service CHEVROLET KODIAK 2008 Owners Manual

Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
(Isuzu 7.8L L6 Engine)
Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated
computers that record information about the vehicle’s
performance and how it is driven. For example,
your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and
control engine and transmission performance, to monitor
the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy
airbags in a crash and, if so equipped, to provide
antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle.
These modules may store data to help your
dealer/retailer technician service your vehicle. Some
modules may also store data about how you operate the
vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption or average
speed. These modules may also retain the owner’s
personal preferences, such as radio pre-sets, seat
positions, and temperature settings.
Event Data Recorders
(Isuzu 7.8L L6 Engine)
This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The
main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment
or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The
EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle
is designed to record such data as:
•How various systems in your vehicle were operating
•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened
•How far, if at all, the driver was pressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal
•How fast the vehicle was traveling
This data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
Important:EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only
if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is
recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions
and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age,
and crash location) is recorded. However, other parties,
such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR
data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
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To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is
required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special
equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
GM will not access this data or share it with others
except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the
vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in
response to an official request of police or similar
government office; as part of GM’s defense of litigation
through the discovery process; or, as required by
law. Data that GM collects or receives may also be used
for GM research needs or may be made available to
others for research purposes, where a need is shown
and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner.
OnStar®(Isuzu 7.8L L6 Engine)
If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the
OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and
Conditions for information on data collection and use.
Navigation System
(Isuzu 7.8L L6 Engine)
If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the
system may result in the storage of destinations,
addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip
information. Refer to the navigation system operating
manual for information on stored data and for deletion
instructions.
Radio Frequency Identication
(RFID) (Isuzu 7.8L L6 Engine)
RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions
such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system
security, as well as in connection with conveniences
such as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and
starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use
or record personal information or link with any other
GM system containing personal information.
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Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-98
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-97
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-95
Finish Care.................................................5-97
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-96
Interior.......................................................5-94
Tires..........................................................5-99
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-100
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-97
Weatherstrips..............................................5-96
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-98
Climate Control System...................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-23
Rear Heating System...................................3-24
Clock, Setting.................................................3-48
Collision Damage Repair................................... 7-6
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-3
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-35
Heater, Engine............................................2-25
Low Warning Light.......................................3-35
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-47
Cooling System..............................................5-50
Cruise Control................................................3-10
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-3
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors...... 7-9
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government.............................................. 7-9
Reporting Safety Defects to the United
States Government.................................... 7-9
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-5
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-10
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Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light.............3-41
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Diesel
Running Out of Fuel....................................2-50
Diesel Engine.................................................2-26
Engine Alarm and Automatic Shutdown...........2-18
Exhaust Restrictor.......................................2-22
Fuel............................................................ 5-9
High Idle System.........................................2-20
Starting......................................................2-14
Diesel Particulate Filter....................................2-46
Diesel Particulate Filter Warning Light................3-45
Differential Lock Control, Rear Axle..................... 4-7
Differential Lock Indicator Light.........................3-40
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-6
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Dome Lamps.................................................3-16
Door
Locks.......................................................... 2-6
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-7
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-13
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-3
Highway Hypnosis.......................................4-15
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-15
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-14
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-20
Tow Hooks.................................................4-20
Winter........................................................4-16
Dual Tire Operation.........................................5-84
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EDR .............................................................7-11
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-102
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-103
Fusible Links.............................................5-103
Headlamp Wiring.......................................5-102
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-103
Power Windows and Other Power Options....5-103
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-106
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-102Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-39
Alarm and Automatic Shutdown.....................2-18
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-38
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-36
Checks Before Operating..............................2-23
Coolant......................................................5-44
Coolant Heater............................................2-25
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-35
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake........................2-26
Drive Belt Routing......................................5-117
Exhaust.....................................................2-45
Exhaust Restrictor.......................................2-22
Fan Breakage............................................... 5-6
Fan Noise..................................................5-54
High Idle System.........................................2-20
Oil ....................................5-23, 5-24, 5-28, 5-32
Oil Life System...........................5-36, 5-37, 5-39
Overheating................................................5-48
Reduced Power Light...................................3-41
Shutdown Warning Light...............................3-39
Speed Limiter.............................................3-27
Starter Over-Crank Protection........................2-12
Starting Diesel............................................2-14
Starting the Gasoline...................................2-12
Engine Overspeed Warning Light......................3-39
Entry Lighting.................................................3-17
Event Data Recorders.....................................7-11
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Lamps
Dome........................................................3-16
Marker.......................................................3-16
Reading.....................................................3-17
Lap Belt........................................................1-27
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-24
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-40
Light
Airbag Off..................................................3-29
Airbag Readiness........................................3-28
Antilock Brake System Warning.....................3-34
Brake System Warning.................................3-32
Change Engine Oil......................................3-38
Change Fuel Filter Warning..........................3-44
Charging System.........................................3-30
Check Gages Warning.................................3-42
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator..................3-41
Diesel Particulate Filter Warning....................3-45
Differential Lock Indicator..............................3-40
Engine Overspeed Warning...........................3-39
Engine Shutdown Warning............................3-39
Exhaust Brake Indicator................................3-40
Highbeam On.............................................3-41Light (cont.)
Low Coolant Warning...................................3-35
Low Oil Level.............................................3-38
Low Washer Fluid Warning...........................3-42
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-36
Power Take-Off...........................................3-42
Range Inhibit Warning Indicator.....................3-32
Reduced Engine Power................................3-41
Safety Belt Reminders..................................3-27
Service Transmission Warning.......................3-31
Trailer Antilock Brake System Warning............3-34
Wait to Start Indicator..................................3-36
Water in Fuel Warning.................................3-44
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-17
Lights
Exterior Lamps............................................3-14
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-15
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-21
Locks
Door........................................................... 2-6
Power Door.................................................. 2-7
Loss of Control...............................................4-12
Low Coolant Warning Light..............................3-35
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.......................3-42
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Maintenance, Replacement Parts.....................5-115
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-25
At Least Once a Year..................................6-29
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-26
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-2
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-3
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.............6-25
Part C - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-30
Part D - Maintenance Record........................6-32
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements............... 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-36
Manual Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-43
Operation...................................................2-30
Manual, Using..................................................... ii
Manual Windows.............................................. 2-8
Marker Lamps................................................3-16
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-51
Outside Convex Mirrors................................2-52
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-52Mirrors (cont.)
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-51
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-51
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Navigation System, Privacy..............................7-12
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-10
Noise Control System, Tampering......................5-75
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Odometer......................................................3-26
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-26
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-11
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-38
Engine...............................5-23, 5-24, 5-28, 5-32
Low Oil Level Light......................................3-38
Pressure Gage............................................3-37
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............5-36, 5-37, 5-39
Older Children, Restraints................................1-28
OnStar, Privacy..............................................7-12
Other Service Items
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs.......5-81
Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator.........5-79
Secondary Fuel Filter and Water
Separator/Heater......................................5-80
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
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Outlet Adjustment............................................3-23
Outlets
Accessory Power.........................................3-19
Outside
Convex Mirrors............................................2-52
Heated Mirrors............................................2-52
Manual Mirrors............................................2-51
Power Mirrors.............................................2-51
Overspeed Warning Light.................................3-39
P
Paint, Damage...............................................5-99
Park Brake............................................2-38, 2-41
Parking.........................................................2-37
Brake Burnish Procedure..............................2-43
Over Things That Burn.................................2-44
Two-Speed Rear Axle..................................2-27
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services............ 6-3
Part B - Owner Checks and Services................6-25
Part C - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....6-30
Part D - Maintenance Record...........................6-32
Passing.........................................................4-11
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California...... 5-5
Power
Door Locks.................................................. 2-7
Electrical System.......................................5-103
Reduced Engine Light..................................3-41Power (cont.)
Steering Fluid.............................................5-54
Windows...................................................... 2-9
Power Take-Off Light.......................................3-42
Power Take-Off (PTO).....................................2-32
Privacy..........................................................7-11
Event Data Recorders..................................7-11
Navigation System.......................................7-12
OnStar.......................................................7-12
Radio Frequency Identification.......................7-12R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Privacy....7-12
Radios..........................................................3-47
Radio(s)........................................................3-48
Radios
Reception...................................................3-58
Setting the Clock.........................................3-48
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-57
Range Inhibit Warning Indicator........................3-32
Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Axle......................................................5-72
Differential Lock Control................................. 4-7
Shift Motor.................................................5-73
Rear Heating System......................................3-24
Rear Seat Operation.......................................1-10
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-51
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Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-41
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation..................................................... 2-4
Replacement Parts, Maintenance.....................5-115
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government................................... 7-9
General Motors............................................. 7-9
United States Government.............................. 7-9
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-60
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-61
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-20
Routing, Engine Drive Belt..............................5-117
Running Out of Fuel...............................2-50, 5-17
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Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-96
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-16
Lap Belt.....................................................1-27
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-24
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-28Safety Belts (cont.)
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-26
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-11
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements.................. 6-4
Seats
Air Suspension Seats.................................... 1-6
Bucket Seats................................................ 1-2
Rear Seat Operation....................................1-10
Split Bench Seat........................................... 1-6
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-44
Center Rear Seat Position............................1-42
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-40
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-44
Service........................................................... 5-4
Accessories and Modifications......................... 5-4
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-6
Engine Fan Breakage.................................... 5-6
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-36
Publications Ordering Information...................7-10
Transmission Warning Light..........................3-31
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-59
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-99
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Sliding Rear Windows....................................... 2-9
Snow Plow....................................................4-23
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Specifications, Capacities...............................5-109
Speedometer..................................................3-26
Split Bench Seat.............................................. 1-6
Starting Diesel Engine.....................................2-14
Starting the Gasoline Engine............................2-12
Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-7
Storage Areas................................................2-53
Center Console Storage Area........................2-53
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-19
Sun Visors...................................................... 2-9
Suspension, Air..............................................2-44
Switchbanks, Instrument Panel..........................3-18
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Tachometer....................................................3-26
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-57
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Time, Setting..................................................3-48
Tires.............................................................5-82
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning.................................................5-98
Buying New Tires........................................5-85
Cleaning....................................................5-99
Dual Tire Operation.....................................5-84
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-92
Inflation - Tire Pressure................................5-82
Tightening the Wheel Nuts............................5-86Tires (cont.)
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-86
Wheel Loading............................................5-83
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-90
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-84
Tow Hooks.....................................................4-20
Towing
Your Vehicle...............................................4-24
Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Trailer
Connections................................................4-26
Trailer Brake Hand Control Valve........................ 4-6
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-43
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-43
Service Warning Light..................................3-31
Temperature Gage.......................................3-39
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-29
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-30
Trip Odometer................................................3-26
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
Two-Speed Rear Axle......................................2-27
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Using this Manual................................................ ii
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Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-3
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-21
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................7-11
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)............................................5-101
Service Parts Identification Label..................5-102
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-23
Visors............................................................. 2-9
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-31
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Wait to Start Indicator......................................3-36
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-24
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light......................3-42
Water
Fuel..........................................................5-12Water in Fuel Warning Light.............................3-44
What Fuel to Use............................................. 5-9
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-86
Front Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs................5-81
Loading......................................................5-83
Replacement...............................................5-90
Tightening the Wheel Nuts............................5-86
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-38
Windows......................................................... 2-8
Manual........................................................ 2-8
Power......................................................... 2-9
Sliding Rear................................................. 2-9
Windshield
Washer......................................................3-10
Washer Fluid..............................................5-55
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-76
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................5-98
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-102
Wipers......................................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-16
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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