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Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual

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    Aleng19-me owner’s manual table of contents how to use this manual ................................ 3 important safety precautions ....................... 5 section 1 instrumentation and controls .................... 21 section 2 seats and restraints ................................... 181 section 3...

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    . . . 2 we thank you for choosing a general motors product, and we want to assure you of our continu- ing commitment to your motoring pleasure and satisfaction. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle. Keep it with the vehicle when sold, to provide the next owner with import...

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    3 . . . When it comes to service, keep in mind that your dealer knows your vehicle best and is committed to your complete satisfaction. Your dealer invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and after the warranty period. Should you have any concern that has not been handled to ...

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    . . . 4 • section 2: seats and restraints next, focus on the center of your vehicle: the seats and safety belts. Information about these features and about your vehicle’s air bag system is cov- ered in section 2. Section 2 also includes any information pertaining to child restraints. • section 3: st...

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    5 . . . How to use this manual - contains information about tire inflation, inspection, rota- tion and replacement - locates and describes your vehicle’s fuses and circuit breakers - contains some bulb replace- ment instructions and specifi- cations - includes major component specifications and capa...

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    . . . 6 important safety precautions caution and notice boxes cautions and notices alert you to conditions that may result in injury, or that may damage your vehicle. Caution means: this can hurt people. Notice means: this can damage your vehicle. Seating position caution do not adjust the driver's ...

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    7 . . . Important safety precautions caution (continued) wearing a safety belt improper- ly could cause serious injury. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones, and you would be less likely ...

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    . . . 8 important safety precautions caution (continued) a pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. Air bags caution both the safety belt restraint system and the air bag restraint system are designed to best prot...

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    9 . . . Important safety precautions caution (continued) air bags are designed to be used with the safety belts. Even with an air bag, if you are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt, your injuries could be much worse. If you are too close to an inflat- ing air bag, it could seriously injure you...

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    . . . 10 important safety precautions caution (continued) a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat could be pushed into the seatback by the front passenger's air bag if it inflates. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if this happens. In vehi- cles with the front...

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    11 . . . Important safety precautions caution (continued) it is very dangerous to leave children inside the vehicle for any extended period of time - especially in hot weather. When you leave the vehicle, take your children with you. Vehicles with automatic transmissions caution if your vehicle is e...

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    . . . 12 important safety precautions exhaust warnings caution • things that can burn can touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. • engine exhaust can kill. It contains carbon monoxide (co) gas, which you can’t s...

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    13 . . . Important safety precautions caution (continued) • engine exhaust may also be entering your vehicle if: – your exhaust system sounds strange or different – your vehicle gets rusty underneath – your vehicle has been damaged or improperly serviced – the base of your vehicle, especially your e...

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    . . . 14 important safety precautions caution (continued) flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If t...

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    15 . . . Important safety precautions caution (continued) things you put inside your vehi- cle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle and try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack things inside the vehicle any higher than...

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    . . . 16 important safety precautions batteries caution vehicle batteries can hurt you. They contain acid and electrici- ty that can burn and gas that can explode or ignite. Use care and follow any applicable instructions when working near a battery. Do not let battery fluid touch your skin. If you ...

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    17 . . . Important safety precautions engine compartment caution steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Be careful when working around the engine compart- ment. Some engine parts can get very hot and could burn you. Caut...

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    . . . 18 important safety precautions caution (continued) steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the cap when the engine and cooling system are hot. Changing a flat tire caution changing a tire can cause inju- ry. The vehicle can slip off the...

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    19 . . . Important safety precautions system problems caution driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accident. Have the brakes checked imme- diately if the brake warning light stays on. Do not keep driving with low oil pressure. Your engine could overheat and may catch on fire. You o...

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    . . . 20 important safety precautions additional safety cautions caution drinking and driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious, or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking. Plea...

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    21 . . . Section 1 - instrumentation and controls dash-mounted instruments and controls ......24 instrument cluster ..........................................26 warning lights ..............................................29 driver information center ...............................41 driver informat...

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    . . . 22 section 1 - instrumentation and controls multifunction lever .......................................127 turn signal ..................................................127 high-low beam control ..............................128 windshield wipers .......................................128 rear...

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    23 . . . – section 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 rpm x 1000 0 abs p r n d m 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 km/h mph auto aux res set 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 9 1 10 1 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 $10araescalade.Fm page 23 wednesday, october 14, 2009 9:52 am.

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 24 ■ dash-mounted instruments and controls 1. Air vents 2. Multifunction lever windshield wipers/washer controls 3. Instrument cluster 4. Hazard warning flasher control 5. Gear shift lever 6. Tow/haul button 7. Driver information center buttons 8. Analog clock 9. N...

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    25 . . . – section 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 rpm x 1000 0 abs p r n d m 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 km/h mph 8 4 7 2 2 1 3 6 5 $10araescalade.Fm page 25 wednesday, october 14, 2009 9:52 am.

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 26 instrument cluster the instrument cluster shown is typical. Your actual cluster may vary depending on the particular options included in your vehicle. The instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. For information abo...

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    27 . . . – section 1 under some driving conditions, including those listed below, it is normal for the temperature to rise above the usual operating range and approach the far end of the gage: - stop and go driving in heavy traffic - high speed operation in warm weather - uphill driving - trailer to...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 28 5. Speedometer the speedometer displays the vehicle's speed. The reading will be indicated in metric units of km/h (kilometers per hour) or mph (miles per hour). You can use the driver information center to change your display's readings between english and metr...

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    29 . . . – section 1 7. Tachometer the tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). 8. Driver information center display see "driver information center" later in this section for information. Warning lights your vehicle has a number of warning lights. The warnin...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 30 if you have a problem with the oil, this light may stay on after you start the engine, or come on while you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on oil, or could have s...

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    31 . . . – section 1 have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, a message will be displayed. See "driver information center messages" later in this section. If you must drive a short distance with the l...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 32 this light also comes on when you set your parking brake while the ignition is on. If you begin to drive while the parking brake is not yet released, the brake system warning light will stay on and a chime will sound to alert you. If it stays on after the parkin...

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    33 . . . – section 1 see "driver information center messages" later in this section for more information. Stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or if it comes on again while you're driving, your vehicle needs servi...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 34 have it checked right away. If the light flashes, a misfire has been detected. If the light is flashing: • reduce vehicle speed • avoid hard accelerations • avoid going uphill • if towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo in the trailer as soon as possible i...

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    35 . . . – section 1 notice if you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notic...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 36 if the vehicle has been driven for several days (with a fully charged battery) prior to the inspection, but the vehicle still does not pass for lack of on-board diagnostic system readiness, see your dealer or a qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for...

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    37 . . . – section 1 safety belt reminder light see "safety belts" in section 2 for information. Passenger safety belt reminder light the passenger safety belt reminder light is located on the overhead console. See "safety belts" in section 2 for information. Air bag light this light will go on when...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 38 see "driver information center messages" later in this section for more information. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See section 2 for more information on the air bag light. Caution if the air bag light stays on or comes on while you are driving, there may...

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    39 . . . – section 1 low tire pressure light this light should come on briefly as you start the engine, as a check to show you it is working properly. If it doesn't come on, then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. After the initial bulb check, this light appears whe...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 40 security system light this light should come on briefly as you start the engine, as a check to show you it is working properly. If it doesn't come on, then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. See "pass-key ® iii plus electronic i...

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    41 . . . – section 1 lights on reminder light this light turns on as a reminder whenever the parking lights are on. See "lights" later in this section for more information. Fog lamp light this light will come on when the fog lights are turned on. See "fog lights" later in this section for more infor...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 42 the display is located at the bottom of the instrument cluster. The control buttons are located on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel. See "driver information center buttons" later in this section for more information. The driver informatio...

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    43 . . . – section 1 (trip/fuel information button) pressing this button repeatedly will allow you to scroll through the following displays: • odometer • trip odometer • fuel range • average fuel economy • fuel used • timer • transmission fluid temperature • instant fuel economy/active fuel manageme...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 44 • compass variance zone settings (if equipped) • compass calibration (if equipped) a blank page ends this menu. See "vehicle information menu" later in this section for more information. (personalization button) the driver information center can be used to progr...

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    45 . . . – section 1 see the following, later in this section, for more information: - trip/fuel information menu • to access the settings for the displayed customization feature see "feature customization" later in this section. • to change the compass variance zone see "compass" later in this sec-...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 46 • trip (trip) the trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. The reading will be indicated in metric units of kilometers or in english units of miles. To reset this reading to zero, first select ...

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    47 . . . – section 1 • timer (timer) the timer feature acts as a stopwatch. To start the timer, first select its display, then press the button. If, during a trip, you are stop- ping and starting your vehicle, the timer will automatically start timing where it left off the last time you turned the i...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 48 • average speed (average speed) this display shows your average speed since you last reset the system. The reading will be indicated in metric units of km/h (kilome- ters per hour) or mph (miles per hour). To reset this reading to zero, first select its display,...

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    49 . . . – section 1 be sure to replace the engine oil filter each time you change engine oil. Even if the oil life system does not indicate that an oil change is necessary, the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year. After you change the oil, you need to reset the system. If you...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 50 • units (units) you can scroll through and activate one of the following feature settings: - english (english units) this setting lets you view your displays in english units. - metric (metric units) this setting lets you view your displays in metric units. When...

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    51 . . . – section 1 • battery voltage (battery voltage) this display lets you monitor battery voltage to make sure it is charging properly. You may see the reading fluctu- ate. This is normal. If the current voltage is outside the normal operating range, low or high will appear on the display next ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 52 - press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the trans- mitter together for about 15 seconds. A chime will sound when the transmitter is matched to the vehicle. Note: the first transmitter matched to the vehicle will be labeled "driver 1" by the system. The s...

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    53 . . . – section 1 feature customization the driver information center can be used to program various customization features that may be available with your vehicle. Only available options will appear in the display. Your vehicle may be equipped with the following features that can be individually...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 54 entering programming mode 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Place the transmission in p (park). 3. Turn off the headlights to avoid draining the battery. 4. Press to scroll through the list of programmable features available on your vehicle. To exit programming mode, ...

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    55 . . . – section 1 • display language (display language) use this menu to select the language that you would like your vehicle to use for information displays. - note: languages listed in this manual may not be available in all areas and/or for all vehicle displays. See your dealer for more inform...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 56 • auto door lock (automatic door lock) this feature allows you to customize your automatic door locks to suit your needs. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options: - shift o...

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    57 . . . – section 1 • auto door unlock (automatic door unlock) this item allows you to customize your vehicle’s auto- matic door unlock feature. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options: - off (off) with this s...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 58 • remote door lock (remote door lock) this feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter. Note: you will only receive feedback if the doors are closed. Press the button to e...

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    59 . . . – section 1 • remote door unlock (remote door unlock) this feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter. Note: you will only receive feedback if the doors are closed. Press the button to enter the su...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 60 • delay door lock (delay door lock) this feature allows you to delay vehicle locking for five seconds in the event that the vehicle receives a door lock command while the liftgate or a door is open. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, p...

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    61 . . . – section 1 • exit lighting (exit lighting) this feature allows you to designate the length of time that the exterior lights stay on (when it is dark outside) after the ignition is turned off. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly to scrol...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 62 when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the exterior lights will also turn on. They will stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on or the lock button on the transmit- ter is pressed. This is the default setting. -...

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    63 . . . – section 1 • chime volume (chime volume) this feature allows you to change the chime volume level. The chime cannot be turned off completely. The system has two chime volume levels, normal and loud. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly t...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 64 - driver mirror (driver mirror) the outside mirror on the driver's side of the vehicle will tilt down to a curb-view position when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse). - passenger mirror (passenger mirror) the outside mirror on the passenger's side of the ve...

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    65 . . . – section 1 - button and key out (button and key out) this is the default setting. With this setting activated, the memory feature’s easy exit position will be automati- cally recalled when the key is removed from the ignition. The power tilt steering column may also move upward. If the key...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 66 - tilt only (tilt only) with this setting activated, the memory feature’s easy exit position for the tilt steering wheel will be auto- matically recalled. - seat & tilt (seat & tilt) with this setting activated, the memory feature’s easy exit position for the dr...

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    67 . . . – section 1 - on (on) with this setting activated, the memory feature settings will be automatically recalled when you unlock the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter. - no change (no change) once the desired setting is displayed, press the button to select it. You may now eit...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 68 • display digital speed (display digital speed) this feature allows you to enable or disable the digital speed display in the driver information center. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly to scroll through t...

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    69 . . . – section 1 • factory settings (factory settings) this feature allows you to reset all of the system's programma- ble features to their default settings. Press the button to enter the submenu. While in this submenu, press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options: - rest...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 70 exiting programming mode to exit programming mode, do any of the following: • turn off the ignition. • press the driver information center trip/fuel information button or vehicle information button. • press the customization button repeatedly until the following...

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    71 . . . – section 1 compass calibration while calibrating the compass, do not operate any power switches. For example, opening or closing the windows or sunroof, moving the seats, adjusting the climate controls or other power features will interfere with compass calibra- tion. To calibrate the comp...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 72 compass variance your vehicle's compass zone should be pre-set to the region where your vehicle was first sold. If your vehicle is taken outside this zone, it may be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for variance. Compass variance is the difference b...

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    73 . . . – section 1 to adjust for compass variance: 1. Place the transmission in p (park). 2. Press repeatedly until press to change com- pass zone (press to change compass zone) is dis- played. 3. Press repeatedly to select the correct compass zone. 4. Press and hold until a compass direction appe...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 74 the disabled systems will resume operation after the vehicle is started. If the vehicle's battery is not properly charged, jump start the vehicle. See "jump starting" in section 5. • calibrating: drive in circles (calibrating: drive in circles) note: this messag...

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    75 . . . – section 1 • change engine oil soon (change engine oil soon) appears when the life of the engine oil has expired and the oil should be replaced. See "engine oil" in section 4 for more information. Also see the maintenance schedule booklet for more information. After you change the oil, you...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 76 • engine oil hot -- idle engine (engine oil hot -- idle engine) appears when the engine oil temperature gets hot. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Let the engine idle until it is cool. See "engine coolant tempera- ture gage" earlier...

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    77 . . . – section 1 • engine overheated -- stop engine (engine over- heated -- stop engine) appears when the engine has overheated. A chime will also sound. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe damage. See "engine overheating" in section 5. The message will disappear when the en...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 78 • fuel level low (fuel level low) warns that the fuel level in the fuel tank is low. Stop for fuel soon. A chime will also sound if the fuel is low. • hood open (hood open) appears if the hood is not completely closed. A chime will also sound. Close the hood. • ...

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    79 . . . – section 1 • parking assist blocked see owners manual (park- ing assist blocked see owner’s manual) appears when something is interfering with the ultrasonic rear parking assist system. For information about this system, see "ultrasonic rear parking assist" later in this section. • parking...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 80 • remote key learning active (remote keyless entry transmitter learning active) appears while a remote keyless entry transmitter is being matched to the vehicle. See the following, earlier in this section, for more information: - vehicle information menu press t...

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    81 . . . – section 1 • service battery charging system (service battery charging system) note: this message may not be available on all vehicles. Appears if there is a problem with the electrical charging system. Have the system checked right away. Driving while this message is on could drain your b...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 82 • service left headlamp assembly (service left head- lamp assembly) note: this message may not be available on all vehicles. Appears when the left head- light is not working. See your dealer for service. See the following in section 4 for more information: - bul...

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    83 . . . – section 1 • service stabilitrak (service stabilitrak) appears if your stability enhancement system is malfunctioning. To reset the system, stop and turn the ignition off. Wait about 15 seconds before restarting the engine. If the message still stays on, or if it comes on again while you'r...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 84 • service traction control (service traction control) appears if there is a problem with the traction control system. When this message is displayed, the system is not operational and you should adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. See "...

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    85 . . . – section 1 • tighten gas cap (tighten gas cap) appears if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened, is missing or has been improperly installed. The malfunction indicator light should illuminate. Check the fuel cap to be sure that it is properly installed. After a few driving trips, this ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 86 the low tire pressure light may also appear on the instrument cluster. For more information, see "low tire pressure light" under "warning lights" earlier in this section. Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the tire and ...

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    87 . . . – section 1 • transmission hot -- idle engine (transmission hot, idle engine) appears if the transmission fluid is too hot. Stop and idle the engine until the message is removed. You will hear four chimes when this message is displayed. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe t...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 88 • washer fluid low -- add fluid (washer fluid low -- add fluid) appears when the washer fluid level is low. Adding washer fluid will clear the message. See "windshield washer fluid" in section 4 for information. Analog clock your vehicle is equipped with an anal...

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    89 . . . – section 1 driver information center buttons see "driver information center buttons" earlier in this section for more information. Gear shift lever see "automatic transmission" in section 3 for information. Lights the main light switch is on the instrument panel. See "lights", later in thi...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 90 ■ stabilitrak ® system this system combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems to help maintain directional control under most driving conditions. When the system senses that there is a discrepancy between the intended path and the direction ...

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    91 . . . – section 1 to reset the system, do the follow- ing: 1. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. 2. Wait about 15 seconds before restarting the engine. If the message reappears, the vehicle needs service. If neither the messages nor the light appears, the system has properly initialized an...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 92 when the system is turned off, the stabilitrak indicator light will turn on and stabilitrak off (stabili- trak off) will appear in the driver information center display. The vehicle will still have brake- traction control when stabilitrak is off, but the engine ...

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    93 . . . – section 1 you should normally leave the system in its normal operating mode, however make sure to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in mud, sand or snow. See "if your vehicle gets stuck" in section 5. It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off-ro...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 94 the traction control system may activate on rough roads, during heavy acceleration while turning, or when the transmission abruptly upshifts or downshifts. When this happens, vehicle acceleration may be reduced. You may feel or hear the system working, but this ...

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    95 . . . – section 1 the front power outlet is located in the center console storage compartment. One rear power outlet is located on the rear of the center console. The other rear power outlet is located on the passenger's side of the rear cargo area. To use an outlet, remove the cap. When not in u...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 96 ■ lights lights main switch the main light switch controls these light systems: • headlights • taillights • parking lights • license lights • sidemarker lights • instrument panel lights rotate the knob to to turn on your parking and other operating lights. The h...

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    97 . . . – section 1 when activated, this automatic headlight feature turns your headlights and other operating lights on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. See "automatic headlight system" later in this section for more information. Rotate the knob to to turn off the exterior lights and aut...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 98 once it is bright enough outside, the headlights and operating lights will automatically turn back off. The lights may also turn on when you drive through a low-light area. Once you leave the low-light area, it may take about one minute before the automatic head...

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    99 . . . – section 1 to enable this feature, do the following: 1. Press the auto button, located at the bottom of the inside rearview mirror. 2. Rotate the exterior lights con- trol to auto. The multifunction lever must be in the center, neutral position for this feature to work. An indicator light ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 100 the indicator light on the mirror will turn off and the system will be temporarily disabled. The system will return to normal operation once the condition no longer exists. The system may not turn off the high beam headlights if any of the following conditions ...

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    101 . . . – section 1 instrument light dimmer the instrument light dimmer controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The control is located near the main light switch. Press lightly on the knob to make it spring out. Then, rotate the knob to the right to increase brightness and to the l...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 102 dome lights the dome lights come on automatically when you open the doors. To keep the lights from turning on, see "dome lights override button". To turn the lights on manually, whether the doors are open or closed, rotate the instrument light dimmer all the wa...

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    103 . . . – section 1 reading lights your vehicle may have reading lights. These lights have on/off switches next to them. Press the switch to turn the lights on and off. Battery saver see "battery rundown protection" later in this section. ■ instrument panel switchbank the switchbank is on the inst...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 104 ■ heating and air conditioning system automatic dual zone climate control system dual zone climate control systems allow the driver and the front seat passenger to independently select desired air temperatures. The desired temperature is controlled by informati...

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    105 . . . – section 1 off setting press the knob to turn the system on or off. The system display will turn on when the system is on. Air will still flow through the floor ducts when the system is off. Even while the system is off, you can still adjust the temperature and the air delivery mode. If t...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 106 passenger temperature control press to turn the passenger's temperature control on and off. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the temperature for the front passenger zone. If the temperature settings are different, the passen...

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    107 . . . – section 1 2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting. See "temperature control" earlier in this section. It may take up to 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Readjust the temperature as needed. In the automatic mode, the system will automatically control the inside temperatur...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 108 air outlet selector press the up or down arrow on switch to stop the automatic operation and to manually select one of the modes controlling the direction of airflow. The display shows the selected mode. If this control is pressed while the system is in automat...

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    109 . . . – section 1 this mode divides airflow between the windshield defroster vents, the floor outlets and the side window defroster vents. Use this mode to remove fog from the windshield or side windows while also heating the vehicle. The a/c compressor will automatically operate in this mode if...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 110 recirculation press the recirculation button to recirculate the air in your vehicle. This is useful for keeping dust and odors out or when quick cooling is desired. The recirculation symbol will appear on the display when this feature is active. The a/c compres...

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    111 . . . – section 1 rear (rear) button to operate the rear climate control system, press rear on the front climate control system to turn the system on and off. See the following, later in this section, for more information: • automatic rear air conditioning/heating vehicle remote-start this featu...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 112 automatic rear air conditioning/heating your vehicle is equipped with a rear climate control system. The rear air conditioner/heater controls are integrated into the rear seat audio system's control panel. To operate the rear climate control system, do any of t...

  • Page 113

    113 . . . – section 1 if the rear system is first turned on using the front climate control system, the system will be in "mimic" mode. All settings for the rear system will match those currently set for the front system. When you adjust the settings for the rear system using the rear control panel,...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 114 temperature control press either the plus (+) or minus (-) button to increase or decrease the temperature. Air outlet selector press repeatedly to stop the automatic mode and to manually select the direction of airflow. The display shows the selected mode. Oper...

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    115 . . . – section 1 air outlets angle the front outlets up, down, right or left to direct airflow as desired. Rear window defogger the ignition must be on for this feature to work. Press this button to defog your rear window. To turn it off, press the button again or turn off the ignition. Otherwi...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 116 ■ sound system and clock notice added audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle's engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them. Check with your dealer before adding any audio or communi- cation equipment. Also ...

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    117 . . . – section 1 caution avoid or minimize any sound system or navigation system activities while operating your vehicle. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving will greatly increase the risk of a collision that may cause personal injury or death. Road safety has absolut...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 118 rear seat audio caution this feature is intended to be used only by rear seat passengers. This feature allows the rear seat passengers to select and control any of the available audio sources (am-fm, compact disc, dvd or auxiliary source, if equipped). The rear...

  • Page 119

    119 . . . – section 1 volume control the left knob controls the volume for the left set of wired headphones, and the right knob controls the volume for the right set of wired headphones. Rotate the volume knob to increase or decrease the volume. Source selection press srce to switch between the avai...

  • Page 120

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 120 prog button when the radio is selected as the rear seat audio source, press the prog button to seek through the stations that are preset on the main radio's push-buttons. When listening to a cd or an audio dvd, press this button to go back to the beginning of t...

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    121 . . . – section 1 in some vehicles, this button is also used to interact with the onstar or bluetooth features. These features are not currently available on your vehicle. Source selection press srce to switch between the available audio sources: • radio • 6-disc cd/dvd changer • front auxiliary...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 122 navigating an ipod ® or usb device when the main audio screen is displayed, you can use the steering wheel controls to perform the following functions: • press the up or down arrow to select the next or previous track. • press and hold the up or down arrow to s...

  • Page 123

    123 . . . – section 1 antenna the antenna is integrated into the rear side windows. Damage to the inside surfaces of the rear side windows can cause interference with radio reception. Notice don't use a razor blade or anything else that is sharp on the inside of the rear side windows. Do not apply a...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 124 ■ navigation system the navigation system is located at the center of the instrument panel. The system consists of control buttons and a touch-sensitive screen and is equipped with a navigation guidance system with route planning. For information on how to use ...

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    125 . . . – section 1 multifunction lever use this lever to control the following features: • headlight high/low beams • turn signals • windshield wipers/washer • rear wiper/washer see "multifunction lever" later in this section for additional information. Power tilt wheel switch you can move the st...

  • Page 126

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 126 cruise control buttons use these buttons to control your cruise control system. See "cruise control" later in this section for more information. Horn sound the horn by pressing anywhere on the steering wheel pad . Audio steering wheel controls your vehicle is e...

  • Page 127

    127 . . . – section 1 ■ multifunction lever turn signal to signal a turn, move the lever all the way up (right) or down (left). When the turn is over, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, press the lever for less than one second and the turn signal will automatically flash t...

  • Page 128

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 128 high-low beam control when the headlights are turned on and the lever is in the center position, the headlights are set to low beams. To change the lights from low beams to high beams, push the lever toward the front of the vehicle. To change the lights back to...

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    129 . . . – section 1 for more cycles, hold the band in this position. For steady wiper cycles, rotate the band upward to one of the two highest positions, depending on the wiper speed you want. In light rain or snow, you can use the delay feature. Turn the band to one of the delay settings to choos...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 130 rear wiper/washer the switch near the end of the multifunction lever activates the rear wiper/washer. To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to . For a delayed wiper cycle, slide the switch to . To spray washer fluid on the rear window, press the button loc...

  • Page 131

    131 . . . – section 1 ■ cruise control with cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 40 km/h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. The control buttons are located on the steering wheel. When the cruise control is set, the cruise control light on the instrument cluster ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 132 3. Press the set button and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The cruise control light on the instrument cluster should turn on. Caution don't leave your cruise control switch on when you're not using it. To get out of cruise control to t...

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    133 . . . – section 1 to go back to your set speed if you have temporarily turned off cruise control without erasing the set speed memory, do the following to re-engage cruise control: • once you're going about 40 km/h or more, press the plus (+) button for a moment. You'll go right back up to your ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 134 • press and hold the plus (+) button. You can hold it there while you accelerate to the new speed. When the vehicle has reached the chosen speed, release the button. The vehicle will now maintain the higher speed. • tapping the switch will increase your vehicle...

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    135 . . . – section 1 using cruise control on hills how well the cruise control system will work on hills depends on several factors: • vehicle speed • vehicle load • steepness of the hill when going up steep hills, you may need to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhil...

  • Page 136

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 136 if the automatic dimming feature on the inside day/night mirror is turned on, the driver's side mirror automatically dims to minimize glare and improve rearview visibility. When the glare decreases, the mirror returns to its normal state. See "automatic inside ...

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    137 . . . – section 1 do not fold or unfold the mirrors manually. Otherwise, the mirrors may become disengaged. A disengaged mirror may shake or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in position. If a mirror ever becomes disengaged, it will need to be reset. To reset a mirror, fold and u...

  • Page 138

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 138 puddle lights the puddle lights are located at the base of each outside rearview mirror. When a door is opened, these lights illuminate the area near the base of the front doors when it is dark out. Automatic inside day/night mirror the mirror pivots so that yo...

  • Page 139

    139 . . . – section 1 automatic inside day/night mirror (if equipped) your vehicle is equipped with the fully automatic inside rearview mirror which has an on/off button at the base of the mirror. The automatic dimming feature turns on automatically each time the vehicle is started. During the day t...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 140 vanity mirrors there are vanity mirrors located on the sun visors. The lights around the mirror will come on when you lift the cover, and they will go off when you close the cover. ■ windows caution leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with t...

  • Page 141

    141 . . . – section 1 power windows power window switches on the driver's door control each of the windows when the ignition is in the on or acc (accessory) position or when retained accessory power is active. Each passenger door has a control switch for its own window. To lower the window, press th...

  • Page 142

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 142 express up and down feature the driver's and front passenger's window switches have an express up and down feature. The window can be opened a small amount by tapping the front part of the switch lightly. When the switch is pressed all the way down and then rel...

  • Page 143

    143 . . . – section 1 anti-pinch window override mode caution lifting and holding the power window control will override the anti-pinch feature. If this happens, a power window will not stop if something gets in the way. You or others could be injured, and your window could be damaged. Be careful no...

  • Page 144

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 144 the indicator light in the button will glow when the lock-out feature is activated. You can control the passenger windows with the switches on the driver’s door while this feature is activated. Programming the power windows if electrical power to the windows is...

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    145 . . . – section 1 ■ doors caution unlocked doors can be dangerous. • passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle if the doors are left unlocked. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. • young children who get into unlocked vehicles may ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 146 power door locks the front power door lock controls lock and unlock all the doors. Press to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press to unlock all the doors and the liftgate. From the outside, use your key to lock or unlock the driver's door. Note that there ...

  • Page 147

    147 . . . – section 1 delayed locking if you press the power door lock switch while a door or the liftgate is open, you will hear three chimes, indicating that this feature is active. The doors will not lock. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock. Any door can be reopen...

  • Page 148

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 148 rear door security lock the rear doors are equipped with locks that help prevent passengers, especially children, from opening the rear doors from inside. The locks are located on the edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access the locks. Whe...

  • Page 149

    149 . . . – section 1 power running boards (if equipped) power running boards automati- cally extend outward from the vehicle to make entering and exiting the vehicle easier. When a door is opened, the running board for that side of the vehicle will extend. When the door is closed, the running board...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 150 caution (continued) make sure that the air outlets on or under the instrument panel are fully open. Disable the power feature for the liftgate. See "power liftgate" for more information. The rear access open (rear access open) message will appear in the driver ...

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    151 . . . – section 1 to open the entire liftgate, lift the handle . Press the pushbutton on the liftgate to open the liftglass or press the liftglass release button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Both the liftgate and liftglass have an electric latch. If a low voltage condition occurs or ...

  • Page 152

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 152 power liftgate caution you or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure the path is clear before opening or closing the power liftgate. Notice make sure that there are no overhead obstructions (such as a garage door) in the ...

  • Page 153

    153 . . . – section 1 • press the top of the power liftgate button located in the overhead console. If you press the top of the button again while the liftgate is in motion, the liftgate will reverse direction. - note: this feature will not work when the theft deterrent system is armed. • press the ...

  • Page 154

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 154 to disable the power liftgate, press the bottom of the power liftgate button located on the overhead console. Do not drive with the liftgate open, if possible. If you must drive with the liftgate open, disable the power feature for the liftgate. If the power li...

  • Page 155

    155 . . . – section 1 the following message will appear in the driver information center display: • rear access open (rear access open) see "driver information center messages" earlier in this section for more information. To restore the power liftgate function: 1. Remove the obstruction. 2. Fully o...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 156 rear area storage your vehicle may be equipped with a storage compartment located in the driver's side trim panel of the rear cargo area. To open the storage compart- ment, rotate the knobs and open the lid. Jack and spare tire removal the jack is located in th...

  • Page 157

    157 . . . – section 1 universal transmitter notice modifications made to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility may void authorization to use the system. Each of the three universal trans- mitter buttons on the overhead console can replace a hand-held transmitter used to act...

  • Page 158

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 158 programming the transmitter make sure that no people or objects are in the path of the garage door or other device you are programming. If you are programming a garage door, it is recommended that you park the vehicle outside the garage. For quicker and more ac...

  • Page 159

    159 . . . – section 1 these switches can be used to program the device in the event that the original hand-held transmitter is lost. See the following, later in this section, for information: • fixed code transmitters if no switches are present, the device operates with a rolling code. A different s...

  • Page 160

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 160 4. To program the universal transmitter, you will need to enter 8 to 12 switch positions. Write down the number and position of each switch. An example of the switch positions is shown above. Use the following information to determine the proper switch position...

  • Page 161

    161 . . . – section 1 6. Enter the switch positions. Begin with switch 1. Use the following information to program the proper switch position. - if a switch is "left", press the left button. - if a switch is in the middle, press the middle button. - if a switch is "right", press the right button. Re...

  • Page 162

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 162 rolling code transmitters read through all of the following programming procedure before you begin customizing this feature. 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons for about two seconds, then release them. 2. If possible, have someone help you perform this p...

  • Page 163

    163 . . . – section 1 using the universal transmitter briefly press and hold the desired universal transmitter button. An indicator light will come on while a signal is being transmitted. Erasing universal transmitter buttons to erase all three programmed buttons, press and hold the two outside butt...

  • Page 164

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 164 sun visors to block out glare, pull the sun visor down or to the side. You can also slide the visor along the rod as necessary. Pull the visor outward, away from its mounting point. The visor will slide along its support rod. When moved to the side, the sun vis...

  • Page 165

    165 . . . – section 1 manual operation press and hold the back of the sunroof switch to open the sunroof to a desired position. Release the switch when the sunroof reaches the desired position. The system has a feature which allows you to automatically open the sunroof to a preset comfort position. ...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 166 vent position once the glass panel is closed, press and release the rear of switch to open the sunroof to the vent position. If you want to stop the roof in a partially open position, a slight touch of the switch in either direction will stop it. To close the g...

  • Page 167

    167 . . . – section 1 luggage carrier caution if you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier - like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and th...

  • Page 168

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 168 here are some things to keep in mind: • when loading things on the roof of the vehicle, take care not to block or damage the center high-mounted stoplight. • if small heavy objects are to be loaded onto the luggage carrier, place the load in the area over the r...

  • Page 169

    169 . . . – section 1 ■ storage your vehicle has many storage compartments. Center console the console between the front seats opens into a storage area. The console has upper and lower storage areas. To open the storage area, lift the latch and swing the compartment lid open. There may be a power o...

  • Page 170

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 170 cupholders there is a dual-cupholder located behind a panel at the front of the center console. Press on the panel to open or close the cupholder. The front cupholder may be removed for easy cleaning by pushing down and then back on the cupholder. There is also...

  • Page 171

    171 . . . – section 1 • to activate the heating function, press the button located next to the cupholder. When the heating function is on, the heat symbol on the button will be red. Press the button again to turn this feature off. Use only non-insulated containers. Insulated containers will not work...

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    Instrumentation and controls . . . 172 caution do not hold the cigarette light- er in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it could damage the heater element and the mechanism which allows the lighter to pop out. It can also blow the fuse. ■ retained accessory power your vehicle has retain...

  • Page 173

    173 . . . – section 1 ■ ultrasonic rear parking assist notice if the rear bumper is damaged, the parking assist system may not work properly. Caution use care when parking your vehicle. Always check for people, other vehicles and obstructions. Also check for blind spots. The system is only able to d...

  • Page 174

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 174 the system's sensors, located on the rear bumper, are used to detect the distance to an object behind the vehicle. In order for the sensors to detect an object, the following conditions must be met: • the object must be at least 25.4 cm above ground level. • th...

  • Page 175

    175 . . . – section 1 see "driver information center messages" earlier in this section for more information. When the engine is turned off and back on, the system is auto- matically re-enabled. Problems with the parking assist system if a temporary condition exists that prevents the system from turn...

  • Page 176

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 176 the message will remain in the driver information center display until conditions are back to normal. If the message does not turn off when conditions are back to normal, the vehicle must be driven forward at a minimum speed of 40 km/h. Otherwise, if the messag...

  • Page 177

    177 . . . – section 1 heavy electrical loads may occur when several of the following systems are on simultaneously: • headlight high/low beams • fog lights • climate controls/rear window defogger • heated seats • engine cooling fan using the accessory power outlets or pulling a trailer will also pro...

  • Page 178

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 178 to program the memory settings: 1. Adjust the driver's seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel and adjustable pedals to your desired settings. 2. Press and hold the appropriate driver memory button (1 or 2) until you hear two beeps indicating the settings have be...

  • Page 179

    179 . . . – section 1 resetting the memory feature if anything obstructs the seat or adjustable pedals while they are moving to their stored memory positions, the seat and pedals may stop working. You may have to reset the memory feature. To reset the memory feature, do the following: 1. Remove the ...

  • Page 180

    Instrumentation and controls . . . 180 exiting the vehicle: to make it easy to get in and out of the vehicle, you can use the exit button located between memory buttons 1 and 2. When you press the exit button with the transmission in p (park), the seat and/or steering column will move to the exit po...

  • Page 181

    Section 2 - seats and restraints 181 . . . Seat controls .................................................182 power seat controls ....................................182 heated and cooled front seats....................184 heated second row seats............................185 head restraints .........

  • Page 182

    Seats and restraints . . . 182 ■ seat controls power seat controls the power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seats. The front part of the switch makes the front of the seat go up and down. The rear part of the switch makes the rear of the seat go up or down. Move the ent...

  • Page 183

    183 . . . – – section 2 caution sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your seatbelts can't do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined. Improperly positioned safety belts may cause neck injury or injury to the vulnerable org...

  • Page 184

    Seats and restraints . . . 184 heated and cooled front seats the control buttons for the heated and cooled seats are on the climate control panel. Cooled seats press to turn the cooled seat feature on and off, and to switch between the high, medium and low settings. A symbol will appear on the clima...

  • Page 185

    185 . . . – – section 2 press the button repeatedly to switch between the high, medium and low heat settings. An indicator light will glow to show the selected setting. • 3 lights (high heat) • 2 lights (medium heat) • 1 light (low heat) press the button again to turn it off. This feature will turn ...

  • Page 186

    Seats and restraints . . . 186 head restraints the front and rear head restraints are adjustable. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. The top of the restraint should be at the same height as the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a collision. The front head re...

  • Page 187

    187 . . . – – section 2 second row seats your vehicle is equipped with either a second row split bench seat or second row bucket seats. Your vehicle has a rear seat feature which lets you fold the seat down for more cargo space. The seats can also be tumbled forward for easier access to the third ro...

  • Page 188

    Seats and restraints . . . 188 caution sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined. Improperly positioned safety belts may cause neck injury or injury to the vuln...

  • Page 189

    189 . . . – – section 2 2. Lift the lever and fold the seatback forward. The folded seatback will create a flat load floor. You may need to move the front seat forward or raise the front seatback to the upright position in order for the seatback to fold down flat. 3. Lift the lever again to release ...

  • Page 190

    Seats and restraints . . . 190 notice damage to the rear seat or safety belts can occur if the seat is folded with the safety belts fastened. Before folding a seat, unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed positions. 2. Press the button once to fold the seatback down. After a...

  • Page 191

    191 . . . – – section 2 caution a safety belt that is twisted or improperly attached or routed won't provide the protection needed in a crash. After raising a rear seatback, always make sure that the safety belts are not twisted and that they are properly attached and routed. Easy entry/exit seat th...

  • Page 192

    Seats and restraints . . . 192 to exit the third row seat: 1. Lift the lever and fold the seatback forward. The lever is located on back of the seat on the inboard side. 2. Lift the lever again to release the seat, and tumble the seat forward. 3. Return the seat to its original position. Caution nev...

  • Page 193

    193 . . . – – section 2 caution if the seatback isn't locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 5. Check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not ...

  • Page 194

    Seats and restraints . . . 194 3. Return the seat to its original position. Caution never allow passengers to use a third row seating position while the second row seat is folded forward or folded and tumbled. People in the vehicle could be injured. Make sure that the seat, when returned to its orig...

  • Page 195

    195 . . . – – section 2 folding third row seatbacks before folding a seat, always make sure that there is nothing under or in front of the seat. Clear all items off the seat. 1. Open the liftgate. Notice damage to the rear seat or safety belts can occur if the seat is folded with the safety belts fa...

  • Page 196

    Seats and restraints . . . 196 tumbling the third row seat before folding a seat, always make sure that there is nothing under or in front of the seat. Clear all items off the seat. Notice damage to the rear seat or safety belts can occur if the seat is folded with the safety belts fastened. Before ...

  • Page 197

    197 . . . – – section 2 unfolding third row seats before unfolding the seat, always make sure that nothing will be trapped under the seat. To return the seat to its original position: 1. Open the liftgate. 2. From the rear of the vehicle, lift the lever located on the rear of the seat, next to the h...

  • Page 198

    Seats and restraints . . . 198 3. To unlatch the seat from the floor, pull the handle, located at the rear of the seat, rear- ward. 4. Roll the seat out of the vehicle. There is a track in the floor to guide the seat wheels. To install the seat: 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Slide the front outboard seat...

  • Page 199

    199 . . . – – section 2 caution if the seatback isn't locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 6. Make sure that the seatback, when returned to its original position, is...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 200 ■ safety belts caution do not let anyone ride where they cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, you can be seriously injured or killed. In a crash, a vehicle occupant who is not restrained properly could become ...

  • Page 201

    201 . . . – – section 2 the safety belt information includ- ed here is intended for vehicle occupants of adult size and for older children who have outgrown booster seats. Older children who have outgrown booster seats should sit in a rear seat, restrained by a properly fastened safety belt. To dete...

  • Page 202

    Seats and restraints . . . 202 lap/shoulder belt all seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The first and second row seating positions are equipped with free- falling latch plates. The third row seating positions are equipped with either free-falling or cinching latch plates. The la...

  • Page 203

    203 . . . – – section 2 for belts equipped with cinching latch plates, if the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. Caution you could be seriously injured if your belt is buckled i...

  • Page 204

    Seats and restraints . . . 204 to unlatch the belt: • push the button on the buckle. When you pull the shoulder portion of a passenger lap/shoulder belt equipped with a free-falling latch plate all the way out, the child restraint locking feature may engage. The belt can no longer be pulled out unti...

  • Page 205

    205 . . . – – section 2 the lap/shoulder belt should be worn as shown above. Caution wear your belt fitted closely against the body. Do not wear your shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body, and never secure a safety belt over an armrest (...

  • Page 206

    Seats and restraints . . . 206 to move the height adjuster down, squeeze the release buttons and slide the adjuster down to the proper height. To move the height adjuster up, just push up on the shoulder belt guide. To make sure it is locked in place, try to move the height adjuster down without squ...

  • Page 207

    207 . . . – – section 2 to install the comfort guide: 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body or from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt, inserting the belt edges into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure the belt is not twisted and ...

  • Page 208

    Seats and restraints . . . 208 caution the shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. Wearing a safety belt improperly could cause serious injury. To remove the comfort guide: 1. Squeeze the belt edges togeth...

  • Page 209

    209 . . . – – section 2 safety belt care keep the safety belts clean and dry. Caution do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Replacing safety belts c...

  • Page 210

    Seats and restraints . . . 210 safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap/shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be...

  • Page 211

    211 . . . – – section 2 passenger safety belt reminder light the passenger safety belt reminder light is located on the overhead console. Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind the front passenger to fasten the safety belt. The passenger safet...

  • Page 212

    Seats and restraints . . . 212 safety belt pretensioners your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners. Preten- sioners help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal or rear collision if the threshold conditions for the pretensioners ar...

  • Page 213

    213 . . . – – section 2 vehicles equipped with dual-stage air bags have a seat position sensor for the driver's seat which aids in determining whether the driver's air bag should inflate at reduced or full deployment. Vehicles equipped with dual-stage air bags also have electronic frontal sensors wh...

  • Page 214

    Seats and restraints . . . 214 if battery power is available, the doors may automatically unlock, the interior lights may come on and the fuel system may shut off when an air bag inflates. The hazard warning flashers will also turn on when an air bag inflates. You can lock the doors, turn the interi...

  • Page 215

    215 . . . – – section 2 caution if you are too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position in case an air bag inflates in a collision. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still able to maintain control of the vehicle. Accident ...

  • Page 216

    Seats and restraints . . . 216 caution (continued) it is therefore recommended that child restraints be secured in a rear seat position even if the front passenger's air bag is turned off. In fact, because the risk to a rear-facing child is so great if the air bag deploys, there is a label on your v...

  • Page 217

    217 . . . – – section 2 changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the air bag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail air bag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, rollover sens...

  • Page 218

    Seats and restraints . . . 218 caution a crash severe enough to inflate the air bags may also damage important vehicle functions such as the fuel, brake and steering systems. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate collision, there may be concealed damage that could prevent you f...

  • Page 219

    219 . . . – – section 2 caution do not damage the air bag covers. If you damage the covers, the air bag may not work properly. If an air bag cover is damaged, you may have to replace the air bag module or both the module and the air bag cover. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. Caution for ...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 220 caution have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag light doesn't come on, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving. Passenger sensing system your vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system. Vehicles equipped with this system will have a label ...

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    221 . . . – – section 2 note: you may not see the system self-check when using the vehicle remote-start feature to start the engine. See "vehicle remote-start" in section 3 for more information. Sensors in the right front passen- ger seat and safety belt detect the presence of an occupant to determi...

  • Page 222

    Seats and restraints . . . 222 aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, seat heaters and seat massagers can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system. Avoid using after- market equipment if your vehicle is equipped with this system. The "on" indicator light may illuminate if an objec...

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    223 . . . – – section 2 caution a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seating position could be seriously injured or killed if the passenger's air bag inflates. This is because the back of the restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. A child in a forward-faci...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 224 a thick layer of material (such as a blanket) or aftermarket equip- ment (such as seat covers, heaters or massagers) located between the seat cushion and the child restraint or small occupant can affect how the passenger sensing system operates. Remove any additional m...

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    225 . . . – – section 2 to maintain the correct seating position, especially during vehicle maneuvers and braking, the passenger should wear the safety belt. Be sure the safety belt is adjusted properly at all times. See "safety belts" earlier in this section for additional safety belt instructions ...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 226 note: you may not see the system self-check when using the vehicle remote-start feature to start the engine. See "vehicle remote-start" in section 3 for more information. If the two indicators never appear when the vehicle is first started, or if after several seconds ...

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    227 . . . – – section 2 caution (continued) after installing a child restraint, pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock (if equipped). Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Caution never hold a baby in your arms while...

  • Page 228

    Seats and restraints . . . 228 for most types of child restraints, there are several different models available. When choosing a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight, size and age, but also whether the restraint will be compatible with your vehicle. The restraint manu...

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    229 . . . – – section 2 caution a young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by an...

  • Page 230

    Seats and restraints . . . 230 if you are using a vehicle safety belt equipped with the child restraint locking feature to secure the restraint, be sure that after you have routed the belt through the restraint and have buckled the belt that you pull the shoulder portion all the way out of the retra...

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    231 . . . – – section 2 caution a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seating position could be seriously injured or killed if the passenger's air bag inflates. This is because the back of the restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Caution (continued) a chi...

  • Page 232

    Seats and restraints . . . 232 caution when the vehicle is started with a child restraint installed in the front passenger seat, the "off" indicator should appear in the passenger sensing system status bar (located on the overhead console) after the system has completed its self-check. If the "on" i...

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    233 . . . – – section 2 • does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If you answered "yes" to this question, proceed to the next question. If you answered "no" to this question, the child should continue to use a booster seat. • can the proper safety belt fit be maintained ...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 234 anchors for child restraints with lower attaching points and top strap this system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. Use this system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. With this feature you will have anchors fo...

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    235 . . . – – section 2 see "child restraints" earlier in this section. Also, see "securing a child restraint with lower attaching points and top strap" later in this section. Top strap a child restraint may have a single or a dual top strap. A single attachment at the end of the top strap connects ...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 236 the top strap anchor brackets are located at the rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row. There is also a top strap anchor bracket at the rear of the seat cushion for the third row seat which can be used to anchor a child restraint in eithe...

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    237 . . . – – section 2 caution each bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a collision. A child or others may be injured. To prevent injury to people and damage to ...

  • Page 238

    Seats and restraints . . . 238 • if the seat has an adjustable head restraint or head rest and the child restraint has a single top strap, route the top strap under the head restraint or head rest between the posts. • if the seat has an adjustable head restraint or head rest and the child restraint ...

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    239 . . . – – section 2 caution (continued) after installing a child restraint, pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock (if equipped). Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Notice contact between the child restraint’s...

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    Seats and restraints . . . 240 caution each top strap anchor or set of attaching points is designed to hold only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor or attaching point could cause the anchor or attaching point to come loose or even break during a collision...

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    Section 3 - starting and operating instructions 241 . . . New vehicle break-in period.........................243 keys................................................................243 pass-key ® iii plus electronic immobilizer system .......................................................244 theft...

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    . . . 242 section 3 - starting and operating instructions traction..........................................................284 stabilitrak ® system .......................................284 locking rear axle ........................................285 steering ........................................

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    243 . . . – – – section 3 ■ new vehicle break-in period notice your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate "break-in", however it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • keep your speed at 90 km/h or less for the first 800 km. • don't drive at a constant speed - fast or slow...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 244 the vehicle comes with a double-sided key which is used for the ignition and all the door locks. If you lose your keys, contact your dealer to obtain new ones. Any new key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle. See "pass-key ® iii electron...

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    245 . . . – – – section 3 see the following under "driver information center messages" in section 1 for more information: • service theft deterrent system (service theft deter- rent system) turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged, t...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 246 to program an additional key: 1. Verify that the new key has stamped on it. 2. Start the engine using the previously programmed master key. If the engine does not start, see your dealer for service. 3. Turn off the ignition and remove the key. 4. Within ...

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    247 . . . – – – section 3 3. Close all doors. The security system light will turn off after about 30 seconds. When the light turns off, the system is armed. The system will not arm if you lock the doors with a key or the manual lock lever. To disarm the system, you must unlock the vehicle using the ...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 248 ■ remote keyless entry modifications made to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility may void authorization to use the system. This option allows you to lock or unlock your doors from 20 m to 60 m away, depending on the particular...

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    249 . . . – – – section 3 pressing the unlock button on the keyless entry transmitter also disarms the theft deterrent system. See "theft deterrent system" earlier in this section for information. Remote-start use button to operate the remote-start feature. See "vehicle remote-start" later in this s...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 250 remote liftglass release press and hold to open the liftglass. If the rear wiper is active when you press , the rear wiper will move to the "parked" position and the liftglass will release. Transmitter range at times you may notice a decrease in the rang...

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    251 . . . – – – section 3 battery replacement if replace battery in remote key (replace battery in remote key) appears in the driver informa- tion center display, you should replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter. See "driver information center messages" in section 1 for more informati...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 252 matching transmitters matching transmitters to your vehicle may be necessary if you lose or replace a transmitter. Even if only one transmitter is being replaced, you must rematch all of your transmitters at the same time. Up to eight transmitters can be...

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    253 . . . – – – section 3 to start the vehicle using the remote-start feature, do the following: 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release the lock button and then immedi- ately press and hold the remote-start button until the turn signal lights flash. If the vehicle’s lights are n...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 254 if the vehicle is left running, it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless you extend the time by repeating the remote-start procedure. The remote-start engine runtime can only be extended once. After two vehicle remote-starts, or one remote ...

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    255 . . . – – – section 3 note: • laws in some regions may restrict the use of remote- starters. Check local and national regulations for any requirements. • do not use the remote-start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle could run out of fuel. The remote-start feature will not opera...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 256 with the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four positions: 1. Lock: the only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your ignition. This position may also lock the steering wheel and transmis- sion. The transmission must...

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    257 . . . – – – section 3 3. On: the switch returns to the on position after you start the engine and release the switch. Even with the engine off, you can use on to operate electrical accessories and display some instrument cluster warning lights and messages. The automatic transmission is unlocked...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 258 engine starting make sure the parking brake is applied before starting the engine. To start, the gear selector must be in p (park) or n (neutral). Use n (neutral) to restart when the vehicle is already moving. Notice do not shift into p (park) while the ...

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    259 . . . – – – section 3 computer controlled cranking system this feature helps start the engine and protects components. Once cranking is initiated, the engine will continue to crank for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, the system will stop...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 260 cold weather starting when starting the engine in very cold weather (below -18°c), turn the ignition key to start and hold it there for up to 15 seconds. Let go of the key when the engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid drain...

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    261 . . . – – – section 3 ■ adjustable accelerator and brake pedals the control is located on the instrument panel, below the climate control system. Press the right arrow to move the pedals closer to you or press the left arrow to return the pedals toward the standard positions. Before you begin dr...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 262 see the following under "driver information center" in section 1 for more information: • trip/fuel information menu inst econ (instant fuel econ- omy) ■ transmission automatic transmission notice spinning the tires too fast or holding the vehicle in one ...

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    263 . . . – – – section 3 notice damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of p (park) or n (neutral) with the engine racing is not covered by your warranty. The transmission in your vehicle uses shift stabilization which adjusts transmission shifting to the current driving situation to red...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 264 caution avoid leaving your vehicle while the engine is running. If you are not in an idling vehicle, the engine could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Do not let the engine run when you are not in the vehicle. Caution if you ...

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    265 . . . – – – section 3 r (reverse) use this to back up. At low vehicle speeds you can use r (reverse) to rock your vehicle back and forth if your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See "if your vehicle gets stuck" in section 5. Notice shift to r (reverse) only after your vehicle is sto...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 266 m (manual mode) use this position to manually select the gear range that best suits your current driving conditions. See the following, later in this section, for more information: • automatic transmission manual shift mode automatic transmission manual ...

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    267 . . . – – – section 3 2. Press the plus or minus button to select a higher or lower gear range to best suit your current driving conditions. This is helpful when you need to control the engine and vehicle speed while driving downhill. The driver information center display will change to display ...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 268 grade braking and cruise grade braking this feature is designed to assist you when driving on a downhill grade. Grade braking maintains the vehicle's speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow t...

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    269 . . . – – – section 3 shift lock control system your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. With the engine running, you have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift out of p (park). See "vehicle parking" later in this section for more information. ■ all-...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 270 many of the same design features that help make your vehicle responsive on paved roads during poor weather conditions (features like the locking rear axle and all-wheel drive) help make it much better suited for off-road use than a conventional passenger...

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    271 . . . – – – section 3 to remove the lower air dam, do the following: 1. Remove the two bolts. 2. Insert the edge of a flat-head screwdriver into each snap and pull downward to disengage the snaps. 3. Once the bolts are removed and the snaps are released, push forward on the air dam assembly unti...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 272 loading your vehicle for off-road driving there are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. • the heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can. • be sure ...

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    273 . . . – – – section 3 environmental concerns off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. General motors recognizes these concerns and urges every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment. • always ...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 274 getting familiar with off-road driving it’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-road driving does require some new and different driving skills. Here’s what we mean: • tune your senses t...

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    275 . . . – – – section 3 when you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you can’t control the vehicle as well or at all. Because you will be on an unpaved surface, it’s especially important to avoid sudden accele...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 276 here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill. • is there a constant incline, or does the hill get sharply steeper in places? • is there good traction on the hillside, or will the surface cause tire slipping? • is there a straight path up...

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    277 . . . – – – section 3 caution turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up. • ease up on your speed as you approach the top of...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 278 if you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they won’t have to do all the work. Descend slowly, keeping your vehicle under control at ...

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    279 . . . – – – section 3 • hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression, your vehicle can tilt even worse. For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 280 if at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerat...

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    281 . . . – – – section 3 after you go off-roading there are some things to do after you go off-roading. • remove any brush or debris. • be careful to keep mud or sand from building up under the vehicle. • clean and check the brake linings. • check under the vehicle for leaks. • check the vehicle fo...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 282 in order to shift into p (park), do the following: 1. Apply the regular brakes. 2. Set the parking brake firmly. 3. Shift into p (park). Pull the shift lever toward you, then move it up as far as it will go. 4. Turn the ignition key to lock. 5. Lock all ...

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    283 . . . – – – section 3 if you cannot shift out of p (park), ease pressure on the shift lever. 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 2. Push the shift lever all the way into p (park). 3. Try to shift out of p (park), into the gear you want. If the problem persists, see your dealer for service. If you...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 284 rear vision camera this feature is designed to assist the driver when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse). For information on how to use this system, see the separate navigation/entertainment system manual. ■ traction there are three systems that con...

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    285 . . . – – – section 3 locking rear axle the locking rear axle can give added traction on snow, ice, etc. Normally, the locking axle unit works like a standard axle. However, when either drive wheel is on a slippery surface and the opposite wheel has better traction, the locking unit can continue...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 286 disc brake wear indicators your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new ones are needed. Some conditions or climates may cause disc brak...

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    287 . . . – – – section 3 brake adjustment every time you apply the brakes to stop, your disc brakes adjust themselves for wear. Brake pedal travel see your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that service ...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 288 parking brake the parking brake pedal is located to the left of the driver's left foot. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and then push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on...

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    289 . . . – – – section 3 brake assist your vehicle is equipped with a brake assist feature. During a hard brake application, the system automatically delivers extra braking pressure to the wheels and activates the antilock brake system. You may feel some vibration or hear a noise when the system is...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 290 magnetic ride control each corner of the vehicle is continuously adjusted to an appropriate damping level based on vehicle speed, wheel-to-body position, steering position and the vehicle's lift/dive characteristics. This system also interacts with the t...

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    291 . . . – – – section 3 it is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. This figure includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Notice your vehicle’s warranty does not cover parts or compo...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 292 it also tells how many people can ride in your vehicle and gives you the vehicle capacity weight. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. See "certification/tire label" for additional tire and loading information. Also, see ...

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    293 . . . – – – section 3 add-on equipment when your vehicle carries removable items, you may need to limit how many people can ride in the vehicle. Weigh the vehicle before you buy and install new equipment. Never exceed the gross vehicle weight rating or the gross axle weight ratings. Notice your ...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 294 caution if you have a rear-most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (co) could come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness or death. To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: • ha...

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    295 . . . – – – section 3 if you do decide to pull a trailer, here are some important points: • the gross axle weight ratings and the gross vehicle weight rating must not be exceeded. Trailer tongue weight must be included in the total vehicle weight. See "vehicle loading" earlier in this section fo...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 296 • when towing a trailer with an automatic transmission, operate your vehicle in d (drive). You may want to shift into a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. • reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep down- g...

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    297 . . . – – – section 3 tow/haul mode use this feature when pulling a heavy trailer. It helps by reducing the frequency of shifts and the need to change throttle position and by providing the same shift feel as when the vehicle is not loaded. Using tow/haul mode will also increase charging system ...

  • Page 298

    Starting and operating instructions . . . 298 if you operate the vehicle in the tow/haul mode when you are not pulling a trailer or when lightly loaded, you may experience reduced fuel economy and poor engine and transmission performance. Only use the tow/haul mode when pulling a trailer or hauling ...

  • Page 299

    299 . . . – – – section 3 if you are using a weight-distribut- ing hitch, adjust the spring bars so that distance remains the same before and after coupling the trail- er to the vehicle and adjusting the hitch. Notice if you use a step-bumper hitch, your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns. Make ...

  • Page 300

    Starting and operating instructions . . . 300 safety chains you should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety ch...

  • Page 301

    301 . . . – – – section 3 parking on hills caution when towing a trailer, avoid parking your vehicle on a hill. If something were to go wrong, your rig could start to move. People could be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer could be damaged. You should not park vehicles with trailers on a...

  • Page 302

    Starting and operating instructions . . . 302 wiring harness heavy-duty trailer wiring package the harness has a seven-pin connector and is attached the rear bumper beam next to the inte- grated trailer hitch. The 7-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • yellow: left stoplight and t...

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    303 . . . – – – section 3 electric brake control wiring provisions the wiring provisions are for the electric trailer brake controller and include blunt cut wires located in the instrument panel. The controller should be installed by your dealer. The harness contains the following circuits: • dark b...

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    Starting and operating instructions . . . 304 towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground all-wheel drive vehicles your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground. See your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. Notic...

  • Page 305

    305 . . . – – – section 3 two-wheel drive vehicles your vehicle was not designed to be towed with the rear wheels on the ground. Notice towing a two-wheel drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. The vehicle ca...

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    Section 4 - service and maintenance 307 . . . Maintenance guidelines................................308 doing your own service work .....................308 accessories and modifications ......................309 fuel ................................................................309 ethanol (e-85)...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 308 ■ maintenance guidelines the required maintenance intervals vary considerably between climates, geographical locations, terrain and driving conditions. The local-language maintenance schedule booklet provided with your vehicle shows the intervals required for the va...

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    309 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ accessories and modifications adding non-gm accessories to your vehicle can affect your vehicle's performance and safety. Your vehicle is equipped with an air bag system. Before adding accessories to your vehicle, see "air bag system" in section 2 for infor- mation on t...

  • Page 310

    Service and maintenance . . . 310 notice use clean fuel only. Contami- nated fuel may reduce the life of the fuel delivery system and the engine. Fuel containing the octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (mmt) is not recommended. See your dealer for informatio...

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    311 . . . – – – – section 4 use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. You should use a high quality fuel which meets the minimum octane rating recommended. Use gasoline with a posted octane of 95 (research method) or higher. A gasoline with posted oc...

  • Page 312

    Service and maintenance . . . 312 notice some additives are not compat- ible with e-85 fuel and may harm your fuel system. Damage caused by the use of additives may not be covered by your new vehicle warranty. Do not use additives with e-85 fuel. You may use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethan...

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    313 . . . – – – – section 4 when switching between gasoline and e-85 fuel, add at least 11 l of fuel. Drive the vehicle immediately after fueling for a minimum of 11 km. Switching repeatedly between gasoline and e-85 fuel is not recommended. To ensure quick starts in cold weather, the e-85 fuel shou...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 314 filling the tank the cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. Because your vehicle's fuel system is compatible with ethanol fuel, the fuel cap will be yellow with "e-85 or gasoline" (e-85 or gasoline) printed on it. Press on the center of the re...

  • Page 315

    315 . . . – – – – section 4 caution static electricity can ignite gasoline vapor. You can be burned and your vehicle damaged. Before you open the fuel filler cap, touch a metal part on your vehicle to discharge the static electricity in your body. Do not return to your seat while refueling. If you r...

  • Page 316

    Service and maintenance . . . 316 caution • never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. • dispense gasoline only into approved containers. • do not leave the fuel pump unattended while refueling. • keep children away from the fuel pump. • bring the fill nozzle in contact with t...

  • Page 317

    317 . . . – – – – section 4 notice don't spill fuel on the vehicle's exterior surfaces. It can damage your paint. If you do, wash it off as soon as possible. ■ hood release to open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then push the second...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 318 caution an electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running. Be careful around any underhood electric fan. Caution be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. They could start a fire and you or others could be burned. Bef...

  • Page 319

    319 . . . – – – – section 4 when you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Air cleaner/filter 2. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap 3. Remote positive battery terminal 4. Battery 5. Oil fill cap 6. Automatic transmission dipstick 7. Remote negative battery terminal 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine c...

  • Page 320

    Service and maintenance . . . 320 engine oil caution used engine oil contains elements which are unhealthy for your skin and which may cause cancer. Wash hands after handling. See the oil manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil or oil-contaminated products. Caution used oil filters...

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    321 . . . – – – – section 4 checking the fluid level the best time to check the engine oil level is when the oil is warm: 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 3. Remove the dipstick a...

  • Page 322

    Service and maintenance . . . 322 choosing the right oil quality your vehicle requires the use of a special oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Your vehicle was filled with mobil 1 ® synthetic oil at the factory, which meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Oil meeting this standard will also hav...

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    323 . . . – – – – section 4 choosing the right oil viscosity sae 5w-30 is best for your vehicle. Your vehicle requires the use of a special oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Substitute oil not meeting the gm4718m standard should not be used for an oil change. If you are unable to find oil of the reco...

  • Page 324

    Service and maintenance . . . 324 engine oil additives do not add anything to your engine oil. Oils of the recommend- ed quality are all you need for good performance and engine protection. Consult your dealer if you think your engine has an oil-related problem. Engine oil change intervals the requi...

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    325 . . . – – – – section 4 after the change engine oil soon (change engine oil soon) message comes on, change the engine oil within the next 1000 km. See "driver information center messages" in section 1 for more information. Even if the oil life system does not indicate that an oil change is neces...

  • Page 326

    Service and maintenance . . . 326 engine coolant caution if your engine overheats, see "engine overheating" in section 5. Continued operation of the overheated engine, even for a short time, may result in a fire and the possibility of personal injury and/or severe vehicle damage. Caution the cooling...

  • Page 327

    327 . . . – – – – section 4 notice do not substitute any liquids for the proper coolant mixture. Otherwise, premature corrosion may result and the engine coolant will require change sooner. Damage caused by the use of any coolant that is not recommended is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. N...

  • Page 328

    Service and maintenance . . . 328 the level should be at or above the full cold mark. Caution steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the cap when the engine and cooling system are hot. If the surge tank is empty, see "engine overheating" in s...

  • Page 329

    329 . . . – – – – section 4 automatic transmission fluid it is not usually necessary to check the transmission fluid in your vehicle. Fluid loss may occur if the transmission is overheated or if there is a transmission leak. If you suspect a small leak, check the fluid level using the procedure desc...

  • Page 330

    Service and maintenance . . . 330 checking the fluid level notice too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Caution when you add fluid to the automatic transmission, make sure not to overfill it. Overfilling will result in leakage on hot engine or exhaust system parts, and might sta...

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    331 . . . – – – – section 4 the fluid temperature ranges required for a cold check or a hot check are listed, following, under the cold check and hot check procedures. If the displayed temperature reading is not within either of the required ranges, allow the vehicle to cool to the cold check proced...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 332 4. Wait for 3 seconds, remove the dipstick again and check the fluid level. Keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading. Check both sides and read the lower level. 5. Always recheck the fluid level. If inconsistent readings persist, check the transmiss...

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    333 . . . – – – – section 4 hot check procedure perform this fluid check procedure when the transmission tempera- ture is in the range of 71-93°c. The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level. After a cold check, perform a hot check at the first opportunity, once the ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 334 5. Always recheck the fluid level. If inconsistent readings persist, check the transmission breather to be sure it is clean and unclogged. If readings are still inconsistent, see your dealer. If readings are consistent, continue with the procedure. 6. The level shou...

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    335 . . . – – – – section 4 transfer case lubricant (all-wheel drive vehicles) check the fluid at the intervals recommended in your mainte- nance schedule. See the "recommended fluids and lubricants" chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use. To check the fluid level: 1. Par...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 336 3. Check the level of the lubricant by removing the plug. - when the differential is cold, add lubricant, if needed, to bring the level up to 3.2 mm below the filler plug hole. - when the differential is warm, add lubricant, if needed, to bring the level up to the b...

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    337 . . . – – – – section 4 • all-wheel drive vehicles the proper level is 1 mm to 19 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid up to the proper level. Power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check the power steering fluid unless you suspect ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 338 if the level is low, add enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper area on the dipstick. See the "recommended fluids and lubricants" chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the m...

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    339 . . . – – – – section 4 caution if there is too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Check the master ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 340 notice don't spill brake fluid on the vehicle's exterior surfaces. It can damage your paint. If you do, wash it off immediately. Windshield washer fluid use windshield washer solvent such as gm optikleen ® rather than water to prevent freezing and for better cleanin...

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    341 . . . – – – – section 4 battery caution do not use a match or flame near a vehicle's battery. If you need more light, use a flash- light. Do not smoke near a vehicle's battery. When working around a vehicle’s battery, shield your eyes with protective glasses. Keep children away from vehicle batt...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 342 air cleaner/filter a disposable air filter element is contained in the air cleaner. Inspect and change the filter at the intervals recommended in your maintenance schedule. To remove and replace the air filter: 1. Loosen all the screws securing the cover. 2. Lift th...

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    343 . . . – – – – section 4 3. Away from the vehicle’s engine compartment, lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. Do not use compressed air to clean the filter. Replace the filter if it remains caked with dirt. 4. Clean the air filter sealing surface and the filter housing. 5. Reve...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 344 ■ starter switch check caution before beginning this procedure, make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. While performing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. You or others could be injured and objects could be damaged. Be ready to apply the regu...

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    345 . . . – – – – section 4 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift the automatic transmission into p (park). See "parking brake" in section 3 for information on how to properly set and release the parking brake. 2. Make sure the engine is off. 3. Turn the ignition to on b...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 346 ■ parking brake and p (park) mechanism check caution before beginning this procedure, make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. While performing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. You or others could be injured and objects could be damaged. Be r...

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    347 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid / lubricant engine oil to determine the needed oil quality and viscosity for your vehicle's engine, see "engine oil" earlier in this section. Engine coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only dex-cool ® coo...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 348 hood hinges multi-purpose lubricant, superlube ® (gm part no. 12346241). Body door hinge pins, liftgate hinge and link- age, folding seat and fuel door hinge multi-purpose lubricant, superlube ® (gm part no. 12346241). Outer liftgate handle pivot points multi-purpos...

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    349 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty, see the warranty booklet included with your vehicle's owner's manual, or see your selling dealer or contact the tire manufactur...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 350 22-inch tires if your vehicle is equipped with the 22-inch p285/45r22 size tires, they are low-profile tires with a wide tread design. They are not recommended for off-road driving or commercial uses such as snow plowing. See the following in section 3 for more info...

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    351 . . . – – – – section 4 notice improper tire pressure promotes adverse effects in tire life and vehicle performance. Excessively low inflation causes deflection of the tire and tire overheating which reduces tire strength and thus may damage the tires. It also causes tire over- loading, abnormal...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 352 high speed operation caution driving at high speeds, 160 km/h or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire fail- ure. You could crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-...

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    353 . . . – – – – section 4 if the system detects low tire pressure in one or more of the tires, the low tire pressure warning light will appear and tire low add air to tire will be displayed on the driver informa- tion center. See the following in section 1 for more information: • low tire pressure...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 354 vehicle. Make sure the replacement tire is compatible with your tire pressure monitoring system. If not, the system may give inaccurate low pressure warnings. Cooler weather conditions may cause the low tire pressure warning light and/or the tire low add air to tire...

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    355 . . . – – – – section 4 this message and/or the low tire pressure light may appear under the following conditions: • one or more of the tire sensors may be missing or inoperative. • the spare tire was installed on the vehicle. The message will turn off once a road tire with a compatible tire pre...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 356 to reset the tire pressure monitor: note: read through all of the following procedure before you begin programming. Do not allow more than one minute to elapse when matching each tire or more than five minutes to complete the matching procedure for all four tires, o...

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    357 . . . – – – – section 4 6. Repeat the procedure for each of the remaining tires in the following order: right front tire, right rear tire, then left rear tire. 7. After the horn sounds twice to confirm that the last tire position has been stored, turn off the ignition. 8. Set the tire pressures ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 358 follow the diagram above for the correct rotation pattern. After rotation, adjust the front and rear tire pressures according to the tire information label. Don’t include the spare tire in your tire rotation. If you rotate your tires or replace any of your tires or ...

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    359 . . . – – – – section 4 notice improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See "specifications and capaci- ties" later in this section ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 360 note: some commercial truck tires may not have tread wear indicators. The tire information label says what size tires you need. To determine the location of your vehicle’s tire information label, see "vehicle loading" in section 3. It is recommended that you replace...

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    361 . . . – – – – section 4 using a tire or wheel size other than the size originally installed on your vehicle may cause problems or damage to various vehicle systems, such as braking, ride and handling, and resistance to roll- over, and to electronic systems like antilock brakes, traction control,...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 362 caution if you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. Tire chains caution do not...

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    363 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ wheels wheel alignment and tire balancing if there is unusual tire wear or if the vehicle pulls one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If the vehicle vibrates when you are driving on a smooth road, the wheels may need to be balanced. Wheel replacement...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 364 caution putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. You would not know how the wheel had been used or how many miles it had been driven. The wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Caution rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened,...

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    365 . . . – – – – section 4 notice improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See "specifications and capaci- ties" later in this section ...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 366 ■ service parts identification label this label is located inside the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will find the following information: • the vehicle identification number • the model designation • paint informati...

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    367 . . . – – – – section 4 you can remove fuses with a fuse extractor. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted , replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size and rating. Note: your vehicle may not be equipped with all t...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 368 left instrument panel fuse block fuse circuits protected 1 rear seats 2 rear cargo area power outlet 3 steering wheel controls backlight 4 driver door module 5 dome lights; left turn signal 6 left turn signal; stoplight 7 instrument panel back lighting 8 right turn ...

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    369 . . . – – – – section 4 18 power door lock 1 (unlock func- tion) 19 rear seat entertainment (if equipped) 20 ultrasonic rear parking assist; power liftgate 21 power door lock 1 (lock function) 22 driver information center 23 rear wiper 24 not used 25 driver seat module; remote keyless entry syst...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 370 center instrument panel utility block fuse circuits protected body 2 body wiring connector 2 body 1 body wiring connector 1 body 3 body wiring connector 3 head- liner 3 headliner wiring connector 3 head- liner 2 headliner wiring connector 2 head- liner 1 headliner w...

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    371 . . . – – – – section 4 underhood electrical center name circuits protected 1 right trailer stop/turn signal lights 2 electronic stability suspension con- trol; automatic level control exhaust 3 left trailer stop/turn signal lights 4 engine controls 5 engine control module; throttle control 6 no...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 372 17 air conditioning compressor 18 oxygen sensors 19 transmission controls (ignition) 20 fuel pump 21 fuel system control module 22 horn 23 rear washer 24 fuel injectors; ignition coils (left side) 25 trailer parking lights 26 left parking lights 27 right parking lig...

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    373 . . . – – – – section 4 44 liftgate release 45 air bag system (battery) 46 instrument cluster 47 not used 48 auxiliary climate control (ignition) 49 center high-mounted stoplight 50 rear window defogger 51 heated mirrors 52 not used 53 cigarette lighter; accessory power outlet 54 automatic level...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 374 relay usage fan hi cooling fan high speed fan lo cooling fan low speed fan cntrl cooling fan control hdlp lo/hid low-beam headlight fog lamp front fog lights a/c cmprsr air conditioning compressor strtr starter pwr/ trn powertrain name circuits protected fuel pmp fu...

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    375 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ bulb replacement see your dealer for any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section. High intensity discharge lighting caution low beam high intensity discharge lights operate at a very high voltage. Do not try to service the system components. You could be seri...

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    Service and maintenance . . . 376 backup lights 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the screws and pull out the light assembly. Pull the light assembly straight rearward to disengage the pins on the assembly. 3. Press the tab (if equipped) and turn the socket counter- clockwise to remove it. Pull the bu...

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    377 . . . – – – – section 4 ■ replacement bulb specifications see your dealer for any bulb not listed in this section. Backup lights ...............................................................................................................................7440 license lights........................

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    Service and maintenance . . . 378 ■ specifications and capacities component specifications 6.2 l v8 engine type ............................................................................................................................................. V8 vin code .....................................

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    379 . . . – – – – section 4 capacities (approximate) fuel tank escalade ..................................................................................................................................98.4 l escalade esv..................................................................................

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    Service and maintenance . . . 380 ■ appearance care caution care should be taken to avoid contamination of the safety belt webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water. The belt should be replaced if webbing be...

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    381 . . . – – – – section 4 to wash the wheels on your vehicle, use a clean, soft cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent. Rinse the wheels with clean water and dry them thoroughly. Then, apply wax to the wheels, if desired. Notice do not drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that ...

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    Section 5 - problems on the road 383 . . . Jump starting ................................................384 towing...........................................................388 engine overheating ......................................389 checking and adding coolant.....................392 changing ...

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    Problems on the road . . . 384 ■ jump starting if your battery has run down, you may use another vehicle with a 12-volt battery and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. The other vehicle must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. Notice if the other vehicle does not have a 12-vo...

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    385 . . . – – – – – section 5 to jump start your vehicle, follow these steps: notice ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 1. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach. Be sure the vehicles aren't tou...

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    Problems on the road . . . 386 3. Now open the hood and locate the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals. Caution fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. Your vehicle has remote positive (+) and negative (-)...

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    387 . . . – – – – – section 5 4. Connect the positive (+) (red) cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. Use the remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 5. Don't let the other end touch metal, then connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use the...

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    Problems on the road . . . 388 10. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Replace the red remote positive (+) terminal cover (if equipped). Notice damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are connected or disconnected incorrectly. To pre...

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    389 . . . – – – – – section 5 ■ engine overheating caution steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. The engine coolant temperature gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the pointer reaches the shaded warning area o...

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    Problems on the road . . . 390 if you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam: 1. Turn off your air conditioner and turn the heater on to maximum heat and maximum fan speed. Open the windows, if neces- sary. 2. If you're in a traffic jam, shift to n (neutral). 3. Pull over and stop the vehicl...

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    391 . . . – – – – – section 5 the level should be at or above the full cold mark. If the coolant level is low, there may be a leak in the cooling system. Caution engine parts may be very hot. Do not touch them. Caution do not run the engine if there is a leak. All the coolant could leak out and caus...

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    Problems on the road . . . 392 overheat protection mode if you still have the overheat warning, the engine has a feature whereby it alternates firing groups of cylinders to minimize engine damage and to allow you to drive your vehicle to the nearest service center. You will notice a significant loss...

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    393 . . . – – – – – section 5 caution adding only plain water or a liquid other than the recommended coolant can be dangerous. The engine could overheat, but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch on fire and you or others could be burned. Notice if there is too much water in...

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    Problems on the road . . . 394 if coolant is visible in the surge tank: if coolant is visible in the tank but the level is not up to the full cold mark, wait a while for the engine to cool, then add a 50/50 mixture of clean water and dex-cool ® coolant at the coolant surge tank. See "engine coolant"...

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    395 . . . – – – – – section 5 4. If the level in the surge tank has dropped, add more of the coolant mixture to bring the level back up to the proper mark. 5. Then replace the cap. Be sure the cap is tight. When the engine and cooling system have cooled down, check the coolant level again. If the co...

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    Problems on the road . . . 396 ■ changing a flat tire caution lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire and should only be used ...

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    397 . . . – – – – – section 5 caution do not use more than one compact spare tire at a time on your vehicle. Drive with caution while the compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle. Do not use more than one compact spare tire at a time on your vehicle. Drive with caution while the compact spare ...

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    Problems on the road . . . 398 remove the tray to access the jacking equipment. 1. Pull up on the storage tray to remove it and access the jack- ing equipment. The pull cup on the tray is marked with a jack symbol. 2. Turn the wing nut counter- clockwise to release the tool kit storage bag. 3. Remov...

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    399 . . . – – – – – section 5 2. Hoist shaft 3. Hoist shaft access cover/hole 4. Jack handle extensions 5. Wheel wrench 6. Hoist cable the spare tire is attached to the tire carrier underneath the vehicle. The following are the main components of the spare tire carrier: 1. Hoist assembly 7. Tire/whe...

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    Problems on the road . . . 400 to access the spare tire hoist cover, you must first remove the hitch cover. Rotate the two fasteners, located at the bottom of the cover, counterclockwise. Then, pull the cover down and rotate it toward you to remove it. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper an...

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    401 . . . – – – – – section 5 when the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the tire to access the tire/wheel retainer. Press and hold the latch and slide the tire/wheel retainer upward on the guide pin to separate the retainer from the guide pin. Once the tire/wheel retainer is separated from the...

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    Problems on the road . . . 402 changing the flat tire if the wheel of the flat tire has a center cap, use the chisel end of the wrench to carefully pry it off. Loosen the wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. Do not remove them yet. Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you want to cha...

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    403 . . . – – – – – section 5 assemble the jack handle extensions (as needed) and the jack handle. If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle, you will need to attach both jack handle extensions. Attach the jack handle to the jack. $10araescalade.Fm page 403 wednesday, october 14, 2009 9:52 am.

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    Problems on the road . . . 404 if the flat tire is on a front wheel, place the jack to the rear of the flat tire, on the area of the frame where the sections overlap. If the flat tire is on a rear wheel, place the jack to the rear of the flat tire, on the rear axle jacking pad. Attach the wheel wren...

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    405 . . . – – – – – section 5 caution rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to th...

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    Problems on the road . . . 406 tighten the nuts firmly with a wrench in the pattern shown above. Caution incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have t...

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    407 . . . – – – – – section 5 when you reinstall the full-size wheel and tire, you must also reinstall the center cap, if equipped. Place the cap on the wheel and tap it into place until it sits flush with the wheel. The cap can only go on one way. Be sure to line up the tab on the center cap with t...

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    Problems on the road . . . 408 the following are the main components of the spare tire carrier: 1. Hoist assembly 2. Hoist shaft 3. Hoist shaft access cover/hole 4. Jack handle extensions 5. Wheel wrench 6. Hoist cable 7. Tire/wheel retainer 8. Spare tire/flat tire (with valve stem pointed down) 9. ...

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    409 . . . – – – – – section 5 to restow the tire under the vehicle in the spare tire carrier, do the following: 1. Place the tire on the ground near the rear of the vehicle. Be sure the tire valve stem faces down and to the rear. 2. Separate the tire/wheel retainer at the end of the hoist cable from...

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    Problems on the road . . . 410 4. Assemble the wheel wrench and the two jack handle extensions. 5. Insert the hoist end (open end) of the extension into the hole in the bumper. Connect the extension onto the hoist shaft. Do not use the chisel end of the wheel wrench. $10araescalade.Fm page 410 wedne...

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    411 . . . – – – – – section 5 6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire off the ground. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel and centered in the wheel opening. 7. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the tire is against the underside of the vehicle. 8. W...

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    Problems on the road . . . 412 jacking equipment storage caution storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger's compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The equipment is stor...

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    413 . . . – – – – – section 5 restow the jacking equipment in the proper storage areas. 1. Return the equipment to the storage bag. - wheel wrench - jack handle - jack handle extensions 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and the jack together with the wing nut. 3. Restow the wheel blocks and the jack in t...

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    Problems on the road . . . 414 2. If the cable is not visible, proceed to step 4. If the cable is visible, tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until it clicks or skips twice. The cable cannot be overtight- ened. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three ...

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    415 . . . – – – – – section 5 6. Attach the jack handle, extension and wheel wrench to the jack. Place the jack (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper. 7. Center the jack lift point under the center of the spare tire. 8. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the ...

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    Problems on the road . . . 416 11. Disconnect the handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand. 12. If the spare tire is hanging from the cable: - insert the hoist handle, ex...

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    417 . . . – – – – – section 5 once the tire/wheel retainer is separated from the guide pin, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull the retainer and the guide pin through the wheel opening. 13. If the cable is hanging under the vehicle, turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the...

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    Problems on the road . . . 418 ■ if your vehicle gets stuck if your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, you will need to spin the wheels. Do not, however, spin the wheels too fast. Caution if you let your tires spin at high speed, they could explode. You or others could be injured. Also, t...

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    419 . . . – – – – – section 5 3. Shift the transmission back and forth between r (reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press it lightly when in gear. The ro...

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    Problems on the road . . . 420 ■ data collection and event data recorders your vehicle has computer modules that monitor and control vehicle systems and performance. These modules may record and store this information for future use. Stored information may be used to help diagnose and repair malfunc...

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    421 . . . – – – – – section 5 while no personal data is recorded by the event data recorder, law enforcement agencies or others may combine the data stored by your vehicle with the personal information routinely acquired during a crash investigation. Gm will only access this informa- tion with the c...