fuel GMC SIERRA CLASSIC 2007 Owner's Manual

If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission®and
the shift lever is in the MANUAL MODE (M)
position, the DIC will display the current gear
range. The DIC will also display the gear range as
it is shifted up or down. For example, if the gear
range is currently set to 6, the DIC will display
(6)54321. When thegear range is shifted down
one time, the DIC will display 6 (5)4321. See
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 140for
more information.
3(Trip Information):Press this button to
display the odometer, trip odometers, timer, engine
hours, and selected range if your vehicle has an
Allison Transmission
®.
t(Fuel Information):Press this button to
display the current range, fuel used, average fuel
economy, and engine oil life.
4(Customization):Press this button to access
the vehicle settings menu and customize the
personal settings on your vehicle.
r(Select):Press this button to reset certain
DIC functions and set your customization settings.
Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will
acknowledge DIC messages and clear them from
the DIC display.
DIC Operation and Displays
The Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on
when the ignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC
will display the information that was last displayed
before the engine was turned off.
The DIC has different modes which can be
accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located
on the steering wheel. These buttons are trip
information, fuel information, customization, and
select. The button functions are detailed in
the following pages.
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Engine Hours:Press the trip information button
until ENGINE HOURS appears on the display.
This mode shows the total number of hours
the engine has run. Pressing and holding the reset
stem located on the instrument cluster for about
four seconds will also display the engine hour
information after the odometer is displayed when
the vehicle is off.
Selected Range:If your vehicle has an Allison
Transmission
®and the vehicle is in the MANUAL
MODE (M) position, press the trip information
button until SELECTED RANGE: M# appears on
the display. The DIC will display the current
gear range. For example, if the gear range is set
to 6, the DIC will display SELECTED RANGE: M6.
SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation on
page 140for more information.
Fuel Information Button
t
(Fuel Information):Press the fuel information
button to scroll through the range, fuel used,
average fuel economy, and the engine oil
life system.Fuel Range:Press the fuel information button
until RANGE appears on the display. This
mode shows the remaining distance you can drive
without refueling. It is based on fuel economy
and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The display
will show LOW if the fuel level is low.
The fuel economy data used to determine fuel
range is an average of recent driving conditions.
As your driving conditions change, this data is
gradually updated. Fuel range cannot be reset.
Fuel Used:Press the fuel information button until
FUEL USED appears on the display. This mode
shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used
since the last reset of this menu item. To reset
the fuel used information, press and hold the select
button for one second while FUEL USED is
displayed.
Average Fuel Economy:Press the fuel
information button until AVG ECON appears on
the display. This mode shows how many miles per
gallon (MPG) or liters per 100 kilometers
(L/100 km) your vehicle is getting based on
current and past driving conditions.
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Press and hold the select button for one second
while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the average
fuel economy. Average fuel economy will then
be calculated starting from that point. If the
average fuel economy is not reset, it will be
continually updated each time you drive.
Engine Oil Life System:Press the fuel
information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears
on the display. The engine oil life system shows
an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. It will
show 100% when the system is reset after an
oil change. It will alert you to change your oil on a
schedule consistent with your driving conditions.
Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil
change. To reset the engine oil life system, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on
page 489.
In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring
the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended
in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 486and
Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on
page 617.Customization Button
4
(Customization):Press the customization
button to access the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu
and customize the settings to your vehicle.
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 282for
more information.
Select Button
r
(Select):Press the select button to reset
certain DIC functions and set your customization
settings. For example, this button will reset
the trip odometers and enables you to scroll
through and select the language in which the DIC
information will appear.
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FUEL LEVEL LOW
If the fuel level is low, this message will appear on
the DIC and you will hear a chime. Refuel as
soon as possible. Pressing any of the four DIC
buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it
from the DIC display. If your vehicle does not
have the four DIC buttons, pressing the trip
odometer reset stem will acknowledge the
message and clear it from the DIC display. See
Low Fuel Warning Light on page 265,Fuel
Gage on page 264, andFuel on page 470.
KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW
If a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
battery is low, this message will appear on the
DIC. The battery needs to be replaced in the
transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on
page 117. Pressing any of the four DIC buttons
will acknowledge the message and clear it from the
DIC display. If your vehicle does not have the
four DIC buttons, pressing the trip odometer reset
stem will acknowledge the message and clear
it from the DIC display.
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR (Crew Cab)
If the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed, this
message will appear on the display and you will
hear a chime. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check
the door for obstructions, and close the door
again. Check to see if the message still appears
on the DIC. Pressing any of the four DIC
buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it
from the DIC display. If your vehicle does not
have the four DIC buttons, pressing the trip
odometer reset stem will acknowledge the
message and clear it from the DIC display.
LOW COOLANT LEVEL
Notice:Engine damage from running your
engine without coolant is not covered by your
warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode” in the Index for information
on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
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SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM
On some vehicles, if there is a problem with the
battery charging system, this message will appear
on the DIC. Under certain conditions, the battery
warning light may also turn on in the instrument
panel cluster. SeeBattery Warning Light on
page 253. The battery will not be charging at an
optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability
to enter the fuel economy mode. The vehicle
is safe to drive, however you should have
the electrical system checked by your dealer.
Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will
acknowledge the message and clear it from the
DIC display. If your vehicle does not have the four
DIC buttons, pressing the trip odometer reset
stem will acknowledge the message and clear it
from the DIC display.
TIGHTEN FUEL CAP
If the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly,
this message may appear along with the check
engine light on the instrument panel. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 258. Fully
reinstall the fuel cap. SeeFilling the Tank
on page 474. The diagnostic system can determine
if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel
to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving
trips with the cap properly installed should turn the
light and message off.
TRACTION ACTIVE
When the traction control system had detected
that any of the vehicle’s wheels are slipping,
the traction control system will activate and this
message will appear on the DIC. For more
information, seeTraction Assist System (TAS) on
page 363.
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Language
To select your preference for display language,
press the select button while LANGUAGE is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button
will scroll through the following languages:
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS (French)
ESPANOL (Spanish)
Choose one of the available options and press the
customization button while it is displayed on the
DIC to select it.
If you accidentally choose a language that you do
not want or understand, press and hold the
customization button and the trip information
button at the same time. The DIC will begin
scrolling through the languages in their particular
language. English will be in English, Francais
will be in French and Espanol will be in Spanish.
When you see the language that you would
like, release both buttons. The DIC will then
display the information in the language you chose.
You can also scroll through the different languages
by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four
seconds, as long as you are in the odometer mode.
Display Units
Press the customization button until DISPLAY
UNITS appears in the display. To select English or
metric, press the select button while DISPLAY
UNITS is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select
button will scroll through the following choices:
DISPLAY UNITS: ENGLISH
DISPLAY UNITS: METRIC
If you choose English, all information will be
displayed in English units. For example, distance
in miles and fuel economy in miles per gallon.
If you choose metric, all information will be
displayed in metric units. For example, distance in
kilometers and fuel economy in liters per
100 kilometers.
Choose one of the available options and press the
customization button while it is displayed on the
DIC to select it and end out of the customizable
options.
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To reinstall the lower air dam, do the following:
1. Line up each
push-pin with its
intended retainer
and push the washer
portion of the
push-pin toward the
retainer until it
locks into place.
2. Push the at end of
the push-pin toward
the retainer until
it locks into place,
making sure each
is secure.Before You Go Off-Roading
There are some things to do before you go out.
For example, be sure to have all necessary
maintenance and service work done. Check to
make sure all underbody shields, if the vehicle has
them, are properly attached. Be sure you read
all the information about your four-wheel-drive
vehicle in this manual. Is there enough fuel? Is the
spare tire fully inated? Are the uid levels up
where they should be? What are the local
laws that apply to off-roading where you will be
driving? If you do not know, you should check with
law enforcement people in the area. Will you be
on someone’s private land? If so, be sure to
get the necessary permission.
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After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected
on the underbody, chassis, or under the hood.
These accumulations can be a re hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have the brake
linings cleaned and checked. These substances
can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the
body structure, steering, suspension, wheels,
tires, and exhaust system for damage. Also, check
the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage.
Your vehicle will require more frequent service
due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance
Schedule for additional information.
Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to
be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night
vision problems, or by fatigue.
Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively.
Do not drink and drive.
Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
Since you cannot see as well, you may need
to slow down and keep more space between
you and other vehicles.
Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.
Your vehicle’s headlamps can light up only so
much road ahead.
In remote areas, watch for animals.
If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe
place and rest.
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.
But as we get older these differences increase.
A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as
much light to see the same thing at night as a
20-year-old.
What you do in the daytime can also affect your
night vision. For example, if you spend the
day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear
sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble
adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not
wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on
glare from headlamps, but they also make a
lot of things invisible.
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Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses
clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all inated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as highway
hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the
wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of
awareness, or whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch of road
with the same scenery, along with the hum of the
tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the
rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make
you sleepy. Do not let it happen to you! If it does,
your vehicle can leave the road in less than a
second, and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis?
First, be aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated,
with a comfortably cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead
and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service, or parking area and take a nap, get
some exercise, or both. For safety, treat
drowsiness on the highway as an emergency.
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You can run the engine to keep warm, but be
careful.
{CAUTION:
Snow can trap exhaust gases under your
vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon
monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could
overcome you and kill you. You cannot see
it or smell it, so you might not know it is in
your vehicle. Clear away snow from around
the base of your vehicle, especially any
that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And
check around again from time to time to
be sure snow does not collect there.
Open a window just a little on the side of
the vehicle that is away from the wind.
This will help keep CO out.
Run your engine only as long as you must.
This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it
go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the
accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat
that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
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