climate control GMC ENVOY XL 2004 User Guide

Outside Air Temperature Display
A new outside temperature reading will be displayed if
the vehicle has been off for more than three hours. If the
vehicle has been off for less than three hours, the old
temperature reading may be displayed because
underhood heat is affecting the true outside temperature.
Since underhood heat can also affect the outside
temperature while the engine is running, it may take
several minutes of driving before the display updates to
the actual outside temperature.
OFF:Press this button to turn off the entire climate
control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and
will be directed to the oor. Press the AUTO button,
the mode button, the fan arrows, or either temperature
knob to turn the system on.
MODE:Press this button to manually select the air
delivery mode to the oor, instrument panel, or
windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected
mode until the mode button is pressed again or the
AUTO button is pressed.Driver’s Side Temperature Knob:Turn this knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower
the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
The display will show the temperature setting decreasing
or increasing and the word DRIVER will appear on
the display. This knob can also adjust the passenger’s
side temperature setting simultaneously if the two
zones are linked. The words DRIVER and PASS will
then appear on the display.
Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob:Turn this knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or
lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle. The display will show the temperature
setting decreasing or increasing and the word PASS will
appear on the display. The passenger’s temperature
setting can be set to match and link to the driver’s
temperature setting by pressing and holding the AUTO
button for three seconds. Now, by adjusting the
driver’s side temperature setting, the passenger’s side
temperature setting will follow and both DRIVER
and PASS will appear on the display. The passenger’s
side temperature setting also resets and relinks to
the driver’s side temperature setting if the vehicle has
been off for more than two hours.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity
(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This
can be minimized if the climate control system is
used properly. You can use either defog or front defrost
to clear fog or frost from your windshield.
-(Defog):Use this setting to clear the windows of
fog or moisture. This setting will deliver air to the
oor and windshield outlets.
0(Front Defrost):Press the front defrost button
to clear the windshield and side windows of frost or
fog quickly. The system will automatically control the
fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode.
If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer,
your air conditioning compressor will automatically
run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear):Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or off.
An indicator light in the button will come on to let you
know that the rear window defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off approximately
10 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need
additional warming time, press the button again.
Notice:Using a razor blade or sharp object to
clear the inside rear window may damage the rear
window defogger. Repairs would not be covered
by your warranty. Do not clear the inside of the rear
window with sharp objects.
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Rear Climate Control System
Your Envoy has one of the following rear climate control
systems. With any of these systems, the rear climate
controls will be disabled when the front climate control
system is in defrost. This occurs to provide maximum
airow to clear the windshield.
The temperature of the air coming through the rear
outlets is determined by the front passenger’s
temperature setting. Press the PWR button to turn the
rear climate controls on and off. Use the mode knob
to change the direction of airow (upper, bi-level or oor)
to the rear seat area.If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system, the lower
buttons are used to adjust the rear seat climate controls.
The temperature of the air coming through the rear
outlets is determined by the front passenger’s
temperature setting.
If the front climate control is on and not in defrost mode,
the rear climate control can be enabled by pressing
the lower power button (center button) on the control
face. If the front is off or is in defrost mode, the
rear climate control will ash “OFF” if the power button
is pressed, indicating the function is unavailable at
this point.
The fan speed is controlled by the fan speed toggle
button. The mode button, on the right, controls where
the air is vented.
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Turn the knobs on the control panel to choose a fan
speed, temperature and direction of airow.
Selecting panel mode will deliver air to the four headliner
outlets. Selecting bi-level mode will deliver warmer
air to the third seat oor outlet and cooler air to
the headliner outlets. Selecting oor mode will deliver
air to the oor outlet located in the third seat area.Press the buttons at the bottom of the audio control
panel to adjust the fan speed, mode and temperature for
the rear passengers. The selections will be shown on
the display.
Press the rear fan control button with the arrow pointing
right to turn the rear climate control on. Toggle this button
to adjust the air ow speed. To turn the rear system off,
toggle the left arrow until the display turns off. Envoy XL
Envoy XL
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Outlet Adjustment
Your vehicle may have rear seat outlets that can be
used to adjust the airow toward either seating area,
the oor or upward. Move the control in the center
of each outlet in any direction to direct airow.
Climate Controls Personalization
If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information
Center (DIC), you can store and recall the climate
control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and
fan speed for two different drivers. The personal
choice settings recalled are determined by the
transmitter used to enter the vehicle. After the button
with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry
transmitter is pressed, the climate control will adjust to
the last settings of the identied driver. The settings
can also be changed by pressing one of the memory
buttons (1 or 2) located on the driver’s door. When
adjustments are made, the new settings are
automatically saved for the driver.
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Driving with a Trailer
{CAUTION:
If you have a rear-most window open and
you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon
monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle.
You can not see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness or death. SeeEngine
Exhaust on page 2-34. To maximize your
safety when towing a trailer:
Have your exhaust system inspected for
leaks, and make necessary repairs before
starting on your trip.
Keep the rear-most windows closed.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)

If exhaust does come into your vehicle
through a window in the rear or another
opening, drive with your front, main
heating or cooling system on and with the
fan on any speed. This will bring fresh,
outside air into your vehicle. Do not use
the climate control setting for maximum
air because it only recirculates the air
inside your vehicle. SeeDual Climate
Control System on page 3-22.
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the
tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum
section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by
treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
(This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.)
The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most
passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading
system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires,
tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches
(25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors passenger
cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these
grades, they must also conform to federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specied government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and
a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as
a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart signicantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,
B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specied government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance. Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking
traction tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Fuses Usage
01 Right Door Control Module
02 Left Door Control Module
03 Liftgate Module 2
04 Truck Body Controller 3
05 Rear Fog Lamps
06 Blank
07 Truck Body Controller 2
08 Power Seats
09 Rear Wiper
10 Driver Door Module
11 Amplier
12 Passenger Door Module
13 Rear Climate Controls
14 Left Rear Parking Lamps
15 Blank
16Vehicle Center High-Mounted
Stop LampFuses Usage
17 Right Rear Parking Lamps
18 Locks
19Liftgate Module/Driver Seat
Module
20 Sunroof
21 Lock
23 Blank
24 Unlock
25 Blank
26 Blank
27 OH Battery/OnStar
®System
29 Rainsense™ Wipers
30 Parking Lamps
31 Truck Body Controller Accessory
32 Truck Body Controller 5
33 Front Wipers
34 Vehicle Stop
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Fuses Usage
01 Right Door Control Module
02 Left Door Control Module
03 Liftgate Module 2
04 Truck Body Controller 3
05 Rear Fog Lamps
06 Blank
07 Truck Body Controller 2
08 Power Seats
09 Rear Wiper
10 Driver Door Module
11 Amplier
12 Passenger Door Module
13 Rear Climate Controls
14 Left Rear Parking Lamps
15 Blank
16Vehicle Center High-Mounted
Stop Lamp
17 Right Rear Parking Lamps
Envoy XL
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Cassette Tape Messages.................................3-88
CD Adapter Kits.............................................3-88
CD Messages...............................3-76, 3-91, 3-105
Chains, Tires..................................................5-71
Charging System Light....................................3-39
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-43
Gages Warning Light...................................3-49
CHECK WASHER FLUID.................................3-62
Checking Brake Fluid......................................5-40
Checking Coolant............................................5-26
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-16
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-94
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-33
Infants and Young Children...........................1-29
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-40
Older Children.............................................1-27
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position...............................1-43
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center
Seat Position...........................................1-45
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-46Child Restraints (cont.)
Top Strap...................................................1-37
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-39
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-36
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-122
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-21
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-88
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-91
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-94
Weatherstrips..............................................5-91
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels..............................5-93
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-91
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-88
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-90
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-90
Cleaning Leather............................................5-90
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-90
Cleaning the Video Screen.............................3-117
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and
Wiper Blades..............................................5-92
Cleaning Tires................................................5-93
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-90
Climate Control System
Climate Controls Personalization....................3-34
Dual..........................................................3-22
Dual Automatic............................................3-25
Rear..........................................................3-31
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