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Vehicle Care 369
7. Remove any rust or dirt fromthe wheel bolts, mounting
surfaces, and spare wheel.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause a crash. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.
8. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the
nuts toward the wheel after
mounting the spare tire.
{Warning
Never use oil or grease on bolts
or nuts because the nuts might
come loose. The vehicle's wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
9. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel
wrench to tighten the nuts until
the wheel is held against
the hub.
10. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the
vehicle. Lower the jack
completely.
11. Tighten the nuts firmly in acrisscross sequence as shown
by turning the wheel wrench
clockwise.
{Warning
Wheel nuts that are improperly or
incorrectly tightened can cause
the wheels to become loose or
come off. The wheel nuts should
be tightened with a torque wrench
to the proper torque specification
after replacing. Follow the torque
specification supplied by the
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Warning (Continued)
aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel
nuts. SeeCapacities and
Specifications 0409 for original
equipment wheel nut torque
specifications.
Caution
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel nuts in the proper
sequence and to the proper
torque specification. See
Capacities and Specifications
0 409 for the wheel nut torque
specification.
When reinstalling the regular wheel
and tire, also reinstall either the
center cap or the bolt-on hub cap,
depending on which one the
vehicle has. .
For center caps, line up the tab
on the center cap with the slot in
the wheel. The cap only goes in
one way. Place the cap on the
wheel and press until it snaps
into place.
. For bolt-on hub caps, line up the
plastic nut caps with the wheel
nuts and tighten clockwise by
hand to get them started. Then
tighten with the wheel wrench
until snug.Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
{Warning
Failure to follow these tire storage
instructions carefully could result
in personal injury or property
damage if the hoist cable fails or
if the tire comes loose. Make sure
the tire is stored securely before
driving.
Caution
Storing an aluminum wheel with a
flat tire under your vehicle for an
extended period of time or with
the valve stem pointing up can
damage the wheel. Always stow
the wheel with the valve stem
pointing down and have the
wheel/tire repaired as soon as
possible.

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Vehicle Care 371
Caution
The tire hoist can be damaged if
there is no tension on the cable
when using it. To have the
necessary tension, the spare or
road tire and wheel assembly
must be installed on the tire hoist
to use it.
{Warning
An improperly stored spare tire
could come loose and cause a
crash. To avoid personal injury or
property damage, always store
the spare tire when the vehicle is
parked on a level surface.Store the tire under the rear of the
vehicle in the spare tire carrier.
Refer to the following graphics and
instructions:
1. Hoist Assembly
2. Hoist Shaft
3. Hoist Shaft Access
Cover/Hole
4. Jack Handle Extensions
5. Wheel Wrench
6. Spare Tire Lock
7. Hoist End of Extension Tool
8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole
9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer
11. Hoist Cable
1. Put the tire (9) on the ground at
the rear of the vehicle with the
valve stem pointed down, and
to the rear.
2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer
from the guide pin. Pull the pin
through the center of the
wheel. Tilt the retainer down
through the center wheel
opening.
Make sure the retainer is fully
seated across the underside of
the wheel.

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372 Vehicle Care
3. Assemble the two jack handleextensions (4) and wheel
wrench (5).
Caution
Use of an air wrench or other
power tools with the hoist
mechanism is not recommended
and could damage the system.
Use only the tools supplied with
the hoist mechanism.
4. Insert the open end of theextension (7) through the hole
in the rear bumper (8) (hoist
shaft access hole).
5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is
seated in the wheel opening.
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by
turning the wheel wrench
clockwise until you hear two
clicks or feel it skip twice. The
cable cannot be overtightened.7. Make sure the tire is storedsecurely. Push, pull, and then
try to turn the tire. If the tire
moves, use the wheel wrench
to tighten the cable.
Repeat this tightness check
procedure when checking the
spare tire pressure according
to the scheduled maintenance
information or any time the
spare tire is handled due to
service of other components.

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Vehicle Care 373
Correctly Stored
Incorrectly Stored
8. Reinstall the spare tire lock. 9. Reinstall the hoist shaft access
cover.
If equipped, reinstall the hitch
cover and turn the retainers
clockwise.
To store the tools:
1. Return the tools (wheel wrench, jack handle, and jack
handle extensions) to the
tool bag.
2. Assemble the wheel blocks and jack together with the
wing nut.
3. Position the jack and wheel blocks in the driver side trim
panel over the wheelhouse.
4. Turn the jack knob clockwise until the jack is secured tight in
the mounting bracket. Be sure
to position the holes in the
base of the jack onto the pin in
the mounting bracket.
5. Use the retaining bracket to fasten the tool bag on the stud
and turn the wing nut clockwise
to secure.
6. Close the trim panel door.
Full-Size Spare Tire
If this vehicle came with a full-size
spare tire, it was fully inflated when
new, however, it can lose air over
time. Check the inflation pressure
regularly.
See Tire Pressure 0348 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0212. For
instructions on how to remove,
install, or store a spare tire, see Tire
Changing 0363.
If equipped with a temporary use
full-size spare tire, it is indicated on
the tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall
Labeling 0343. This spare tire
should not be driven on over
112 km/h (70 mph), or 88 km/h
(55 mph) when pulling a trailer, at
the proper inflation pressure. Repair
and replace the road tire as soon as
it is convenient, and stow the spare
tire for future use.

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Caution
If the vehicle has four-wheel drive
and a different size spare tire is
installed, do not drive in
four-wheel drive until the flat tire
is repaired and/or replaced. The
vehicle could be damaged and
the repairs would not be covered
by the warranty. Never use
four-wheel drive when a different
size spare tire is installed on the
vehicle.
The vehicle may have a different
size spare tire than the road tires
originally installed on the vehicle.
This spare tire was developed for
use on this vehicle, so it is all right
to drive on it. If the vehicle has
four-wheel drive and a different size
spare tire is installed, drive only in
two-wheel drive. After installing the spare tire on the
vehicle, stop as soon as possible
and check that the spare tire is
correctly inflated.
Have the damaged or flat road tire
repaired or replaced and installed
back onto the vehicle as soon as
possible so the spare tire will be
available in case it is needed again.
Do not mix tires and wheels of
different sizes, because they will not
fit. Keep your spare tire and its
wheel together. If the vehicle has a
spare tire that does not match the
original road tires and wheels in size
and type, do not include the spare in
the tire rotation.
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North
America
For more information about the
vehicle battery, see
Battery - North
America 0318.
If the vehicle's battery has run
down, you may want to use another
vehicle and some jumper cables to
start your vehicle. Be sure to use
the following steps to do it safely.
{Warning
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
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Service and Maintenance 395
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0302.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures, including the spare.
See Tire Pressure 0348.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0354.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 315.
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 filter must be changed at least once
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.
See
Engine Oil Life System 0304.
Power Take Off (PTO) and
Extended Idle Use
When the vehicle is used with the
PTO equipment or used in a way
that requires extended idle time,
one hour of use shall be deemed
the same as 53 km (33 mi). See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0161 for hourmeter.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years.
This service requires replacement of
the desiccant to help the longevity
and efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service
can be complex. See your dealer.
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 0355.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0302 and
Engine Oil Life System 0304.
. Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0310.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0315.
. Check tire inflation pressures,
including the spare. See Tire
Pressure 0348.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0354.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 309.

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.Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0383.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damage,
including cracks or tears in the
rubber boots, loose or missing
parts, or signs of wear at least
once a year. See Exterior Care
0 383. Lubricate the suspension
and steering components at
least every other oil change (if
equipped with grease fittings).
. Inspect power steering for
proper attachment, connections,
binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
. Visually inspect halfshafts and
drive shafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or
universal joint looseness,
cracked or missing boots, loose
or missing boot clamps, center
bearing excessive looseness,
loose or missing fasteners, and
axle seal leaks. .
Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 090.
. 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 0383.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0321.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check
0322.
. Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check 0322.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check
0 322. .
Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. If the hold
open is low, service the gas
strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0324.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof063.
. Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See Tire Changing
0 363.
. Visually inspect the spare tire to
ensure that it is tightly stowed
under the vehicle. Push, pull,
and try to turn the tire. If the
spare tire moves, tighten as
necessary. Verify that the wheel
retainer plate compression
spring is fully compressed. See
Tire Changing 0363.

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.Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar.
For security reasons, the driver
must present identification
before this service is given.
. Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest GMC dealer for warranty
service, or if the vehicle was in a
crash and cannot be driven.
Assistance is not given when the
vehicle is stuck in the sand,
mud, or snow.
. Flat Tire Change: Service to
change a flat tire with the spare
tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and
properly inflated. It is the owner's
responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not
covered by the warranty.
. Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty event, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed within the
Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are reasonable
and customary hotel, meals,
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 500 miles.
Services Not Included in
Roadside Assistance
.
Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws
. Legal fines
. Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices
Service is not provided if a vehicle
is in an area that is not accessible
to the service vehicle or is not a
regularly traveled or maintained
public road, which includes ice and
winter roads. Off-road use is not
covered.
Services Specific to
Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
is up to 7 L. Diesel fuel delivery
may be restricted. Propane and
other fuels are not provided
through this service.
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: Must be over
150 km from where your trip was
started to qualify.
Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
received, the Roadside
Assistance advisor will help to
make arrangements and explain
how to receive payment.
. Alternative Service: If
assistance cannot be provided
right away, the Roadside
Assistance advisor may give
permission to get local
emergency road service. You will
receive payment, up to $100,

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Index 441
FluidAutomatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 305, 308
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Four-Wheel Drive Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 262
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 234, 318
Four-Wheel-Drive Light . . . . . . . . . 156
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Front Seats
Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . 72
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Fuel (cont'd)
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 159
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . . 226
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 373
Fuses
Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 329
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334, 337
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 177Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Gauges Engine Coolant
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 147
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Gauges (cont'd)
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Transmission Temperature . . . . 149
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 393
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Glass Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415
H
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 185
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184