traction control CHEVROLET KODIAK 2007 User Guide

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow
In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck,
you will need to spin the wheels, but you do not
want to spin your wheels too fast. The method
known as rocking can help you get out when you
are stuck, but you must use caution.
{CAUTION:
If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high
speed, they can explode, and you or others
could be injured. And, the transmission or
other parts of the vehicle can overheat.
That could cause an engine compartment
re or other damage. When you are stuck,
spin the wheels as little as possible. Do not
spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h)
as shown on the speedometer.
Notice:Spinning the wheels can destroy
parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you
spin the wheels too fast while shifting the
transmission back and forth, you can destroy
the transmission.
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
First, turn the steering wheel left and right.
That will clear the area around the front wheels.
If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift
into 4HI. SeeFour-Wheel Drive on page 119.
If your vehicle has traction control, you should turn
the traction control system off. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 216. Then shift
back and forth between REVERSE (R) and
a forward gear, or with a manual transmission,
between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and
REVERSE (R), spinning the wheels as little as
possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you
shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal
when the transmission is in gear. By slowly
spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse
directions, you will cause a rocking motion
that may free your vehicle. If that does not get
your vehicle out after a few tries, it may need to
be towed out. If your vehicle does need to be
towed out, seeTowing Your Vehicle on page 241.
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Rear Axle Shift Motor
When to Check and Change Fluid
If you have an optional air-shift two-speed,
controlled traction, or locking differential type rear
axle, a good time to check the fluid level in the axle
shift motor is when the rear axle lubricant is
checked.
How to Check Fluid
Remove the plug on the front plate of the axle
shift motor, add enough fluid to raise the level to
the bottom of the filler plug hole, then replace
the plug.
What to Use
Refer to your Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind of lubricant to use. SeePart C:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 397.
Four-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case
fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you
hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate
a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
A. Fill Plug
B. Drain Plug
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Tires (cont.)
Wheel Loading......................................... 323
Wheel Replacement................................. 328
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 324
Tow Hooks.................................................. 237
Towing
Your Vehicle............................................. 241
Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 216
Trailer
Connections............................................. 243
Trailer Brake Hand Control Valve................ 214
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 282
Fluid, Manual........................................... 283
Service Warning Light.............................. 168
Temperature Gage................................... 178
Transmission Operation, Automatic.............. 115
Transmission Operation, Manual.................. 116
Trip Odometer............................................. 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 144
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 143
Two-Speed Rear Axle Electric Shift Control . 113U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 201
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 210
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 238
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders................................................ 409
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).......................................... 340
Service Parts Identification Label.............. 340
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 160
Visors........................................................... 95
Voltmeter Gage........................................... 168
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