fuel GMC ENVOY 2007 Owner's Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 8
Rear Seats
............................................. 18
Safety Belts
............................................ 20
Child Restraints
...................................... 42
Airbag System
........................................ 71
Restraint System Check
......................... 90
Features and Controls
................................ 93
Keys
....................................................... 95
Doors and Locks
.................................. 100
Windows
............................................... 107
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 110
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
..... 112
Mirrors
.................................................. 133
OnStar
®System
................................... 145
Universal Home Remote System
.......... 149
Storage Areas
...................................... 160
Sunroof
................................................ 164Instrument Panel
....................................... 165
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 168
Climate Controls
................................... 186
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 197
Driver Information Center (DIC)
............ 218
Audio System(s)
................................... 236
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 301
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 302
Towing
................................................. 354
Service and Appearance Care
.................. 377
Service
................................................. 380
Fuel
...................................................... 382
Checking Things Under the Hood
......... 388
Rear Axle
............................................. 428
Four-Wheel Drive
.................................. 428
Front Axle
............................................ 429
2007 GMC Envoy and Envoy Denali Owner ManualM
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Keys.............................................................. 95
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 97
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation.................................... 98
Doors and Locks........................................ 100
Door Locks................................................ 100
Power Door Locks..................................... 101
Delayed Locking........................................ 102
Programmable Automatic Door Locks........ 102
Rear Door Security Locks......................... 105
Lockout Protection..................................... 105
Liftgate/Liftglass......................................... 106
Windows...................................................... 107
Power Windows........................................ 108
Sun Visors................................................ 109
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 110
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 110
Passlock
®.................................................. 111
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 112
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 112
Ignition Positions....................................... 113
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 114Starting the Engine.................................... 114
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal.......... 116
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 116
Active Fuel Management™........................ 117
Automatic Transmission Operation............. 118
Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 122
Parking Brake........................................... 126
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 127
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 129
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 130
Engine Exhaust......................................... 131
Running the Engine While Parked............. 132
Mirrors......................................................... 133
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 133
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®....... 133
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass................... 134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®, Compass and
Temperature Display.............................. 136
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass........................................ 138
Section 2 Features and Controls
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To avoid setting off the alarm by accident, do the
following:
Always lock the vehicle using the door key
afterthe doors are closed.
Always unlock a door with a key, or use the
RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other
way will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any
door with the key. You can also turn off the alarm
by pressing unlock on the RKE transmitter.
The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door
any other way.
Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm, do the following:
1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s
window and open the driver’s door.
2. Activate the system by locking the doors with
the power door lock switch while the door is
open, or with the RKE transmitter.
3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait
for the security light to go out.
4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the
door with the manual door lock and open the
door. This should set off the alarm.When the alarm is set the power door unlock
switch will not work.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but the
headlamps ash, check to see if the horn works.
The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse,
seeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 493.
If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do
not ash, the vehicle should be serviced by
your dealer.
Passlock®
Your vehicle has the Passlock®theft-deterrent
system.
Passlock
®is a passive theft-deterrent system that
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned
with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the
ignition lock cylinder has been tampered with, the
fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start.
During normal operation, the security light will
turn off about ve seconds after the key is turned
to RUN.
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Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the
position of the throttle and brake pedals. This
feature is designed for shorter drivers, since the
pedals cannot move farther away from the standard
position, but can move closer for better pedal reach.
If your vehicle has this feature, it can be
programmed to work with the memory function.
SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on page 12.
The vehicle must be in PARK (P) for this feature
to operate.
The switch used to
adjust the pedals is
located on the steering
column.
Press the switch forward or backward to move the
pedals closer or farther away from you.
Engine Coolant Heater
Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater.
In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder,
the engine coolant heater can help. You will get
easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a
minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of
the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle
may also have an internal thermostat in the
plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of
the engine coolant heater when the temperature
is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord.
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical
cord. The cord is located on the driver’s
side of the engine compartment next to the
battery box facing the engine.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-Volt AC
outlet.
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{CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded
outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Also, the wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a re. You
could be seriously injured. Plug the cord
into a properly grounded three-prong
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not
reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug
and store the cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts. If you do
not, it could be damaged.How long should you keep the coolant heater
plugged in? The answer depends on the outside
temperature, the kind of oil you have, and
some other things. Instead of trying to list
everything here, we ask that you contact your
dealer in the area where you will be parking your
vehicle. The dealer can give you the best
advice for that particular area.
Active Fuel Management™
Your vehicle’s V8 engine may have Active Fuel
Management™. This system allows the engine to
operate on either all or half of its cylinders,
depending on your driving conditions.
When less power is required, such as cruising at a
constant vehicle speed, the system will operate
in the half cylinder mode, allowing your vehicle to
achieve better fuel economy. When greater
power demands are required, such as accelerating
from a stop, passing, or merging onto a freeway,
the system will maintain full-cylinder operation.
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NEUTRAL (N):In this position, the engine does
not connect with the wheels. To restart when
you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
{CAUTION:
Shifting into a drive gear while your
engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is rmly on
the brake pedal, your vehicle could move
very rapidly. You could lose control and
hit people or objects. Do not shift into a
drive gear while your engine is running at
high speed.
Notice:Shifting out of PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high
speed may damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Be sure the engine is not running at high
speed when shifting your vehicle.DRIVE (D):This position is for normal driving.
It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle.
If you need more power for passing, and you are:
Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push
the accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push
the accelerator all the way down.
You will shift down to the next gear and have
more power.
Downshifting the transmission in slippery road
conditions could result in skidding, see “Skidding”
underLoss of Control on page 318.
DRIVE (D) can be used when towing a trailer,
carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or
for off-road driving. You may want to shift the
transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower
gear selection if the transmission shifts too often.
THIRD (3):This position is also used for normal
driving. It reduces vehicle speed more than
DRIVE (D) without using your brakes. You might
choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D) when
driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing
a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears
and when going down a steep hill.
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Four-Wheel Drive
If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, the engine’s
driving power can be sent to all four wheels
for extra traction. To get the most satisfaction out
of four-wheel drive, you must be familiar with
its operation. Read the part that follows before
using four-wheel drive. You should use Two-Wheel
High for most normal driving conditions.
Notice:Driving on clean, dry pavement in
Four-Wheel-Drive High or Four-Wheel-Drive
Low for an extended period of time may cause
premature wear on your vehicle’s powertrain.
Do not drive on clean, dry pavement in
Four-Wheel-Drive High or Four-Wheel-Drive
Low for extended periods of time.
Automatic Transfer Case
If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, the transfer
case knob is located to the right of the steering
wheel on the instrument panel.Use this knob to shift
into and out of
four-wheel drive
2
m(Two-Wheel High):This setting is for
driving in most street and highway situations.
Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive.
It also provides the best fuel economy.
AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive):This
setting is ideal for use when road conditions are
variable. When driving your vehicle in automatic
four-wheel drive, the front axle is engaged, but the
vehicle’s power is sent to the rear wheels.
When the vehicle senses a loss of traction, the
system will automatically engage four-wheel drive.
Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel
economy than Two-Wheel High.
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StabiliTrak®Service Light........................... 207
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light......................... 208
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 208
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 209
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 210
Oil Pressure Gage..................................... 213
Change Engine Oil Light........................... 214
Security Light............................................ 214
Cruise Control Light.................................. 215
Reduced Engine Power Light.................... 215
Highbeam On Light................................... 215
Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light ... 216
Check Gages Warning Light...................... 216
Gate Ajar Light.......................................... 216
Fuel Gage................................................. 217
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 217
Check Gas Cap Light................................ 217
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 218
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 219
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 222
DIC Vehicle Customization........................ 229Audio System(s)......................................... 236
Setting the Time........................................ 238
Radio with CD (Base)............................... 238
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 248
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................. 258
Using an MP3........................................... 271
XM Radio Messages................................. 277
Navigation/Radio System........................... 280
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 280
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................. 295
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 296
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 297
Radio Reception........................................ 298
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 299
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 299
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 299
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 300
Chime Level Adjustment............................ 300
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You
will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you
will need to know to drive safely and economically.
United States Uplevel version shown, Canada and Base similar
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Charging System Light
The charging system
light will come on briey
when you turn on the
ignition, but the
engine is not running,
as a check to show you
it is working.
It should go out once the engine is running. If it
stays on, or comes on while you are driving,
you may have a problem with the charging system.
It could indicate that you have problems with a
generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
Have it checked right away. Driving while this
light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on,
be certain to turn off all your accessories, such
as the radio and air conditioner.
Voltmeter Gage
When your engine is not
running, but the ignition
is in RUN, this gage
displays the battery
voltage in DC volts.
When the engine is running, the gage shows the
condition of the charging system. The gage
may transition from a higher to lower or a lower to
higher reading, this is normal. Readings between
the low and high warning zones indicate the
normal operating range. The voltmeter gage may
also read lower when in fuel economy mode.
This is normal.
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