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longer displays, the vehicle can be
driven. Continue to drive the vehicle
slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a
safe vehicle distance from the
vehicle in front. If the warning does
not come back on, continue to drive
normally and have the cooling
system checked for proper fill and
function.
If the warning continues, pull over,
stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
If there is still no sign of steam and
the vehicle is equipped with an
engine driven cooling fan, push
down the accelerator until the
engine speed is about twice as fast
as normal idle speed for at least
five minutes while the vehicle is
parked. If the warning is still there,
turn off the engine and get everyone
out of the vehicle until it cools down.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the
engine for five minutes while
parked. If the warning is still
displayed, turn off the engine until it
cools down.Engine Fan
If the vehicle has electric cooling
fans, the fans may be heard
spinning at low speed during most
everyday driving. The fans may turn
off if no cooling is required. Under
heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing,
high outside temperatures,
or operation of the air conditioning
system, the fans may change to
high speed and an increase in fan
noise may be heard. This is normal
and indicates that the cooling
system is functioning properly. The
fans will change to low speed when
additional cooling is no longer
required.
The electric engine cooling fans
may run after the engine has been
turned. off. This is normal and no
service is required.
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid needs
to be added, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before
use. Use a fluid that has sufficientprotection against freezing in an
area where the temperature may fall
below freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
The vehicle has a low washer fluid
message on the DIC that comes on
when the washer fluid is low. The
message is displayed for
15 seconds at the start of each
ignition cycle. When the WASHER
FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message
displays, washer fluid will need to
be added to the windshield washer
fluid reservoir.
Open the cap with the washer
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the tank is full. See
Engine
Compartment Overview 0288 for
reservoir location.

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Caution
.Do not use washer fluid that
contains any type of water
repellent coating. This can
cause the wiper blades to
chatter or skip.
. Do not use engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the
windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield
washer system and paint.
. Do not mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the
washer system.
. When using concentrated
washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer instructions for
adding water.
. Fill the washer fluid tank
only three-quarters full when
it is very cold. This allows
for fluid expansion if
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freezing occurs, which could
damage the tank if it is
completely full.
Brakes
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or can
be heard all the time when the
vehicle is moving, except when
applying the brake pedal firmly.
{Warning
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will
not work well. That could lead to
a crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.
Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0391.
Brake pads should be replaced as
complete sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal
does not return to normal height,
or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.

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Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants0386.
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based,
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
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your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
correct product usage, necessary
safety precautions, and
appropriate disposal of any
vehicle care product.
Caution
Avoid using high-pressure
washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
to the surface of the vehicle. Use
of power washers exceeding
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
in damage or removal of paint
and decals.
Caution
Do not power wash any
component under the hood that
has this
esymbol.
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This could cause damage that
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.
If using an automatic car wash,
follow the car wash instructions. The
windshield wiper and rear window
wiper, if equipped, must be off.
Remove any accessories that may
be damaged or interfere with the car
wash equipment.
Rinse the vehicle well, before
washing and after, to remove all
cleaning agents completely. If they
are allowed to dry on the surface,
they could stain.
Dry the finish with a soft, clean
chamois or an all-cotton towel to
avoid surface scratches and water
spotting.

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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/
Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and
Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
to clean exterior lamps, lenses,
emblems, decals, and stripes.
Follow instructions under "Washing
the Vehicle" previously in this
section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic,
and some have a UV protective
coating. Do not clean or wipe them
when dry.
Do not use any of the following on
lamp covers:
.Abrasive or caustic agents.
. Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations
than suggested by the
manufacturer.
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels,
or other harsh cleaners.
. Ice scrapers or other hard items. .
Aftermarket appearance caps or
covers while the lamps are
illuminated, due to excessive
heat generated.
Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly
can cause damage to the lamp
cover that would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Using wax on low gloss black
finish stripes can increase the
gloss level and create a
non-uniform finish. Clean low
gloss stripes with soap and
water only.
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes,
between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield
with glass cleaner.
Clean rubber blades using a lint-free
cloth or paper towel soaked with
windshield washer fluid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and
a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper
streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are
worn or damaged. Damage can be
caused by extreme dusty
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun,
snow, and ice.
Weatherstrips
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on
weatherstrips to make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at
least once a year. Hot, dry climates
may require more frequent
application. Black marks from
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frequent checks and services. The
Additional Required Services -
Normal are for vehicles that:
.Carry passengers and cargo
within recommended limits on
the Tire and Loading Information
label. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 213.
. Are driven on reasonable road
surfaces within legal driving
limits.
. Use the recommended fuel. See
Fuel 0265.
Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Normal chart.
The Additional Required Services -
Severe are for vehicles that are:
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic
in hot weather.
. Mainly driven in hilly or
mountainous terrain.
. Frequently towing a trailer.
. Used for high speed or
competitive driving. .
Used for taxi, police, or delivery
service.
Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Severe chart.
{Warning
Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause
serious injury. Perform
maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools,
and equipment are available.
If they are not, see your dealer to
have a trained technician do the
work. See Doing Your Own
Service Work 0286.
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.
Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0291.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure
0 334.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0340.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 304.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message displays, have the
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
under the best conditions, the
engine oil life system may not
indicate the need for vehicle service
for up to a year. The engine oil and
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a year and the oil life system must
be reset. Your trained dealer
technician can perform this work.
If the engine oil life system is reset
accidentally, service the vehicle
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the
last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed.
SeeEngine Oil Life System 0293.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0340.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0291 and
Engine Oil Life System 0293. .
Check engine coolant level. See
Engine Coolant 0300.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0304.
. Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0366. Replace worn or
damaged wiper blades. See
Wiper Blade Replacement
0 312.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0334.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0340.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 298.
. Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0366. .
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear
at least once a year. See
Exterior Care 0366. Lubricate
the suspension and steering
components at least every other
oil change (if equipped with
grease fittings).
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 085.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
. Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0366.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0310.

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Additional
Maintenance and Care
Your vehicle is an important
investment and caring for it properly
may help to avoid future costly
repairs. To maintain vehicle
performance, additional
maintenance services may be
required.
It is recommended that your dealer
perform these services—their
trained dealer technicians know
your vehicle best. Your dealer can
also perform a thorough
assessment with a multi-point
inspection to recommend when your
vehicle may need attention.
The following list is intended to
explain the services and conditions
to look for that may indicate
services are required. Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power
to start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.
To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
. Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
. Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary. Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
.
Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0386 for GM approved
fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.

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UsageFluid/Lubricant
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Power Assist Steps, and Outer
Liftgate Handle Pivot Points Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in
Canada 19300458).
Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) DEXRON
®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).
Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. 12371287, in Canada 10953437).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C
Oil Filter 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8 19330000 PF63E
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23281440 CF188

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FluidAutomatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 294, 297
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Four-Wheel Drive Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 259
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 235, 307
Four-Wheel-Drive Light . . . . . . . . . 148
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Front Seats
Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . 69
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Fuel (cont'd)
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 151
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . . 227
Requirements, California . . . . . 266
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321, 324
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 179Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Gauges Engine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 139
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Transmission Temperature . . . . 141
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Gauges (cont'd)
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . 375
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Glass Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397
H
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 186
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 152
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 184
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 152

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Lights (cont'd)Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning . . . . . . . 150
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 151
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Four-Wheel-Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 184
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 142
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
StabiliTrak
®OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
®. . . . . . . . . . 149
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Locks (cont'd)
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 151
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
M
Magnetic Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . 243
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 376 Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 145
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Messages Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Battery Voltage andCharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Messages (cont'd)
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 162
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Object Detection System . . . . . 164
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 166
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Steering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Mirror Child-View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Automatic DimmingRearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Blind Spot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54