heating CHEVROLET KODIAK 2005 User Guide

Engine Coolant (Gas and
DURAMAX
®Engines)
The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designed
to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150,000 miles
(240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only
DEX-COOL
®extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem
with engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating on
page 5-38.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
•Give freezing protection down to−34°F (−37°C).
•Give boiling protection up to 252°F (122°C).
•Protect against rust and corrosion.
•Help keep the proper engine temperature.
•Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®may
cause premature engine, heater core or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may
require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
or 24 months, whichever occurs rst. Any repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.
What to Use
Use a mixture of one-halfclean, drinkable waterand
one-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damage
aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do
not need to add anything else.
{CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to your cooling
system can be dangerous. Plain water, or
some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil
before the proper coolant mixture will. Your
vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the
proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the
wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot
but you would not get the overheat warning.
Your engine could catch re and you or others
could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
drinkable water and DEX-COOL
®coolant.
Notice:If you use an improper coolant mixture,
your engine could overheat and be badly damaged.
The repair cost would not be covered by your
warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze
and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and
other parts.
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Adding Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®
coolant mixtureat the surge tank, but only when the
engine is cool.
{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine.
When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is
hand-tight.
Engine Coolant
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engines)
If your vehicle has a Caterpillar®diesel engine, see the
Caterpillar®Diesel Engine Operation & Maintenance
Manual provided with your vehicle to find out what
to add, as well as when and how to service your
cooling system.
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
The coolant surge tank pressure cap is located in
the engine compartment, on the driver’s side of
the vehicle.
Notice:Your vehicle’s surge tank pressure cap is
designed for use with medium-duty cooling systems
only. If the surge tank pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage
may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly
secured.
Engine Overheating
You will find an engine coolant temperature gage, as
well as a low coolant warning light, on your vehicle’s
instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant Temperature
Gage on page 3-35andLow Coolant Warning Light on
page 3-35for more information.
Your vehicle also has a check gages warning light on
the instrument panel. SeeCheck Gages Warning
Light on page 3-42for more information.
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Air Conditioning System
Every now and then, have your dealership check your
air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost
any cooling ability. If you think the system is not working
properly, have your GM dealer check it out as soon
as possible.
Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service,
see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional
information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet
included with your vehicle’s Owner Manual.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and a
serious accident. SeeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 4-32.
Underinated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be
checked when your tires are cold. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-71.
Overinated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact —such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If
your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
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Climate Control System...................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-23
Rear Heating System...................................3-24
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-35
Heater, Engine............................................2-24
Low Warning Light.......................................3-35
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-38
Cooling System..............................................5-40
Cruise Control................................................3-10
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors...... 7-8
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government................................ 7-7
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.......................... 7-7
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-5
Service Publications Ordering Information......... 7-8D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light.............3-41
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Diesel Engine
Engine Alarm and Automatic Shutdown...........2-18
Exhaust Brake............................................2-25
Exhaust Restrictor.......................................2-21
Fuel............................................................ 5-7
High Idle System.........................................2-19
Starting......................................................2-14
Differential Lock Control, Rear Axle..................... 4-9
Differential Lock Indicator Light.........................3-40
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dome Lamps.................................................3-16
Door
Locks.......................................................... 2-6
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-7
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-14
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-16
City...........................................................4-21
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
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Driving (cont.)
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-22
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-24
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-18
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-30
Tow Hooks.................................................4-31
Winter........................................................4-26
Dual Tire Operation.........................................5-72
E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-88
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-89
Fusible Links..............................................5-89
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-88
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-89
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-89
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-92
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-88
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-33
Alarm and Automatic Shutdown.....................2-18
Battery.......................................................5-55
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-38
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-36Engine (cont.)
Checks Before Operating..............................2-22
Coolant..............................................5-36, 5-38
Coolant Heater............................................2-24
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-35
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake........................2-25
Exhaust.....................................................2-43
Exhaust Restrictor.......................................2-21
Fan Noise..................................................5-45
High Idle System.........................................2-19
Oil .....................................................5-22, 5-26
Oil Life System...........................5-29, 5-31, 5-32
Overheating................................................5-38
Overspeed Warning Light..............................3-39
Reduced Power Light...................................3-41
Shutdown Warning Light...............................3-39
Speed Limiter.............................................3-26
Starter Over-Crank Protection........................2-12
Starting Your Diesel.....................................2-14
Starting Your Gasoline..................................2-12
Entry Lighting.................................................3-17
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 7-6
Exhaust Brake Indicator Light...........................3-40
Exhaust Restrictor...........................................2-21
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-26
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-14
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Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Axle......................................................5-60
Differential Lock Control................................. 4-9
Shift Motor.................................................5-62
Two-Speed Electric Shift Control....................2-26
Rear Heating System......................................3-24
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-8
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-24
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-45
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-41
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government................................... 7-7
General Motors............................................. 7-8
United States Government.............................. 7-7
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-60
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-60
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-22
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-30
Running Out of Fuel........................................5-15
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-44S
Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-27
Reminder Tone............................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-82
Center Passenger Position............................1-22
Driver Position............................................1-14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-14
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-13
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-24
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-22
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-26
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-22
Safety Belts Are for Everyone......................... 1-9
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................1-21
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-5
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements.................. 6-5
Seats
Air Suspension Seats.................................... 1-6
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-8
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-4
Split Bench Seat........................................... 1-6
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