wheel alignment CHEVROLET COLORADO 2009 1.G Owners Manual

Tires..............................................................5-56
Tire Sidewall Labeling...................................5-57
Tire Terminology and Denitions.....................5-60
Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-63
High-Speed Operation...................................5-64
Tire Pressure Monitor System.........................5-65
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.....................5-67
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-70
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-72
Buying New Tires.........................................5-72
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-74
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-75
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-77
Wheel Replacement......................................5-77
Tire Chains..................................................5-78
If a Tire Goes Flat........................................5-79
Changing a Flat Tire.....................................5-80
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools................5-81
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................5-85
Secondary Latch System...............................5-92
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-95
Spare Tire.................................................5-100
Appearance Care..........................................5-101
Interior Cleaning.........................................5-101
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-103
Leather......................................................5-103Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-104
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-104
Weatherstrips.............................................5-104
Washing Your Vehicle..................................5-105
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-105
Finish Care................................................5-105
Windshield and Wiper Blades.......................5-106
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
and Trim................................................5-107
Tires.........................................................5-108
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-108
Finish Damage...........................................5-108
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-108
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-108
Vehicle Identication.....................................5-109
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)................5-109
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-109
Electrical System..........................................5-110
Add-On Electrical Equipment.........................5-110
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-110
Fuses and Circuit Breakers..........................5-110
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................5-111
Capacities and Specications........................5-117
Capacities and Specications........................5-117
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat
the procedure in Step 5.
7. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat
the procedure in Step 5.
8. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 5.
9. After hearing the conrming horn chirp for the
driver side rear tire, check to see if the TPMS low
tire warning light and the DIC LOW TIRE messages
have turned off. If yes, the TPMS sensors have been
relearned. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF.
If the low tire warning light and the SERV TPM
message on the DIC are on after completing Step 5
for the driver side rear tire, the sensor relearn
process has not been successful. Turn the ignition
switch to LOCK/OFF and repeat the matching
process beginning with Step 2.
10. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the Tire and Loading
Information label.
11. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems.Tire Inspection and Rotation
We recommend that you regularly inspect your
vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs
of wear or damage. SeeWhen It Is Time for New
Tires on page 5-72for more information.
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles
(8 000 to 13 000 km). SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 6-4.
The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve
a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will
ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most
like it did when the tires were new. The rst rotation
is the most important. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 6-4.
Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires
as soon as possible and check wheel alignment.
Also check for damaged tires or wheels. SeeWhen
It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-72andWheel
Replacement on page 5-77.
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and
balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest
tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary
on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the
alignment might need to be checked. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, the tires
and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your
dealer/retailer for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,
wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer/retailer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer/retailer will know the kind of wheel
you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted
the same way as the one it replaces.If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts,
wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
sensors, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS sensors
for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts,
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and handling of your
vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in which
you or others could be injured. Always use the
correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for
replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause problems
with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height,
vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain
clearance to the body and chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-80for more
information.
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Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-30
Tires.............................................................5-56
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning...............................................5-107
Buying New Tires........................................5-72
Chains.......................................................5-78
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-80
Cleaning...................................................5-108
Different Size..............................................5-74
High-Speed Operation..................................5-64
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-79
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-63
Inspection and Rotation................................5-70
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-85
Pressure Monitor Operation...........................5-67
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-65
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-85
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-81
Secondary Latch System..............................5-92
Spare Tire................................................5-100
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-95
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-57
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-60
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-75
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-77
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-77
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-72Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-41
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-47
Your Vehicle...............................................4-40
Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.................................... 4-9
Stabilitrak
®System........................................ 4-6
Trailer
Recommendations.......................................4-57
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-21
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-24
Up-Shift Light..............................................3-27
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-24
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-26
Trip Odometer................................................3-23
Truck-Camper Loading Information....................4-40
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-75
Up-Shift Light.................................................3-27
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V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-3
Loading......................................................4-33
Parking Your...............................................2-36
Running While Parked..................................2-38
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................7-16
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN)............................................5-109
Service Parts Identication Label..................5-109
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-21
Visors...........................................................2-14
W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............3-21
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-39
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-77
Different Size..............................................5-74
Replacement...............................................5-77Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-44
Windows.......................................................2-12
Manual......................................................2-13
Power ........................................................2-13
Sliding Rear................................................2-14
Windshield
Washer........................................................ 3-9
Washer Fluid..............................................5-37
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-54
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................5-106
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-110
Wipers......................................................... 3-8
Winter Driving................................................4-29
X
XM Radio Messages.......................................3-59
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System................3-62
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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