are
TPMS malfunction indicator is combined mounted onto each tire and wheel
with the low tire pressure telltale. When the assembly, excluding the spare tire and
system detects a malfunction, the telltale wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor
will flash for approximately one minute and
then remain continuously illuminated. This
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the air pressure in the tires and transmit the The low tire pressure warning light may TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
tire pressure readings to a receiver located come on in cool weather when the vehicle is
The TPMS will not function properly if one
in the vehicle. first started, and then turn off as the vehicle
or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or
is driven. This could be an early indicator
inoperable. When the system detects a
that the air pressure is getting low and
malfunction, the low tire pressure warning
needs to be inflated to the proper pressure.
light flashes for about one minute and then
A Tire and Loading Information label shows stays on for the remainder of the ignition
the size of the original equipment tires and cycle. A DIC warning message also displays.
the correct inflation pressure for the tires The malfunction light and DIC warning
when they are cold. See Vehicle Load Limits message come on at each ignition cycle
When a low tire pressure condition is
0 75, for an example of the Tire and Loading until the problem is corrected. Some of the
detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire
Information label and its location. Also see conditions that can cause these to come
pressure warning light located on the
Tire Pressure 0 121. on are:
instrument cluster. If the warning light
comes on, stop as soon as possible and The TPMS can warn about a low tire . One of the road tires has been replaced
inflate the tires to the recommended pressure condition but it does not replace with the spare tire. The spare tire does
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction
Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 127, Tire Rotation 0 127, and Tires 0 116. light and the DIC message should go off
0 75. after the road tire is replaced and the
Caution sensor matching process is performed
A message to check the pressure in a successfully. See "TPMS Sensor Matching
specific tire displays in the Driver Tire sealant materials are not all the
same. A non-approved tire sealant could Process" later in this section.
Information Center (DIC). The low tire
damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor . The TPMS sensor matching process was
pressure warning light and the DIC warning
message come on at each ignition cycle damage caused by using an incorrect tire not done or not completed successfully
until the tires are inflated to the correct sealant is not covered by the vehicle after rotating the tires. The malfunction
inflation pressure. If the vehicle has DIC warranty. Always use only the GM light and the DIC message should go off
buttons, tire pressure levels can be viewed. after successfully completing the sensor
approved tire sealant available through
For additional information and details about matching process. See "TPMS Sensor
your dealer or included in the vehicle.
the DIC operation and displays, see your Matching Process" later in this section.
owner’s manual.
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. One or more TPMS sensors are missing or When the low tire pressure warning light while the turn signal lamp is still flashing,
damaged. The malfunction light and the comes on: briefly press the center of the valve stem.
DIC message should go off when the 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place. When the recommended pressure is reached,
TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor the horn sounds once.
matching process is performed 2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). If the turn signal lamp does not flash within
successfully. See your dealer for service.
15 seconds after starting to inflate the tire,
. Replacement tires or wheels do not match 4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. the tire fill alert has not been activated or is
the original equipment tires or wheels. The turn signal lamp will flash. not working.
Tires and wheels other than those When the recommended pressure is
recommended could prevent the TPMS If the hazard warning flashers are on, the
reached, the horn sounds once and the tire fill alert visual feedback will not work
from functioning properly. See Buying turn signal lamp will stop flashing and
New Tires 0 129. properly.
briefly turn solid.
. Operating electronic devices or being near The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert
Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires properly under the following conditions:
facilities using radio wave frequencies
that have illuminated the low tire pressure
similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS . There is interference from an external
warning light.
sensors to malfunction. device or transmitter.
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, it { Warning . The air pressure from the inflation device
is not sufficient to inflate the tire.
cannot detect or signal a low tire pressure
condition. See your dealer for service if the Overinflating a tire could cause the tire
. There is a malfunction in the TPMS.
TPMS malfunction light and DIC message to rupture and you or others could be
. There is a malfunction in the horn or turn
come on and stay on. injured. Do not exceed the maximum
pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See signal lamps.
Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 116 and . The identification code of the TPMS
Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. sensor is not registered to the system.
This feature provides visual and audible
. The battery of the TPMS sensor is low.
alerts outside the vehicle to help when
inflating an underinflated tire to the If the tire is overinflated by more than
recommended cold tire pressure. 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound multiple
times and the turn signal lamp will continue
to flash for several seconds after filling
stops. To release and correct the pressure,
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If the tire fill alert does not operate due to are provided. The system can accommodate 8 Y (6 lb ft). When mounting the trailer
TPMS interference, move the vehicle about a trailer with up to six tires if additional tire onto the trailer wheel be careful not to
1 m (3 ft) back or forward and try again. sensors are purchased from the dealer. Also, damage the sensor.
If the tire fill alert feature is not working, the system can be paired with up to five The Trailering App can be used to view the
use a tire pressure gauge. individual trailers. tire pressures after the recommended trailer
TPMS Sensor Matching Process — Auto Prior to use, the vehicle must learn the tire pressures have been entered. Refer to
Learn Function sensors by following the learning process. the trailer tire placard on the trailer or the
See your owner’s manual. trailer tire sidewall for the recommended
Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire pressure.
identification code. The identification code
needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel The system is compatible with trailer tires
position after rotating the tires or replacing that have placard pressure values from 103 -
one or more of the TPMS sensors. When a 689 kpa (15 - 100 psi). The hole in the wheel
tire is installed, the vehicle must be for the tire stem must be either 11.43 mm
stationary for about 20 minutes before the (0.453 in) or 15.88 mm (0.625 in) in
system recalculates. The following relearn diameter. Use of the pressure sensors on a
process takes up to 10 minutes, driving at a wheel with a different stem hole size could
minimum speed of 20 km/h (12 mph). result in loss of air from the tire.
A dash (-) or pressure value will display in If a low trailer tire pressure condition is
the DIC. See your owner’s manual. detected, the TTPMS displays a warning
A warning message displays in the DIC if a message on the DIC. If the warning message
problem occurs during the relearn process. is displayed, stop as soon as possible and
Contact your trailer service center or tire
service center to have the pressure sensors inflate the tires to the recommended
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring pressure shown on the tire placard on the
Operation installed inside the trailer tires. The
technician should insert the sensor stem trailer.
If equipped, the Trailer Tire Pressure through the hole in the trailer wheel. When In addition, the TTPMS monitors the
Monitoring System (TTPMS) is designed to the sensor is correctly positioned, the nut on temperature of the trailer tires. If the
monitor the pressure of the trailer tires and the sensor stem should be tightened to system detects a high temperature on one
warn the driver when a low pressure or more of the trailer tires, a warning
condition exists. TTPMS sensors for four tires message will be displayed on the DIC. If this
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warning message is displayed, stop as soon . One or more TTPMS sensors are missing Replace the tire if:
as possible, and inspect the overheated or damaged. The DIC message should go . The indicators at three or more
trailer tire. Common causes for high trailer off when the TTPMS sensors are installed
tire temperature are underinflation, and the sensor learning process is places around the tire can be seen.
overloading, or tire damage. performed successfully. See "TTPMS . There is cord or fabric showing
Sensor Learning Process" in your owner’s through the tire's rubber.
TTPMS Malfunction Message manual. . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut,
The TTPMS will not function properly if one . Operating electronic devices or being near or snagged deep enough to show
or more of the trailer tire sensors are facilities using radio wave frequencies cord or fabric.
missing or inoperable. If the system detects similar to the TTPMS could cause
a malfunction, a DIC message indicates that interference to the TTPMS which could . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.
the system requires service. Some of the cause loss of signal reception from the . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other
conditions that can cause the service sensor. damage that cannot be repaired well
message to occur are: . If the system does not receive the signal because of the size or location of the
. One of the trailer tires has been replaced from an individual sensor, an error damage.
with the spare tire which does not have a message may not occur until the vehicle
learned TTPMS sensor. The DIC message has been driver for a period of time. Tire Rotation
should turn off after the pressure sensor
If the TTPMS is not functioning properly, it Tires should be rotated according to the
is installed in the tire, and the learning
cannot detect or signal a low tire condition. interval listed in the maintenance
process is performed successfully. See
See your dealer for service if the DIC schedule. See your owner’s manual.
"TTPMS Sensor Learning Process" in your
message comes on and stays on when the
owner’s manual. Tires are rotated to achieve a more
trailer tire pressures have been checked and
. The TTPMS sensor learning process was determined to be correct. uniform wear for all tires. The first
not done or not completed successfully. rotation is the most important.
The DIC message should go off after Tire Inspection
successfully completing the sensor Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate
learning process. See "TTPMS Sensor We recommend that the tires, including the tires as soon as possible, check for
Learning Process" in your owner’s manual. the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be proper tire inflation pressure, and check
inspected for signs of wear or damage for damaged tires or wheels. If the
at least once a month.
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unusual wear continues after the Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System.
rotation, check the wheel alignment. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation { Warning
See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 128 0 123. Do not apply grease to the wheel
and your owner’s manual. mounting surface, wheel conical
Check that all wheel nuts are properly
seats, or the wheel nuts or bolts.
tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in
Grease applied to these areas could
your owner’s manual and “Removing
cause a wheel to become loose or
the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare
come off, resulting in a crash.
Tire” under Tire Changing 0 133.

{ Warning When It Is Time for New Tires

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures,
driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road
parts to which it is fastened, can conditions affect the wear rate of the tires.
cause wheel nuts to become loose
over time. The wheel could come off
and cause a crash. When changing a
Use this rotation pattern when rotating wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
the tires. places where the wheel attaches to
the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth
Do not include the spare tire in the tire or paper towel can be used; however,
rotation. use a scraper or wire brush later to
Adjust the front and rear tires to the remove all rust or dirt.
recommended inflation pressure on the
Tire and Loading Information label after Lightly coat the inner diameter of the
the tires have been rotated. See Tire wheel hub opening with wheel bearing
Pressure 0 121 and grease after a wheel change or tire
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell
Vehicle Load Limits 0 75. rotation to prevent corrosion or rust when it is time for new tires. Treadwear
build-up. indicators appear when the tires have only
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1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. aging. This area should be free of grease, TPC Spec number is molded onto the
See Tire Inspection 0 127 and gasoline, or other substances that can tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the
Tire Rotation 0 127. deteriorate rubber. tires have an all-season tread design,
The rubber in tires ages over time. This also Parking for an extended period can cause the TPC Spec number will be followed
applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has flat spots on the tires that may result in by MS for mud and snow. See Tire
one, even if it is never used. Multiple factors vibrations while driving. When storing a Sidewall Labeling 0 116 for additional
including temperatures, loading conditions, vehicle for at least a month, remove the information.
and inflation pressure maintenance affect tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the
how fast aging takes place. GM recommends weight from the tires. GM recommends replacing worn tires in
that tires, including the spare if equipped, complete sets of four. Uniform tread
be replaced after six years, regardless of Buying New Tires depth on all tires will help to maintain
tread wear. To identify the age of a tire, use GM has developed and matched specific the performance of the vehicle. Braking
the tire manufacture date, which is the last and handling performance may be
four digits of the DOT Tire Identification
tires for the vehicle. The original
equipment tires installed were designed adversely affected if all the tires are not
Number (TIN) molded into one side of the
tire sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN to meet General Motors Tire replaced at the same time. If proper
indicate the tire manufactured date. The Performance Criteria Specification (TPC rotation and maintenance have been
first two digits represent the week and the Spec) system rating. When replacement done, all four tires should wear out at
last two digits, the year. For example, the tires are needed, GM strongly about the same time. However, if it is
third week of the year 2020 would have a recommends buying tires with the same necessary to replace only one axle set
4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the TPC Spec rating. of worn tires, place the new tires on
first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of the rear axle. See Tire Rotation 0 127.
each year. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system
considers over a dozen critical { Warning
Vehicle Storage specifications that impact the overall
Tires age when stored normally mounted on performance of the vehicle, including Tires could explode during improper
a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be brake system performance, ride and service. Attempting to mount or
stored for at least a month in a cool, dry, handling, traction control, and tire dismount a tire could cause injury or
clean area away from direct sunlight to slow (Continued)
pressure monitoring performance. GM's
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Winter tires with the same speed rating stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the
Warning (Continued) performance of these systems can also be
as the original equipment tires may not
death. Only your dealer or authorized be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR affected.
tire service center should mount or speed rated tires. Never exceed the
dismount the tires. winter tires’ maximum speed capability { Warning
when using winter tires with a lower If different sized wheels are used, there
speed rating. may not be an acceptable level of
{ Warning performance and safety if tires not
If the vehicle tires must be replaced recommended for those wheels are
Mixing tires of different sizes (other with a tire that does not have a TPC
than those originally installed on the selected. This increases the chance of a
Spec number, make sure they are the crash and serious injury. Only use GM
vehicle), brands, tread patterns, same size, load range, speed rating, and
or types may cause loss of vehicle specific wheel and tire systems developed
construction (radial) as the original for the vehicle, and have them properly
control, resulting in a crash or other tires. installed by a GM certified technician.
vehicle damage. Use the correct size,
brand, and type of tire on all wheels. The Tire and Loading Information label
See Buying New Tires 0 129 and your
indicates the original equipment tires owner’s manual.
on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits
{ Warning 0 75. Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle The following information relates to the
may cause the wheel rim flanges to
Different Size Tires and Wheels
system developed by the United States
develop cracks after many miles of If wheels or tires are installed that are a
National Highway Traffic Safety
driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail different size than the original equipment
wheels and tires, vehicle performance, Administration (NHTSA), which grades
suddenly and cause a crash. Use only tires by treadwear, traction, and
including its braking, ride and handling
radial-ply tires with the wheels on characteristics, stability, and resistance to temperature performance. This applies
the vehicle. rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has only to vehicles sold in the United
electronic systems such as antilock brakes, States. The grades are molded on the
rollover airbags, traction control, electronic sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
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The Uniform Tire Quality Grading conditions on a specified government Temperature
(UTQG) system does not apply to deep test course. For example, a tire graded The temperature grades are A (the
tread, winter tires, compact spare tires, 150 would wear one and one-half (1½) highest), B, and C, representing the
tires with nominal rim diameters of times as well on the government course tire's resistance to the generation of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some as a tire graded 100. The relative heat and its ability to dissipate heat
limited-production tires. performance of tires depends upon the when tested under controlled conditions
While the tires available on General actual conditions of their use, however, on a specified indoor laboratory test
Motors passenger cars and light trucks and may depart significantly from the wheel. Sustained high temperature can
may vary with respect to these grades, norm due to variations in driving habits, cause the material of the tire to
they must also conform to federal service practices and differences in road degenerate and reduce tire life, and
safety requirements and additional characteristics and climate. excessive temperature can lead to
General Motors Tire Performance Traction sudden tire failure. The grade C
Criteria (TPC) standards. corresponds to a level of performance
The traction grades, from highest to
Quality grades can be found where which all passenger car tires must meet
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
applicable on the tire sidewall between under the Federal Motor Safety
grades represent the tire's ability to
tread shoulder and maximum section Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
stop on wet pavement as measured
width. For example: represent higher levels of performance
under controlled conditions on specified
on the laboratory test wheel than the
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A government test surfaces of asphalt and
minimum required by law. Warning:
concrete. A tire marked C may have
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to The temperature grade for this tire is
poor traction performance. Warning:
Federal Safety Requirements In Addition established for a tire that is properly
The traction grade assigned to this tire
To These Grades. inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
is based on straight-ahead braking
speed, underinflation, or excessive
Treadwear traction tests, and does not include
loading, either separately or in
The treadwear grade is a comparative acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning,
combination, can cause heat buildup
rating based on the wear rate of the or peak traction characteristics.
and possible tire failure.
tire when tested under controlled
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If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued)
If your vehicle is loaded at or near
maximum cargo capacity, it may be difficult
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while on while severely underinflated or flat to fit the jack under the vehicle due to the
driving, especially if the tires are maintained environment (shoulder slope, road debris,
may cause a blowout and a serious crash.
properly. See Tires 0 116. If air goes out of a etc.). Removal of some weight may improve
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire that has
tire, it is much more likely to leak out the ability to fit the jack under the vehicle
slowly. But if there ever is a blowout, here been driven on while severely
underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or at the correct jacking location.
are a few tips about what to expect and
what to do: an authorized tire service center repair or
replace the flat tire as soon as possible. { Warning
If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a Changing a tire can be dangerous. The
drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to
{ Warning or fall causing injury or death. Find a
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to level place to change the tire. To help
maintain lane position, and then gently
brake to a stop, well off the road, do maintenance or repairs is dangerous prevent the vehicle from moving:
if possible. without the appropriate safety equipment 1. Set the parking brake firmly.
and training. If a jack is provided with
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts 2. Shift the vehicle to P (Park).
much like a skid and may require the same the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for 3. For vehicles with four-wheel drive
correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing
anything else, you or others could be with an N (Neutral) transfer case
the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten
badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips position, be sure the transfer case is
the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and
off the jack. If a jack is provided with the in a drive gear — not in N (Neutral).
noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the
road, if possible. vehicle, only use it for changing a 4. Turn off the engine and do not
flat tire. restart while the vehicle is raised.
{ Warning 5. Do not allow passengers to remain
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and in the vehicle.
Driving on a flat tire will cause wheel damage by driving slowly to a level
permanent damage to the tire. (Continued)
place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on
Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard
(Continued) Warning Flashers 0 69.
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Warning (Continued) Tire Changing 2. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to
remove the wheel blocks and the wheel
6. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on Removing the Spare Tire and Tools block retainer.
both sides of the tire at the opposite 3. Turn the wing nut used to retain the
corner of the tire being changed. storage bag and tools counterclockwise
to remove it.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the
following example as a guide to assist in the Use the jack handle extensions and the
placement of the wheel blocks (1), wheel wrench to remove the
if equipped. underbody-mounted spare tire.

1. Jack
2. Jack Knob
3. Tool Kit
1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 4. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit
2. Flat Tire 5. Wheel Blocks
6. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks
The following information explains how to
use the jack and change a tire. The equipment is under the second row 1. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down)
seats, if equipped, or behind the front row 2. Tire/Wheel Retainer
seats on regular cab models. 3. Hoist Cable
1. Turn the knob on the jack 4. Hoist Assembly
counterclockwise to lower the jack head 5. Hoist Shaft
to release the jack from its holder. 6. Jack Handle Extensions
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7. Wheel Wrench 4. Insert the hoist end (open end) (10) of
8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole Cover the extension through the hole (9) in the
9. Hoist Shaft Access Hole rear bumper.
10. Hoist End of Extension Tool Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel
1. Open the Hoist Shaft Access Hole Cover wrench.
on the rear bumper (8). Be sure the hoist end of the
extension (10) connects to the hoist
shaft. The ribbed square end of the
extension is used to lower the spare tire.
5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise
to lower the spare tire to the ground.
Continue to turn the wheel wrench until
Spare Tire Cable (If Equipped) the spare tire can be pulled out from
3. If the vehicle is equipped with a spare under the vehicle.
tire cable disconnect the cable from the 6. Pull the spare tire out from under the
2. Assemble the wheel wrench (7) and the attachment on the frame by unclipping vehicle.
two jack handle extensions (6), as shown. it from the frame attachment bracket.

7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with

some slack in the cable to access the
tire/wheel retainer.
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9. If equipped with a spare tire cable The tools you will be using include the
remove the cable from the spare tire by jack (1), the wheel blocks (2), the jack
passing the clip through the looped end handle (3), the jack handle extensions (4),
of the cable. and the wheel wrench (5).
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See
If a Tire Goes Flat 0 132.
Spare Tire
Use the following pictures and instructions
to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle.
Tilt the retainer and pull it through the
center of the wheel along with the cable
and spring.
8. Put the spare tire near the flat tire.

2. If the vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen

them by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise.
1. Jack If the vehicle has a center cap with
2. Wheel Blocks wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are
3. Jack Handle designed to stay with the center cap
4. Jack Handle Extensions after they are loosened. Remove the
5. Wheel Wrench entire center cap.
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If the wheel has a smooth center cap,

concealing access to the wheel nuts,
place the chisel end of the wheel wrench
in the slot on the wheel, and gently pry 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it Front Position
it out. counterclockwise to loosen the wheel 4. If the flat tire is on the front of the
If the wheel’s center cap does not nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. vehicle, position the jack under the
conceal the wheel nuts, the center cap
bracket attached to the vehicle's frame,
may remain during wheel removal. If the
removed wheel is to be stowed in the
{ Warning behind the flat tire, as shown.
hoist, the cap needs to be detached from To avoid personal injury and vehicle
the wheel. Access the wheel from the damage, disable the power assist steps
back side, and use a jack handle before using a jack or placing an object
extension to push out the center cap. under the vehicle. See your owner’s
manual.
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{ Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can damage the
vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To
help avoid personal injury and vehicle
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head
into the proper location before raising
the vehicle.

{ Warning
Rear Position 7. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off
The jack has a feature to limit its travel
5. If the flat tire is on the rear, position the to prevent overextension. When the the flat tire.
jack under the rear axle about 5 cm height limit is reached, an increase in
(2 in) inboard of the shock absorber resistance if felt when attempting to { Warning
bracket. raise the jack farther. Raising the jack Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
past the height limit can damage the jack parts to which it is fastened, can
{ Warning pin and cause the jack to lock into an cause wheel nuts to become loose
Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted overextended position or not lower fully. over time. The wheel could come off
on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips Do not attempt to force the jack higher and cause a crash. When changing a
off the jack, you could be badly injured once the height limit is reached. wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
or killed. Never get under a vehicle when places where the wheel attaches to
it is supported only by a jack. 6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise
the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth
off the ground so there is enough room or paper towel can be used; however,
for the spare tire to fit under the use a scraper or wire brush later to
wheel well. remove all rust or dirt.
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11. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then
use the wheel wrench to tighten the { Warning
nuts until the wheel is held against Wheel nuts that are improperly or
the hub. incorrectly tightened can cause the
12. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise wheels to become loose or come off. The
to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack wheel nuts should be tightened with a
completely. torque wrench to the proper torque
specification after replacing. Follow the
{ Warning torque specification supplied by the
If wheel studs are damaged, they can aftermarket manufacturer when using
break. If all the studs on a wheel broke, accessory locking wheel nuts. See your
the wheel could come off and cause a owner’s manual for original equipment
8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel crash. If any stud is damaged because of wheel nut torque specifications.
bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare a loose-running wheel, it could be that all
wheel. of the studs are damaged. To be sure,
Caution
9. Install the spare tire. replace all studs on the wheel. If the stud
holes in a wheel have become larger, the Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead
{ Warning wheel could collapse in operation. Replace to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To
any wheel if its stud holes have become avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly
Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts
larger or distorted in any way. Inspect tighten the wheel nuts in the proper
because the nuts might come loose. The
hubs and hub-piloted wheels for damage. sequence and to the proper torque
vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a
Because of loose running wheels, piloting specification. See your owner’s manual
crash.
pad damage may occur and require for the wheel nut torque specification.
10. Put the wheel nuts back on with the replacement of the entire hub, for proper
rounded end of the nuts toward the centering of the wheels. When replacing
wheel. studs, hubs, wheel nuts or wheels, be
sure to use GM original equipment parts.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Caution
{ Warning The tire hoist can be damaged if there is
no tension on the cable when using it. To
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment have the necessary tension, the spare or
in the passenger compartment of the road tire and wheel assembly must be
vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden installed on the tire hoist to use it.
stop or collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in the
13. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross proper place. { Warning
sequence, as shown, by turning the An improperly stored spare tire could
wheel wrench clockwise. come loose and cause a crash. To avoid
{ Warning personal injury or property damage,
When reinstalling the regular wheel and tire,
also reinstall either the center cap, Failure to follow these tire storage always store the spare tire when the
or bolt-on hub cap, depending on what the instructions carefully could result in vehicle is parked on a level surface.
vehicle is equipped with. For center caps, personal injury or property damage if the
place the cap on the wheel and tap it into hoist cable fails or if the tire comes loose. Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle
place until it seats flush with the wheel. The Make sure the tire is stored securely in the spare tire carrier.
cap only goes on one way. Be sure to line before driving.
up the tab on the center cap with the
indentation on the wheel. For bolt-on hub
caps, align the plastic nut caps with the Caution
wheel nuts and then tighten by hand. Then Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat
use the wheel wrench to tighten. tire under your vehicle for an extended
period of time or with the valve stem
pointing up can damage the wheel.
Always stow the wheel with the valve
stem pointing down and have the wheel/
tire repaired as soon as possible.
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cable through the looped end. The excess
cable wire should be on the valve stem
side of the spare tire.
2. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of
the vehicle with the valve stem pointed
down, and to the rear.
3. Pull the cable and spring through the
center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel
retainer plate down and through the
center wheel.
Make sure the retainer is fully seated
across the underside of the wheel.
11. Spare Tire Cable (If Equipped)
1. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down)
2. Tire/Wheel Retainer
3. Hoist Cable
4. Hoist Assembly
5. Hoist Shaft
6. Jack Handle Extensions
7. Wheel Wrench
8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole Cover
9. Hoist Shaft Access Hole
10. Hoist End of Extension Tool 4. Attach the wheel wrench (7) and
extensions (6) together, as shown.

1. If equipped with a spare tire cable,

reinstall the cable to the spare wheel by
looping the cable around a wheel vent
window then pass the clip end of the
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Caution
Use of an air wrench or other power
tools with the hoist mechanism is not
recommended and could damage the
system. Use only the tools supplied with
the hoist mechanism.

7. If equipped with a spare tire cable, orient 9. Make sure the tire is stored securely.
the cable by rotating the spare tire so Push, pull, and then try to turn the tire.
that the cable is by the frame If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench
attachment location. to tighten the cable.
5. Insert the hoist end (10) through the 8. Raise the tire fully against the underside
hole (9) in the rear bumper and onto the of the vehicle by turning the wheel
hoist shaft. wrench clockwise until you hear two
clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot
Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel overtighten the cable.
wrench.
6. Raise the tire part way upward. Make
sure the retainer is seated in the wheel
opening.
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If equipped with a spare tire cable, Jump Starting
reattach the clip to the frame
attachment bracket. Note that there may Jump Starting - North America
be slack in the cable.
Repeat this tightness check procedure For more information about the vehicle
when checking the spare tire pressure battery, see Battery - North America 0 114.
according to the scheduled maintenance If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) has run
information or any time the spare tire is down, you may want to use another vehicle
handled due to service of other and some jumper cables to start your
components. vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps
to do it safely.

Incorrectly Stored { Warning

10. Close the Hoist Shaft Access Hole Cover. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories can expose you to
chemicals including lead and lead
compounds, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Correctly Stored
See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 1.
Return the jack and tools to their original
location in the vehicle. See “Removing the
Spare Tire and Tools.”
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The good battery positive (+) terminal and
{ Warning Caution (Continued) the good battery negative (–) terminal are
Batteries can hurt you. They can be by the vehicle warranty. Always connect on the battery of the vehicle providing the
dangerous because: and remove the jumper cables in the jump start.
correct order, making sure that the cables The discharged battery positive (+) terminal
. They contain acid that can burn you.
do not touch each other or other metal. and discharged battery negative (–)
. They contain gas that can explode or
grounding point are on the passenger side
ignite.
of the vehicle.
. They contain enough electricity to
burn you. The discharged battery positive (+) terminal
is under a cover. Open the cover to expose
If you do not follow these steps exactly, the terminal.
some or all of these things can hurt you. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a
12-volt battery with a negative ground
system.
Caution
Ignoring these steps could result in costly Caution
damage to the vehicle that would not be If the other vehicle does not have a
covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying 12-volt system with a negative ground,
to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling both vehicles can be damaged. Only use
it will not work, and it could damage the Connection Points and Sequence
a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a
vehicle. 1. Discharged Battery Positive (+) negative ground for jump starting.
Terminal
2. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal 2. If you have a vehicle with a diesel
Caution engine with two batteries, you should
3. Good Battery Negative (−) Terminal
If the jumper cables are connected or 4. Discharged Battery Negative (−) know before you begin that, especially in
removed in the wrong order, electrical Grounding Point cold weather, you may not be able to
shorting may occur and damage the get enough power from a single battery
vehicle. The repairs would not be covered in another vehicle to start your diesel
(Continued) engine. If your vehicle has more than
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one battery, using the battery that is
closer to the starter will reduce electrical
Caution (Continued) { Warning
resistance. This is located on the warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or Using a match near a battery can cause
passenger side, in the rear of the engine unplug all accessories on either vehicle battery gas to explode. People have been
compartment. when jump starting. hurt doing this, and some have been
3. Get the vehicles close enough so the blinded. Use a flashlight if you need
jumper cables can reach, but be sure the 4. Turn the ignition off on both vehicles.
more light.
vehicles are not touching each other. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged
If they are, it could cause an unwanted into the accessory power outlets. Turn Battery fluid contains acid that can burn
ground connection. You would not be off the radio and all the lamps that are you. Do not get it on you. If you
able to start your vehicle, and the bad not needed. This will avoid sparks and accidentally get it in your eyes or on
grounding could damage the electrical help save both batteries. And it could your skin, flush the place with water and
systems. save the radio! get medical help immediately.
To avoid the possibility of the vehicles 5. Open the hood on the other vehicle and
rolling, set the parking brake firmly on locate the positive (+) and negative (−)
both vehicles involved in the jump start terminal locations on that vehicle. { Warning
procedure. Put the automatic Fans or other moving engine parts can
transmission in P (Park) before setting { Warning injure you badly. Keep your hands away
the parking brake. If you have a An electric fan can start up even when from moving parts once the engine is
four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the the engine is not running and can injure running.
transfer case is in a drive gear, not in you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
N (Neutral). away from any underhood electric fan. 6. Check that the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation. If they
Caution do, you could get a shock. The vehicles
If any accessories are left on or plugged could be damaged too.
in during the jump starting procedure, Before you connect the cables, here are
they could be damaged. The repairs some basic things you should know.
would not be covered by the vehicle Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a
(Continued) remote positive (+) terminal if the
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vehicle has one. Negative (−) will go to a 11. Start the vehicle with the good battery
heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to and run the engine for a while.
Caution
a remote negative (−) terminal if the 12. Try to start the vehicle that had the The vehicle may be equipped with an
vehicle has one. dead battery. If it will not start after a electric parking brake and/or an
Do not connect positive (+) to negative few tries, it probably needs service. electronic shifter. In the event of a loss of
(−) or you will get a short that would 12-volt battery power, the electric parking
Jumper Cable Removal brake cannot be released, and the vehicle
damage the battery and maybe other
parts too. And do not connect the Reverse the sequence exactly when cannot be shifted to N (Neutral). Tire
negative (−) cable to the negative (−) removing the jumper cables. skates or dollies must be used under the
terminal on the dead battery because After starting the disabled vehicle and non-rolling tires to prevent damage while
this can cause sparks. removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle loading/unloading the vehicle. Dragging
7. Connect one end of the red positive (+) for several minutes. the vehicle will cause damage not
cable to the discharged battery covered by the vehicle warranty.
positive (+) terminal. Towing the Vehicle
8. Do not let the other end touch metal. Caution
Connect the other end of the positive (+) Transporting a Disabled Vehicle
cable to the good battery positive (+) The vehicle may be equipped with a tow
terminal. Use a remote positive (+) Caution eye. Improper use of the tow eye may
terminal if the vehicle has one. Incorrectly transporting a disabled vehicle cause damage to the vehicle and is not
9. Connect one end of the black negative may cause damage to the vehicle. Use covered by the vehicle warranty.
(−) cable to the good battery negative proper tire straps to secure the vehicle to If equipped, use the tow eye to load the
(−) terminal. Use a remote negative (−) the flatbed tow truck. Do not strap or vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck from a
terminal if the vehicle has one. hook to any frame, underbody, flat road surface, or to move the vehicle
Do not let the other end touch anything or suspension component not specified a very short distance at a walking pace.
until the next step. below. Do not move vehicles with drive The tow eye is not designed for off-road
axle tires on the ground. Damage is not recovery. The vehicle must be in
10. Connect the other end of the negative
covered by the vehicle warranty. N (Neutral) with the electric parking
(−) cable to the discharged battery
negative (−) grounding point. brake released when using the tow eye.
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Contact a professional towing service if the . If the 12-volt battery is dead and/or the Front Attachment Points
disabled vehicle must be transported. GM engine will not start, the vehicle will not
recommends a flatbed tow truck to move. Try to jump start the vehicle. Refer
transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to to Jump Starting - North America 0 142
help reduce approach angles, if necessary. and if the jump start is successful, retry
the “Car Wash Mode” procedure.
If equipped, a tow eye may be located near
the spare tire or emergency jack. Do not use Vehicles Equipped with Mechanical
the tow eye to pull the vehicle from the Transmission Range Select Shifter
snow, mud, sand, or ditch. Tow eye threads . The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) and
may have right or left-hand threads. Use the Electric Parking Brake must be
caution when installing or removing the released when loading the vehicle onto a
tow eye. flatbed tow truck. If the 12-volt battery is
The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) and the dead and/or Electric Parking Brake is not
electric parking brake must be released released, the vehicle will not move. Try to
jump start the vehicle with a known good The vehicle is equipped with specific
when loading the vehicle onto a flatbed tow
12-volt battery, shift the car into attachment points to be used to pull the
truck.
N (Neutral), and release the Electric vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat
Vehicles Equipped with Electronic Shifter Parking Brake. Refer to Jump Starting - road surface. Do not use these attachment
The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) and the North America 0 142. points to pull the vehicle from snow, mud
electric parking brake must be released or sand.
If jump starting is unsuccessful, the vehicle
when loading the vehicle onto a flatbed tow will not move. Tire skates or dollies must be
truck. used under the non-rolling tires to prevent
. If the vehicle is equipped with car wash vehicle damage.
mode and has 12-volt battery power, refer
to “Car Wash Mode” under Automatic
Transmission (Electronic Shifter) 0 88 or
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical
Shifter) 0 85 to place the vehicle in
N (Neutral).
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Service and Maintenance General Information Caution
Your vehicle is an important investment. Damage caused by improper maintenance
General Information This section describes the required can lead to costly repairs and may not be
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this covered by the vehicle warranty.
Additional Maintenance and Care schedule to help protect against major repair Maintenance intervals, checks,
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . 148 expenses resulting from neglect or inspections, recommended fluids, and
inadequate maintenance. It may also help to lubricants are important to keep the
maintain the value of the vehicle if it is vehicle in good working condition.
sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to
have all required maintenance performed. Do not have chemical flushes that are
not approved by GM performed on the
Your dealer has trained technicians who can
vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents,
perform required maintenance using genuine
cleaners, or lubricants that are not
replacement parts. They have up-to-date
tools and equipment for fast and accurate approved by GM could damage the
diagnostics. Many dealers have extended vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that
evening and Saturday hours, courtesy are not covered by the vehicle warranty.
transportation, and online scheduling to
assist with service needs. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are
the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is
Your dealer recognizes the importance of recommended to have your dealer perform
providing competitively priced maintenance these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
and repair services. With trained technicians, Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep
the dealer is the place for routine the vehicle in good working condition,
maintenance such as oil changes and tire improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle
rotations and additional maintenance items emissions.
like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades.
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Because of the way people use vehicles, Refer to the information in the Maintenance Wiper Blades
maintenance needs vary. There may need to Schedule Additional Required Services - Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in
be more frequent checks and services. The Severe Service. good condition to provide a clear view.
Additional Required Services - Normal are for
. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping
vehicles that: { Warning across the windshield, and worn or split
. Carry passengers and cargo within Performing maintenance work can be rubber.
recommended limits on the Tire and dangerous and can cause serious injury. . Trained dealer technicians can check the
Loading Information label. See Vehicle Perform maintenance work only if the
Load Limits 0 75. wiper blades and replace them when
required information, proper tools, and needed.
. Are driven on reasonable road surfaces equipment are available. If they are not,
within legal driving limits. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or
see your dealer to have a trained
. Use the recommended fuel. See your paper towel soaked with windshield washer
technician do the work. See Doing Your fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the
owner’s manual. Own Service Work 0 110. windshield thoroughly when cleaning the
Refer to the information in the Maintenance blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup
Schedule Additional Required Services - Additional Maintenance of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
Normal Service. wiper streaking.
The Additional Required Services - Severe are
and Care
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or
for vehicles that are: Windshield damaged. Damage can be caused by
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot For safety, appearance, and the best extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat,
weather. viewing, keep the windshield clean and sun, snow, and ice.
. Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous clear. Interior Glass
terrain. . Signs of damage include scratches, cracks,
To clean, use a microfiber cloth fabric
. Frequently towing a trailer. and chips.
dampened with water. Wipe droplets left
. Used for high speed or competitive . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the behind with a clean dry cloth. If necessary,
driving. windshield and recommend proper use a commercial glass cleaner after
. Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. replacement if needed. cleaning with plain water.
Clean the outside of the windshield with
glass cleaner.
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Caution
To prevent scratching, never use abrasive
cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive
cleaners or aggressive cleaning may
damage the rear window defogger.

Cleaning the windshield with water during

the first three to six months of ownership
will reduce tendency to fog.
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Customer Information Customer Information J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN). See your
Customer Information Online Account owner’s manual.
Online Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Create a Chevrolet Account (U.S.) at H : Manage your profile and payment
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . 150 information. View your GM Rewards Card
chevrolet.com or a GMC Account (U.S.)
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 earnings and My Chevrolet Rewards points
at gmc.com or My GMC Rewards points.
Reporting Safety Defects Learn more about your vehicle features,
Reporting Safety Defects to the United shop for and manage your connected F : Chat with online help representatives.
States Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 services and OnStar plans, and access Visit chevrolet.com or gmc.com and create
Reporting Safety Defects to the diagnostic information specific to your an account today.
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 vehicle.
Reporting Safety Defects to General Chevrolet Owner Centre (Canada)
Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Membership Benefits mychevrolet.ca or GMC Owner Centre
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy E : Download owner’s manuals and view (Canada) mygmccanada.ca
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . 153 vehicle-specific how-to videos. Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at
Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 G : View maintenance schedules, alerts, and mychevrolet.ca (English) or my.chevrolet.ca
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule (French) to access similar benefits to the
service appointments. U.S. site.
I : View service records from your Visit the GMC Owner Centre at
dealership and add your own. mygmccanada.ca (English) or
my.gmccanada.ca (French) to access similar
D : Select a preferred dealer and view benefits to the U.S. site.
locations, maps, phone numbers, and hours.
Roadside Assistance Program
r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
information. For Chevrolet U.S.-purchased vehicles, call
1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone (TTY):
1-888-889-2438.)
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For GMC U.S.-purchased vehicles, call Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New . Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat
1-888-881-3302; (Text Telephone (TTY): Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors tire with the spare tire. The spare tire,
1-888-889-2438). North America and Chevrolet/GMC reserve if equipped, must be in good condition
the right to make any changes or and properly inflated. It is the owner's
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, call
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program responsibility for the repair or
1-800-268-6800.
at any time without notification. replacement of the tire if it is not covered
Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days by the warranty.
a year. General Motors North America and
Chevrolet/GMC reserve the right to limit . Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start
Calling for Assistance services or payment to an owner or driver if a dead battery.
they decide the claims are made too often, . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance:
When calling Roadside Assistance, have the or the same type of claim is made many If your trip is interrupted due to a
following information ready: times. warranty event, incidental expenses may
. Your name, home address, and home be reimbursed within the Powertrain
telephone number Services Provided warranty period. Items considered are
. Telephone number of your location . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of reasonable and customary hotel, meals,
. Location of the vehicle enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the rental car, or a vehicle being delivered
. Model, year, color, and license plate nearest service station. back to the customer, up to 500 miles.
number of the vehicle . Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the
Services Not Included in Roadside
. Odometer reading and Vehicle vehicle if you are locked out. A remote
unlock may be available if you have Assistance
Identification Number (VIN) . Impound towing caused by violation of
OnStar. For security reasons, the driver
. Description of the problem any laws
must present identification before this
Coverage service is given. . Legal fines
. Emergency Tow from a Public Road or . Mounting, dismounting, or changing of
Services are provided for the duration of the
Highway: Tow to the nearest Chevrolet/ snow tires, chains, or other traction
vehicle’s powertrain warranty.
GMC dealer for warranty service, or if the devices
In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is vehicle was in a crash and cannot be Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an
covered. In Canada, a person driving the driven. Assistance is not given when the area that is not accessible to the service
vehicle without permission from the owner vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or
is not covered. or snow.
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maintained public road, which includes ice covered, however any cost for parts and Reporting Safety Defects
and winter roads. Off-road use is not labor for repairs not covered by the
covered. warranty are the owner responsibility. Reporting Safety Defects to the
Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased Radio Frequency Statement United States Government
Vehicles
This vehicle uses license-exempt transmitters If you believe that your vehicle has a
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is up to / receivers / systems that operate on a defect which could cause a crash or
7 liters. Diesel fuel delivery may be radio frequency that complies with Part 15/ could cause injury or death, you should
restricted. Propane and other fuels are Part 18 of the Federal Communications
not provided through this service. immediately inform the National
Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation, Highway Traffic Safety Administration
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is Science and Economic Development (ISED)
required. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General
Canada's license-exempt RSS(s) / RSP-100 /
. Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: ICES-GEN. Motors.
Must be over 150 km from where your Operation is subject to the following two If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
trip was started to qualify. conditions: may open an investigation, and if it
Pre-authorization, original detailed finds that a safety defect exists in a
receipts, and a copy of the repair orders 1. The device may not cause harmful
interference. group of vehicles, it may order a recall
are required. Once authorization has been
2. The device must accept any interference and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
received, the Roadside Assistance advisor
will help to make arrangements and received, including interference that may cannot become involved in individual
explain how to receive payment. cause undesired operation of the device. problems between you, your dealer,
. Alternative Service: If assistance cannot or General Motors.
Changes or modifications to any of these
be provided right away, the Roadside systems by other than an authorized service To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Assistance advisor may give permission to facility could void authorization to use this Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
get local emergency road service. You will equipment. 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
receive payment, up to $100, after
to https://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
sending the original receipt to Roadside
Assistance. Mechanical failures may be
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Administrator, NHTSA Reporting Safety Defects to In the U.S., call 1-800-462-8782, or write:
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. General Motors GMC Customer Assistance Center
Washington, D.C. 20590 Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
Chevrolet P.O. Box 33172
You can also obtain other information
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Detroit, MI 48232-5172
about motor vehicle safety from
https://www.safercar.gov. Canada) in a situation like this, notify In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
General Motors. 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write:
Reporting Safety Defects to the In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Customer Care Centre
Canadian Government Chevrolet Motor Division General Motors of Canada Company
If you live in Canada, and you believe Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center 500 Wentworth Street W
P.O. Box 33170 Oshawa, Ontario L1J 0C5
that the vehicle has a safety defect,
notify Transport Canada immediately, Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Mexico, call 800-466-0812 or
and notify General Motors of Canada In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 800-466-0801.
Company. Call Transport Canada at 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: In other Central America and Caribbean
1-800-333-0510; go to: Customer Care Centre Countries, call 52-555-901-2369.
www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) General Motors of Canada Company
www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French)
500 Wentworth Street W Vehicle Data Recording and
Oshawa, Ontario L1J 0C5
or write to:
Privacy
In Mexico, call 800-466-0811 or
800-508-0000. The vehicle has a number of computers that
Transport Canada
record information about the vehicle’s
Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate In other Central America and Caribbean performance and how it is driven or used.
Defect Investigations and Recalls Countries, call 52-555-901-2369. For example, the vehicle uses computer
Division modules to monitor and control engine and
GMC
80 Noel Street transmission performance, to monitor the
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport conditions for airbag deployment and
Canada) in a situation like this, notify deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to
General Motors. provide antilock braking to help the driver
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control the vehicle. These modules may compromise your private data. To minimize . How far (if at all) the driver was
store data to help the dealer technician security risks, please do not connect your depressing the accelerator and/or brake
service the vehicle or to help GM improve vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized pedal; and,
safety or features. Some modules may also devices or connect your vehicle to any . How fast the vehicle was traveling.
store data about how the vehicle is unknown or untrusted networks (such as
operated, such as rate of fuel consumption Bluetooth, WIFI or similar technology). In These data can help provide a better
or average speed. These modules may retain the event you suspect any security incident understanding of the circumstances in which
personal preferences, such as radio presets, impacting your data or the safe operation of crashes and injuries occur.
seat positions, and temperature settings. your vehicle, please stop operating your Note
vehicle and contact your dealer. EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only
Cybersecurity if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no
GM collects information about the use of
Event Data Recorders data are recorded by the EDR under normal
your vehicle including operational and safety This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data driving conditions and no personal data
related information. We collect this Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location)
information to provide, evaluate, improve, is to record, in certain crash or near are recorded. However, other parties, such
and troubleshoot our products and services crash-like situations, such as an air bag as law enforcement, could combine the EDR
and to develop new products and services. deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data data with the type of personally identifying
The protection of vehicle electronics systems that will assist in understanding how a data routinely acquired during a crash
and customer data from unauthorized vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is investigation.
outside electronic access or control is designed to record data related to vehicle To read data recorded by an EDR, special
important to GM. GM maintains appropriate dynamics and safety systems for a short equipment is required, and access to the
security standards, practices, guidelines and period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
controls aimed at defending the vehicle and The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such
the vehicle service ecosystem against such data as: as law enforcement, that have the special
unauthorized electronic access, detecting . How various systems in your vehicle were equipment, can read the information if they
possible malicious activity in related operating; have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
networks, and responding to suspected . Whether or not the driver and passenger
cybersecurity incidents in a timely, GM will not access these data or share it
safety belts were buckled/fastened; with others except: with the consent of the
coordinated and effective manner. Security
incidents could impact your safety or vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased,
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with the consent of the lessee; in response
to an official request by police or similar
government office; as part of GM's defense
of litigation through the discovery process;
or, as permitted by law. Data that GM
collects or receives may also be used for
GM research needs or may be made
available to others for research purposes,
where a need is shown and the data is not
tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
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156 Index
Index A
Additional
Brake
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Brakes
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Bulb Replacement
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . 31
C
What Will You See after an Airbag California
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Perchlorate Materials
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 30 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . 1, 142
Airbags Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . 36 Carbon Monoxide
Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Replacing System Parts after a Child Restraints
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . 36 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Automatic Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85, 88 Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 58, 61
Automatic Transmission Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 94 Control
B Traction and Electronic Stability . . . . . . . 100
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 142 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
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D F Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . 21
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
I
Disabled Vehicle Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Indicators
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Warning Lights and Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Door Frequency Statement Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 39
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Driver Front
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 J
Driving Front Seats Jump
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Fuel K
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105, 107 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
G L
E Gauges Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Electric Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 63 Lamps
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 General Information Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Engine Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 LATCH System
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 54
H
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lights
Headlamps
Exterior Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Heated
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Gauges and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Lights (cont'd) Parking Replacing
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Locks Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 LATCH System Parts After a Crash . . . . . . 54
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Passenger Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . 27
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Reporting Safety Defects
Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
M
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Maintenance and Care
Power Restraints
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Manual
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 94
Privacy Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Mirrors S
Proposition 65 Warning
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Safety Defects Reporting
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Proposition 65 Warning, California . . . . . . . .142
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
O
Off-Road R U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Radio Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Rear Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Online Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . 21
P Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Park Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81, 82 Replacement Parts Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83, 84 Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Index 159
Seats Tires (cont'd) V
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Vehicle
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Heated and Ventilated, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Vehicle Care
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
W
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 58, 61
Warning
Service Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 130
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 147 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . 128
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Traction
Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 63
Shifting Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . 100
Wheels
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81, 82 Transfer Case
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83, 84 Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Transmission
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
System Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85, 88
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Transporting
Windshield
Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Truck-Camper Loading Information . . . . . . . . 80
T
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 U
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Using
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
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