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Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
This light comes on briefly when theengine is started.
If the light does not come on, have itfixed so it will be ready to warn ifthere is a problem.
If the light comes on while driving,stop as soon as it is safely possibleand turn off the vehicle. Then startthe engine again to reset thesystem. If the ABS light stays on,or comes on again while driving, thevehicle needs service. A chime mayalso sound when the light comes onsteady.
If the ABS light is the only light on,the vehicle has regular brakes, butthe antilock brakes are notfunctioning.
If both the ABS and the brakesystem warning light are on, thevehicle's antilock brakes are notfunctioning and there is a problemwith the regular brakes. See yourdealer for service.
SeeBrake System Warning Light0140andBrake SystemMessages0151.
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
The four-wheel-drive light comes onwhen a vehicle with a manualtransfer case is shifted intofour-wheel drive and the front axleengages.
Some delay between the shiftingand the light coming on is normal.
SeeFour-Wheel Drive0284formore information.
Tow/Haul Mode Light
For vehicles with the Tow/HaulMode feature, this light comes onwhen the Tow/Haul Mode has beenactivated.
SeeTo w / H a u l M o d e0282.
Hill Descent Control Light
If equipped, the Hill Descent Controllight comes on when the system isready for use. When the lightflashes, the system is active.
SeeHill Descent Control(HDC)0297.

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obstructions, and close the dooragain. Check to see if the messagestill appears on the DIC.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays and a chimemay sound if the hood is not fullyclosed. Stop and turn off thevehicle, check the hood forobstructions, and close the hoodagain. Check to see if the messagestill appears on the DIC.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH
ENGINE TEMP
This message displays when theengine coolant becomes hotter thanthe normal operating temperature.SeeEngine Coolant TemperatureGauge0133.Toavoidaddedstrainon a hot engine, the air conditioningcompressor automatically turns off.When the coolant temperaturereturns to normal, the airconditioning compressor turns backon. You can continue to drive yourvehicle.
If this message continues to appear,have the system repaired by yourdealer as soon as possible to avoiddamage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATING IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays when theengine coolant temperature is toohot. Stop and allow the vehicle toidle until it cools down. SeeEngineCoolant Temperature Gauge0133.
When towing, use Tow/Haul modeto prevent damage to the engine ortransmission. SeeTo w / H a u lMode0282.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP
ENGINE
This message displays and a chimemay sound if the engine coolingsystem reaches unsafetemperatures for operation. Stopand turn off the vehicle as soon as itis safe to do so to avoid severedamage. This message clears whenthe engine has cooled to a safeoperating temperature.
Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when theengine oil needs to be changed.When you change the engine oil, besure to reset the CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message. SeeEngineOil Life System0362forinformation on how to reset themessage. SeeEngine Oil0359andMaintenance Schedule0452.
ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this messagedisplays when the engine oil levelmay be too low. Check the oil levelbefore filling to the recommendedlevel. If the oil is not low and thismessage remains on, take thevehicle to your dealer for service.SeeEngine Oil0359.
ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays when theengine oil becomes hotter than thenormal operating temperature. Stop

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(LDW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA),and Forward Collision Alert (FCA)will not operate.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
UNAVAILABLE
This message displays whenattempting to activate the LaneDeparture Warning (LDW) systemwhen it is temporarily unavailable.The LDW system does not needservice.
This message could be due to thecamera being blocked. Cleaning theoutside of the windshield behind therearview mirror may correct theissue.
LANE KEEPING ASSIST
UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when theLane Keep Assist (LKA) and LaneDeparture Warning (LDW) system istemporarily unavailable. The LKAsystem does not need service.
This message could be due to thecamera being blocked. Cleaning theoutside of the windshield behind therearview mirror may correct theissue.
PARK ASSIST OFF
This message displays when theParking Assist system has beenturned off or when there is atemporary condition causing thesystem to be disabled.
SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on aftercontinued driving, the vehicle needsservice. Do not use the Lane KeepAssist (LKA), Lane DepartureWarning (LDW), and ForwardCollision Alert (FCA) features. Takethe vehicle to your dealer.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
This message displays if there is aproblem with the Parking Assistsystem. Do not use this system tohelp you park. See your dealer forservice.
Ride Control System
Messages
SERVICE STABILITRAK
If this message displays, it meansthere may be a problem with theStabiliTrak system. If you see thismessage, try to reset the system.Stop; turn off the engine for at least15 seconds; then start the engineagain. If this message still comeson, it means there is a problem. Youshould see your dealer for service.The vehicle is safe to drive;however, you do not have thebenefit of StabiliTrak, so reduceyour speed and drive accordingly.
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when thereis a problem with the TractionControl System (TCS). When thismessage displays, the system willnot limit wheel spin. Adjust yourdriving accordingly. See your dealerfor service. SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l /Electronic Stability Control0295.

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3. Touch and hold down any ofthe preset buttons to save thecurrent radio station to thatbutton of the selectedfavorites page.
To c h a n g e a p r e s e t b u t t o n , t u n e t othe new desired radio station andtouch and hold the preset button.
Satellite Radio (Base
Radio)
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio
Service (If Equipped)
Vehicles with a SiriusXM satelliteradio tuner and a valid SiriusXMsatellite radio subscription canreceive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM satellite radio has a widevariety of programming andcommercial-free music, coast tocoast, and in digital-quality sound.Aservicefeeisrequiredtoreceivethe SiriusXM service. Seewww.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.); or seewww.siriusxm.ca or call1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
When SiriusXM is active, thechannel name and number,category name, song title, and artistdisplay on the screen.
Browsing SiriusXM Channels
(If Equipped)
To b r o w s e t h e S i r i u s X M c h a n n e l s :
1. Press the MENU knob.
2. Turn the MENU knob tohighlight SXM Channel List.
3. Turn the MENU knob tohighlight the desired SXMChannels.
Satellite Radio (Base
Radio with Touchscreen)
Vehicles with an SXM SatelliteRadio tuner and a valid SiriusXM®
Satellite Radio subscription canreceive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service (If Equipped)
SiriusXM is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a widevariety of programming andcommercial-free music, coast tocoast, and in digital-quality sound.Aservicefeeisrequiredtoreceivethe SiriusXM service. For moreinformation, contact SiriusXM atwww.siriusxm.com or1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), andwww.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079(Canada).
Listening to SiriusXM Radio (If
Equipped)
1. Press{.
2. Touch AUDIO.
3. Touch Source.
4. Touch SXM and the mostrecent listened to SiriusXMchannel will display.
To u c h0to return to the
HOME menu.

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trash or pouring it on the ground,into sewers, or into streams orbodies of water. Recycle it by takingit to a place that collects used oil.
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer systemthat indicates when to change theengine oil and filter. This is basedon a combination of factors whichinclude engine revolutions, enginetemperature, and miles driven.Based on driving conditions, themileage at which an oil change isindicated can vary considerably. Forthe oil life system to work properly,the system must be reset every timethe oil is changed.
On some vehicles, when the systemhas calculated that oil life has beendiminished, a CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message comes on toindicate that an oil change isnecessary. SeeEngine OilMessages0152.Changetheoilassoon as possible within the next1000km (600mi). It is possible that,if driving under the best conditions,
the oil life system might indicate thatan oil change is not necessary forup to a year. The engine oil andfilter must be changed at least onceayearand,atthistime,thesystemmust be reset. For vehicles withoutthe CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage, an oil change is neededwhen the OIL LIFE REMAININGpercentage is near 0%. Your dealerhas trained service people who willperform this work and reset thesystem. It is also important to checkthe oil regularly over the course ofan oil drain interval and keep it atthe proper level.
If the system is ever resetaccidentally, the oil must bechanged at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)since the last oil change.Remember to reset the oil lifesystem whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil
Life System
Reset the system whenever theengine oil is changed so that thesystem can calculate the nextengine oil change. Always reset the
engine oil life to 100% after every oilchange. It will not reset itself. Toreset the engine oil life system:
1. Display the OIL LIFEREMAINING on the DIC. If thevehicle does not have DICbuttons, the vehicle must be inP(Park)toaccessthisdisplay.SeeDriver Information Center(DIC) (Base Level)0145orDriver Information Center (DIC)(Uplevel)0147.
2. Press and holdV,orthetrip
odometer reset stem if thevehicle does not have DICbuttons, for several seconds.The oil life will changeto 100%.
The oil life system can also be resetas follows:
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUNwith the engine off.
2. Fully press the acceleratorpedal slowly three times withinfive seconds.

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3. Display the OIL LIFEREMAINING on the DIC. If thedisplay shows 100%, thesystem is reset.
If the vehicle has a CHANGEENGINE OIL SOON message and itcomes back on when the vehicle isstarted and/or the OIL LIFEREMAINING is near 0%, the engineoil life system has not been reset.Repeat the procedure.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid (6-Speed
Transmission)
When to Check and Change
Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is usually not necessary to checkthe transmission fluid level. The onlyreason for fluid loss is atransmission leak or overheatedtransmission. If a small leak issuspected, then use the followingchecking procedures to check thefluid level. However, if there is alarge leak, then it may be necessaryto have the vehicle towed to a
dealer service department and haveit repaired before driving the vehiclefurther.
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic
transmission fluid may damage
the vehicle, and the damage may
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always use the
automatic transmission fluid listed
inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants0462.
Change the fluid and filter at thescheduled maintenance intervalslisted inMaintenance Schedule0452.Besuretousethetransmission fluid listed inRecommended Fluids andLubricants0462.
How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Caution
To o m u c h o r t o o l i t t l e f l u i d c a n
damage the transmission. Too
much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on
hot engine parts or exhaust
system parts, starting a fire. Too
little fluid could cause the
transmission to overheat. Be sure
to get an accurate reading if
checking the transmission fluid.
Before checking the fluid level,prepare the vehicle:
1. Start the engine and park thevehicle on a level surface.Keep the engine running.
2. Apply the parking brake andplace the shift lever in P (Park).
3. With your foot on the brakepedal, move the shift leverthrough each gear range,pausing for about

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Overheated Engine
Protection
Operating Mode
If an overheated engine conditionexists and the ENGINE POWER ISREDUCED message displays, anoverheat protection mode whichalternates firing groups of cylindershelps to prevent engine damage. Inthis mode, a loss in power andengine performance will be noticed.This operating mode allows thevehicle to be driven to a safe placein an emergency. Driving extendeddistances and/or towing a trailer inthe overheat protection modeshould be avoided.
Caution
After driving in the overheated
engine protection operating
mode, the engine oil will be
severely degraded. Any repairs
performed before the engine is
cool may cause engine damage.
Allow the engine to cool before
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Caution (Continued)
attempting any repair. Repair the
cause of coolant loss, change the
oil, and reset the oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil0359.
Engine Fan
If the vehicle has a clutched enginecooling fan, when the clutch isengaged, the fan spins faster toprovide more air to cool the engine.In most everyday driving conditions,the fan is spinning slower and theclutch is not fully engaged. Thisimproves fuel economy and reducesfan noise. Under heavy vehicleloading, trailer towing, and/or highoutside temperatures, the fan speedincreases as the clutch more fullyengages, so an increase in fannoise may be heard. This is normaland should not be mistaken as thetransmission slipping or makingextra shifts. It is merely the coolingsystem functioning properly. The fanwill slow down when additionalcooling is not required and theclutch disengages.
This fan noise may also be heardwhen starting the engine. It will goaway as the fan clutch partiallydisengages.
If the vehicle has electric coolingfan(s), the fans may be heardspinning at low speed during mosteveryday driving. The fans may turnoff if no cooling is required. Underheavy vehicle loading, trailer towing,high outside temperatures,or operation of the air conditioningsystem, the fans may change tohigh speed and an increase in fannoise may be heard. This is normaland indicates that the coolingsystem is functioning properly. Thefans will change to low speed whenadditional cooling is no longerrequired.
The electric engine cooling fansmay run after the engine has beenturned. off. This is normal and noservice is required.

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ayearandtheoillifesystemmustbe reset. Your trained dealertechnician can perform this work.If the engine oil life system is resetaccidentally, service the vehiclewithin 5 000 km/3,000 mi since thelast service. Reset the oil lifesystem when the oil is changed.SeeEngine Oil Life System0362.
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter
The passenger compartment airfilter removes dust, pollen, andother airborne irritants from outsideair that is pulled into the vehicle.The filter should be replaced as partof routine scheduled maintenance.Inspect the passenger compartmentair filter every 36 000 km/22,500 miles or two years,whichever comes first. Replace ifnecessary. More frequentreplacement may be needed if thevehicle is driven in areas with heavytraffic, areas with poor air quality,or areas with high dust levels.
Replacement may also be needed ifthere is a reduction in air flow,excessive window fogging, or odors.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended forthe vehicle, and perform thefollowing services. SeeTireRotation0412.
.Check engine oil level and oillife percentage. If needed,change engine oil and filter, andreset oil life system. SeeEngineOil0359andEngine Oil LifeSystem0362.
.Check engine coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant0369.
.Check windshield washer fluidlevel. SeeWasher Fluid0375.
.Visually inspect windshield wiperblades for wear, cracking,or contamination. SeeExteriorCare0441.Replacewornordamaged wiper blades. SeeWiper BladeReplacement0384.
.Check tire inflation pressures.SeeTire Pressure0405.
.Inspect tire wear. SeeTireInspection0411.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect engine air cleaner filter.SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter0367.
.Inspect brake system. SeeExterior Care0441.

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Reporting Safety Defects
to General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (orTransport Canada) in a situation likethis, notify General Motors.
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
Chevrolet Motor DivisionChevrolet Customer AssistanceCenterP. O . B o x 3 3 1 7 0Detroit, MI 48232-5170
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777(English) or 1-800-263-7854(French), or write:
General Motors of CanadaCompanyCustomer Care Centre,Mail Code: CA1-163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Vehicle Data
Recording and
Privacy
The vehicle has a number ofcomputers that record informationabout the vehicle’sperformanceandhow it is driven. For example, thevehicle uses computer modules tomonitor and control engine andtransmission performance, tomonitor the conditions for airbagdeployment and deploy them in acrash, and, if equipped, to provideantilock braking to help the drivercontrol the vehicle. These modulesmay store data to help the dealertechnician service the vehicle.Some modules may also store dataabout how the vehicle is operated,such as rate of fuel consumption oraverage speed. These modules mayretain personal preferences, such asradio presets, seat positions, andtemperature settings.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with anevent data recorder (EDR). Themain purpose of an EDR is torecord, in certain crash or nearcrash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a roadobstacle, data that will assist inunderstanding how a vehicle’ssystems performed. The EDR isdesigned to record data related tovehicle dynamics and safetysystems for a short period of time,typically 30 seconds or less. TheEDR in this vehicle is designed torecord such data as:
.How various systems in yourvehicle were operating;
.Whether or not the driver andpassenger safety belts werebuckled/fastened;
.How far (if at all) the driver wasdepressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
.How fast the vehicle wastraveling.