service indicator CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER 2006 1.G User Guide

A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a
cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head
can be used. This type of cleaning cassette will not
eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner may not
clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning
cassette is not recommended.
After the player is cleaned, press and hold the EJT
button for ve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator.
The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator
was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before the tape player is
serviced.Care of Your CDs and DVDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct
sunlight and dust. The CD player scans the bottom
surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged,
such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will
not play properly or not at all. If the surface of a CD is
soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft
cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with
water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts
from the center to the edge.
Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it;
this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by
grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and
the outer edge.
Care of the CD and DVD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised,
due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics
with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
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It is recommended to leave the system on for normal
driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn
the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice
or snow, and you may want to “rock” your vehicle in
an attempt to free it. It may also be necessary to turn off
the system when driving in extreme off-road conditions
where high wheel spin is required. SeeIf Your
Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on
page 4-46for more information.For vehicles with four-wheel drive, when the transfer
case is in 4LO, the stability system is automatically
disabled. The StabiliTrak
®light will come on and the
STABILITRAK OFF message will appear on the
DIC. The StabiliTrak
®system cannot be turned on until
the vehicle is switched to 2HI, 4HI, or 4AWD.
The following chart describes the StabiliTrak
®system
events and the corresponding messages and lights that
will be displayed on the instrument panel cluster.
Vehicles with a DIC Vehicles without a DIC
Event StabiliTrak®
Indicator LightDIC MessageStabiliTrak
®
Indicator LightStabiliTrak
®
Service Light
Off None Off OffStabiliTrak®On
mode (System is fully
enabled, but is not
actively controlling
vehicle stability).
Solid Traction Control Off Solid OffTraction Control
Off Mode
Solid StabiliTrak
®Off Solid OffStabiliTrak
®Off
Mode (StabiliTrak®
indicator light will
ash when system
rst enters
this mode).
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Vehicles with a DIC Vehicles without a DIC
Event StabiliTrak®
Indicator LightDIC MessageStabiliTrak
®
Indicator LightStabiliTrak
®
Service Light
Blinking StabiliTrak
®Active Blinking OffStabiliTrak
®system
activates using
engine speed
management, brake
traction control,
and/or stability
control.
Solid Service StabiliTrak
®Solid SolidStabiliTrak
®system
is disabled due to a
system fault.
SolidStabiliTrak
®Not
ReadySolid OffStabiliTrak®system
is disabled due to a
failure to initialize.
Notice:If the StabiliTrak
®light comes on due to
heavy braking and/or because the traction control
system has been continuously active, do not
allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin excessively.
If you do, you may be causing damage to the
transfer case. This could lead to costly repairs not
covered by your warranty.
Notice:If you allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin
excessively while the StabiliTrak
®, ABS and brake
warning lights and the SERVICE STABILITRAK
message are displayed, you could damage the
transfer case.The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel(s)
excessively while these lights and this message
are displayed.
StabiliTrak
®may activate on dry or rough roads or under
conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or
abrupt upshifts/downshifts of the transmission. When this
happens, you may notice a reduction in acceleration, or
may hear a noise or vibration. This is normal.
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Overload Protection
The air suspension system is equipped with overload
protection. Overload protection is designed to protect the
air suspension system, and it is an indicator to the
driver that the vehicle is overloaded. When the overload
protection mode is on, it will not allow damage to the
air compressor. However, do not overload the vehicle.
SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-48.
If the suspension remains at a low height, the rear axle
load has exceeded GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating). When the overload protection mode is activated,
the compressor operates for about 30 seconds to
one minute without raising the vehicle depending on the
amount of overload. This will continue each time the
ignition is turned on until the rear axle load is reduced
below GAWR.
Indicator Light
The indicator light on the inator switch in the rear
passenger compartment also serves as an indicator for
internal system error. If the indicator light is ashing
without the load leveling function or the inator being
active, turn off the ignition. The next day turn on
the ignition and check the indicator light. The vehicle
can be driven with the light ashing, but if it is you
should have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
Towing a Trailer
{CAUTION:
If you do not use the correct equipment and
drive properly, you can lose control when you
pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. You may also damage your
vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only if
you have followed all the steps in this section.
Ask your dealer for advice and information
about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Notice:Pulling a trailer improperly can damage
your vehicle and result in costly repairs that would
not be covered by your warranty. Always follow
the instructions in this section and check with your
dealer for more information about towing a trailer
with your vehicle.
To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you
should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that
appears later in this section.
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Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that
contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel
system and also damage the plastic and rubber
parts. That damage would not be covered under
your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive
called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline
whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors
recommends against the use of such gasolines. Fuels
containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs
and the performance of the emission control system may
be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn
on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer
for service.Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard
to nd. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel
not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly
repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not
be covered by your warranty.
To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business in the
country where you will be driving.
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Brake Wear
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 pads are needed. The sound
may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle
is moving, except when you are pushing on the
brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon your brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear the
brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle
serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out brake
pads could result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are rst applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to GM torque specications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
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 of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
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Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Accessory Inator...........................................5-78
Accessory Power Outlet(s)...............................3-18
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment.........4-53
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-108
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal..................2-22
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-24
Air Conditioning......................................3-19, 3-22
Air Suspension...............................................4-58
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-35
Readiness Light..........................................3-34
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)...... 7-9
Airbag System................................................1-58
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................1-72
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-65
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-67
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-72
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-65
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?....1-66
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-63
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-61
All-Wheel Drive...............................................5-49All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System.........................2-30
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.........................4-14
All-Wheel-Drive Service Light............................3-48
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System . . . 3-143
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-40
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels......................................5-103
Care of Safety Belts...................................5-101
Chemical Paint Spotting..............................5-105
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses..................5-102
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-98
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-99
Finish Care...............................................5-102
Finish Damage..........................................5-105
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.............................5-100
Leather....................................................5-100
Sheet Metal Damage..................................5-104
Tires........................................................5-104
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-105
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials...............5-106
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-101
Weatherstrips............................................5-101
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades......5-103
Ashtray(s)......................................................3-19
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L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................5-59
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection.........................3-18
Dome ........................................................3-16
Dome Lamp Override...................................3-17
Fog ...........................................................3-16
Reading.....................................................3-17
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-43
Liftglass/Liftgate..............................................2-13
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-34
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-40
Brake System Warning.................................3-39
Change Engine Oil......................................3-46
Charging System.........................................3-37
Check Gages Warning.................................3-49
Check Gas Cap..........................................3-50
Cruise Control.............................................3-47
Gate Ajar...................................................3-49
Highbeam On.............................................3-47
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-50
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light...................3-40
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-42
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-35Light (cont.)
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder....................3-33
Reduced Engine Power................................3-47
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-33
Security.....................................................3-46
Service All-Wheel-Drive................................3-48
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.........3-48
StabiliTrak
®Indicator....................................3-41
StabiliTrak®Service......................................3-41
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-17
Exit...........................................................3-17
Limited-Slip Rear Axle....................................... 4-9
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-48
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 4-9
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Door ........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-12
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-12
Loss of Control...............................................4-18
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-57
Lumbar
Manual Controls............................................ 1-4
Power Controls............................................. 1-4
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M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-15
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-42
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 1-4
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Memory Seat.................................................2-63
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-55
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass....2-43Mirrors (cont.)
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
Compass and Temperature Display.............2-45
Automatic Dimming Rearview
with OnStar
®and Compass.......................2-39
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar®,
Compass and Temperature Display.............2-40
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®.............2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®,
Compass, and Temperature Display............2-37
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-49
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror....................2-48
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-49
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-47
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-48
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual................................3-124
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-19
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-15
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O
Odometer......................................................3-32
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-32
Off-Road Driving.............................................4-20
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-16
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-46
Engine.......................................................5-18
Pressure Gage............................................3-45
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............................5-23
Older Children, Restraints................................1-33
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-49
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-26
Outlet(s), Accessory Power...............................3-18
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-49
Curb View Assist Mirror................................2-48
Heated Mirrors............................................2-49
Manual Mirrors............................................2-47
Power Mirrors.............................................2-48
Overhead Console..........................................2-56
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Paint, Damage..............................................5-105
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-32
Shifting Out of............................................2-33
Parking
Brake........................................................2-31
Over Things That Burn.................................2-34
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-35
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-67
Passing.........................................................4-17
Passlock
®......................................................2-18
Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-18
Door Locks.................................................. 2-9
Electrical System.......................................5-108
Lumbar Controls........................................... 1-4
Rear Quarter Windows.................................2-16
Reduced Engine Light..................................3-47
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-20
Seat............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid.............................................5-39
Windows....................................................2-15
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-32
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-10
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