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Cooling
System
When
you
decide
it
is
safe
to
lift
the
hood,
here
is
what
you
will
see:
A.
Coolant
Surge
Tank
with
Pressure
Cap
B.
Electric
Engine
Cooling
Fans
4.6L L37
Engine
shown,
4.6L
LD8
Engine
similar
5-28
1
2
...
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...
449
450
Canadian Owners
2
Vehicle Damage Warnings
4
Vehicle Symbols
4
Front Seats
6
Massaging Lumbar
7
Heated and Cooled Seats
7
Memory Seat, Mirrors and
8
Steering Wheel
8
Easy Exit Recall
9
Power Reclining Seatbacks
10
Center Seat
12
Rear Seats
13
Why Safety Belts Work
16
The rider does not stop
17
Questions and Answers About
19
Safety Belts
19
Lap-Shoulder Belt
28
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
30
Safety Belt Pretensioners
30
Lap Belt
33
Safety Belt Extender
34
Child Restraints
35
Lower Anchors
46
Top Tether Anchor
46
Locations
47
Rear Seat Position
52
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
64
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
64
Passenger Sensing System
66
Adding Equipment to Your
72
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
72
Restraint System Check
73
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
78
System Operation
79
Battery Replacement
81
Remote Vehicle Start
82
Remote Start Ready
83
Programmable Automatic
85
Door Locks
85
Rear Door Security Locks
85
Remote Trunk Release
87
Express-Down Window
90
Express-Up Window
90
Programming the Power Windows
90
Theft-Deterrent Systems
92
Content Theft-Deterrent
93
PASS-Key
94
III+ Operation
95
Starting and Operating
96
Your Vehicle
96
Ignition Positions
97
Starting the Engine
98
Starting Procedure
99
{CAUTION:
100
Performance Shifting
103
Parking Brake
104
Shifting Out of PARK (P)
107
Automatic Dimming
110
Compass Operation
110
Compass Calibration
110
Compass Variance
111
Cleaning the Mirror
112
Mirror Operation
112
Park Tilt Mirrors
116
How the System Works
119
Moving Forward
120
SBZA Detection Zones
122
When the System Does Not Seem
123
To Work Properly
123
CAUTION: (Continued)
125
LDW Error Message
126
OnStar Services
127
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
128
OnStar Virtual Advisor
128
How OnStar Service Works
129
Universal Home Remote
130
Programming Universal Home
131
Remote — Rolling Code
131
Remote — Fixed Code
133
Using Universal Home Remote
136
Reprogramming Universal Home
136
Remote Buttons
136
Erasing Universal Home Remote
136
Storage Areas
137
Center Flex Storage Unit
138
Floor Mats
138
Rear Seat Armrest
138
Convenience Net
138
Section 3 Instrument Panel
141
Instrument Panel Overview
144
Hazard Warning Flashers
146
Other Warning Devices
146
Tilt Wheel
146
Steering Column
147
Heated Steering Wheel
147
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
148
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
149
Flash-to-Pass
153
Windshield Wipers
153
Rainsense™ II Wipers
154
Resuming a Set Speed
157
Adaptive Cruise Control
159
Exterior Lamps
170
Headlamp Control System
171
Wiper Activated Headlamps
173
Headlamps on Reminder
173
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
173
Fog Lamps
174
Cornering Lamps
175
Instrument Panel Brightness
175
Courtesy Lamps
175
Entry Lighting
176
Parade Dimming
176
Reading Lamps
176
Footwell Lamps
176
Battery Load Management
177
Electric Power Management
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Battery Run-Down Protection
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Accessory Power Outlet(s)
178
Ashtray(s)
179
Climate Controls
180
Automatic Operation
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Manual Operation
182
Defogging and Defrosting
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Outlet Adjustment
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Rear Climate Control System
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Warning Lights, Gages
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
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Tachometer
193
Safety Belt Reminders
194
Charging System Light
198
Brake System Warning Light
198
Traction Control System (TCS)
200
Warning Light
200
StabiliTrak
200
Indicator Light
200
Lane Departure Warning Light
201
Engine Coolant Temperature
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Tire Pressure Light
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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If the Light is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Maintenance Programs
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Emissions Inspection and
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Lights On Reminder
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Cruise Control Light
207
Highbeam On Light
207
Fuel Gage
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DIC Operation and Displays
209
FUEL RANGE
210
AVERAGE ECONOMY (AFE)
210
FUEL USED
210
TIMER ON/OFF
210
AVERAGE SPEED
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BATTERY VOLTAGE
211
Blank Display
211
OIL LIFE REMAINING
211
PARKING ASSIST
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SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT
212
FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES
212
DIC Warnings and Messages
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BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
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CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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CLEAN RADAR
214
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
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ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
216
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
216
FOLLOWING GAP
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FUEL LEVEL LOW
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NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS
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PEDAL APPLIED
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
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PARKING ASSIST OFF
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PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
219
RADAR CRUISE NOT READY
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RAINSENSE WIPERS ACTIVE
220
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
220
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
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RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
220
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
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TRACTION CONTROL OFF
225
TRACTION CONTROL ON
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TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
225
TRUNK OPEN
225
DIC Vehicle Customization
226
Feature Settings Menu Items
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AUTO DOOR LOCK
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AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
228
REMOTE DOOR LOCK
229
REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK
229
DELAY DOOR LOCK
230
EXIT LIGHTING
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APPROACH LIGHTING
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CHIME VOLUME
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PARK TILT MIRRORS
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EASY EXIT RECALL
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EASY EXIT SETUP
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MEMORY SEAT RECALL
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REMOTE START
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FACTORY SETTINGS
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Setting the Time
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H (clock) label
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Changing the Time and Date
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Default Setting
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H (clock)
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H button again to apply
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Radio(s) (MP3)
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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(Bass/Midrange/Treble)
242
• Surround (Centerpoint
244
Radio Message
245
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
246
Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R or
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CD-RW Disc
248
CD Messages
249
Using an MP3
250
S c (previous)
251
S c and c T folder buttons
252
Playing an MP3/WMA
253
XM Radio Messages
255
Navigation/Radio System
256
Theft-Deterrent Feature
256
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
257
Radio Reception
258
Backglass Antenna
259
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
259
Control of a Vehicle
263
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
264
Braking in Emergencies
265
Magnetic Ride Control
266
Panic Brake Assist
267
Steering
268
Steering in Emergencies
269
Off-Road Recovery
270
Loss of Control
270
Skidding
271
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
273
Driving on Snow or Ice
276
Label Example
281
Example 2 Example 3
283
Towing Your Vehicle
286
Recreational Vehicle Towing
286
Weight of the Trailer
289
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
289
Safety Chains
290
Trailer Brakes
290
Driving with a Trailer
291
Following Distance
291
Backing Up
291
Making Turns
291
Parking on a Hill
293
Accessories and Modifications
297
Gasoline Octane
299
Gasoline Specifications
300
California Fuel
300
Additives
300
Fuels in Foreign Countries
301
Hood Release
305
Engine Compartment Overview
306
Engine Oil
307
When to Add Engine Oil
308
• GM4718M
309
• SAE 5W-30
309
• Oils meeting these
309
Engine Oil Life System
310
How to Reset the Engine Oil
311
Life System
311
What to Do with Used Oil
311
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
312
How to Check Automatic
314
Transmission Fluid
314
How to Add Automatic
315
Engine Coolant
316
Overheated Engine Protection
321
Operating Mode
321
Cooling System
322
Power Steering Fluid
327
Windshield Washer Fluid
328
Headlamp Aiming
338
Windshield Wiper Blade
342
Replacement
342
Tire Sidewall Labeling
345
Tire Size
348
Inflation - Tire Pressure
352
How to Check
353
Professional Vehicle
353
Tire Pressure Monitor System
355
Federal Communications
356
Commission (FCC) and Industry
356
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
359
Tire Inspection and Rotation
360
Buying New Tires
363
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
366
Temperature – A, B, C
367
Removing the Flat Tire and
373
Installing the Spare Tire
373
Spare Tire
380
Appearance Care
381
Fabric/Carpet
382
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
383
Other Plastic Surfaces
383
Wood Panels
383
Finish Care
385
Windshield and Wiper Blades
386
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
386
Wheels and Trim
386
Sheet Metal Damage
387
Finish Damage
387
Underbody Maintenance
388
Chemical Paint Spotting
388
Vehicle Identification
389
Electrical System
390
Power Windows and Other
391
Power Options
391
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
391
Underhood Fuse Block
391
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
394
Capacities and Specifications
399
Maintenance Schedule
402
Scheduled Maintenance
404
Additional Required Services
406
Maintenance Footnotes
408
Owner Checks and Services
409
At Each Fuel Fill
409
Recommended Fluids and
413
Lubricants
413
Engine Drive Belt Routing
415
Maintenance Record
416
Maintenance Record (cont’d)
417
Customer Assistance and
420
Information
420
Online Owner Center
422
Customer Assistance for Text
423
Telephone (TTY) Users
423
Customer Assistance Offices
423
GM Mobility Reimbursement
424
Roadside Service
425
(U.S. only)
426
Calling for Assistance
426
Courtesy Transportation
427
Transportation Options
428
Collision Damage Repair
429
Repair Facility
430
Insuring Your Vehicle
430
If a Crash Occurs
430
Managing the Vehicle Damage
431
Repair Process
431
Reporting Safety Defects
432
Service Publications Ordering
433
Vehicle Data Recording
434
Navigation System
435
Radio Frequency
435
Identification (RFID)
435
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