key HUMMER H2 2007 Owner's Manual

Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transmission. Also, always
remember to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after it
has been parked for an extended period of time.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature will
allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to
work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is
turned to LOCK or until one of the doors is opened.
Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear.
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in
any other position – this is a safety feature.
To restart when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P)
only when your vehicle is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go
down as your engine gets warm. Do not
race the engine immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and transmission gently to
allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all
moving parts.
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Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled
Cranking System. This feature assists in
starting the engine and protects components. If
the ignition key is turned to the START position,
and then released when the engine begins
cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a
few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the
engine does not start and the key is held in
START for many seconds, cranking will be
stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking
motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this
system also prevents cranking if the engine is
already running. Engine cranking can be
stopped by turning the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY or LOCK position.
Notice:Cranking the engine for long periods
of time, by returning the key to the START
position immediately after cranking has ended,
can overheat and damage the cranking
motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow
the cranking motor to cool down.2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F
or−18°C), it could be ooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator
pedal all the way to the oor and holding it
there as you hold the key in START for up to
a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine
starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If
the vehicle starts briey but then stops again,
do the same thing. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine. Do not race the
engine immediately after starting it. Operate
the engine and transmission gently until the oil
warms up and lubricates all moving parts.
Notice:Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics in your vehicle. If you add
electrical parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with
your dealer. If you do not, your engine might
not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranty.
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Shifting Into Park (P)
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in
PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle will not move,
even when you are on fairly level ground,
use the steps that follow. If you are
pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 374.
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot
and set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by pressing
and holding the button on the end of the shift
lever and moving the lever forward as far
as it will go.3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you
can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in
your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle
with the engine running. Your vehicle
could move suddenly if the shift lever is
not fully in PARK (P) with the parking
brake rmly set. And, if you leave the
vehicle with the engine running, it could
overheat and even catch re. You or
others could be injured. Do not leave your
vehicle with the engine running.
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Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
with Curb View Assist
If the vehicle has this feature, the driver’s outside
mirror adjusts for the glare of the headlamps behind
you. SeeAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and Temperature Display on page 139.
The vehicle’s outside mirrors can also perform a
curb view assist mirror function. This causes
the passenger’s and/or driver’s mirror to tilt to a
preselected position when the vehicle is in
REVERSE (R). This feature may be useful in
viewing the curb when parallel parking.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R)
and a short delay has occurred, the passenger’s
and/or driver’s mirror will return to its original
position.
To change the preselected tilt position, adjust the
mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle
is in REVERSE (R). When the vehicle is shifted out
of REVERSE (R), this new position is saved in
memory as the tilt position.
This feature can be enabled/disabled through the
Driver Information Center. SeeDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 234for more information.
OnStar®System
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and
live advisors to provide you with a wide range
of safety, security, information, and convenience
services. If your airbags deploy, the system is
designed to make an automatic call to OnStar
®
Emergency advisors who can request emergency
services be sent to your location. If you lock
your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar
®at
1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to
unlock your doors. If you need roadside
assistance, press the OnStar
®button and they
can contact Roadside Service for you.
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Crossrail Channels
Notice:If you drive your vehicle through an
automatic car wash that does not have enough
clearance for any roof-mounted accessories
(such as off-road lamps or a roof basket)
on your vehicle, you can damage your vehicle.
To avoid damaging your vehicle in a car
wash, remove any roof-mounted accessories if
you can, and do not use an automatic car
wash while roof-mounted accessories are on
your vehicle. SeeWashing Your Vehicle
on page 495for more information.
The crossrails have built in channels to allow you
to attach other items designed for this system,
such as basket luggage carriers, bike racks,
ski racks, etc.To use the crossrail channels, do the following:
1. Use the included key to unlock the crossrail
end cap by turning it counterclockwise. If you
ever lose a key, your dealer will be able to
help you obtain a replacement.
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2. Pull the end cap
straight out from the
crossrail.
3. Peel back the rub strip from the crossrail.
4. Slide the accessory you are using into
the crossrail channel and secure it as
the accessory instructions direct.
5. Place the crossrail endcap back on and lock it
with the key.You will not be using the rub strip when using
crossrail accessories. When you remove any
crossrail accessory, be sure to reinstall the rub
strip. To do this, press the rub strip in place until it
seats into the channel of the crossrail.
Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle is equipped with a rear
armrest/cupholder.
To open it, pull up and then out on the tab,
located at the top center of the armrest, and pull
the armrest down.
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S. Cigarette Lighter or Accessory Power Outlet
(If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 197orAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 196.
T. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 124.
U. Accessory Power Outlets. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 196.
V. OnStar Buttons. SeeOnStar
®System on
page 144.
W. Rear Window Defogger Button. See “Rear
Window Defogger” underDual Automatic
Climate Control System on page 197.
X. Climate Control System. SeeDual Automatic
Climate Control System on page 197.
Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers warn others. They
also let police know you have a problem. Your front
and rear turn signal lamps will ash on and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is located
on top of the steering
column.
The hazard warning ashers work no matter what
ignition position the key is in, and even if the
key is not in the ignition.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press the button
again to turn the ashers off.
When the hazard warning ashers are on, your
turn signals will not work.
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2(Headlamps):Turn the control to this position
to turn on the headlamps, together with the
previously listed lamps and lights.
When the vehicle is turned off and the headlamps
are in AUTO, the headlamps may automatically
remain on for a set time. You can change
this delay time using the DIC. SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 222.
You can switch your headlamps from low to
high-beam by pushing the turn signal/multifunction
lever toward the instrument panel.
Headlamps on Reminder
If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound
when your headlamps or parking lamps are
manually turned on and your key is out of the
ignition. To turn off the chime, turn the headlamp
switch to off or AUTO and then back on, or
close and re-open the door. In the AUTO mode,
the headlamps turn off once the ignition is in LOCK
or may remain on until the headlamp delay ends
(if enabled in the DIC). See “Exit Lighting”
underDIC Vehicle Customization on page 234.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be especially
helpful in the short periods after dawn and before
sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps
are required on all vehicles rst sold in Canada.
The DRL system will come on when the following
conditions are met:
The ignition is on.
The exterior lamps control is in AUTO.
The transmission is not in PARK (P).
The light sensor determines it is daytime.
When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will
be on. The taillamps, sidemarker, and other lamps
will not be on. The instrument panel will not be
lit up either.
When it begins to get dark, the automatic
headlamp system will switch from DRL to the
headlamps.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to
the exterior lamps control.
D(Instrument Panel Lights):Turn the
thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the
instrument panel lights and the radio display. This
will only work if the headlamps or parking
lamps are on.
To turn on the dome lamps, with the vehicle doors
closed, turn the thumbwheel all the way up.
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps will come on when you open a
door or the midgate, if equipped, and will turn
off when all doors or midgate are closed.
You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning
the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior
lamp control, all the way up. In this position, the
dome lamps will remain on whether a door is
opened or closed.
Dome Lamp Override
E(Dome Override):Press this button, located
below the exterior lamp control, to turn dome
lamps off even while a door is opened. To return
the lamps to automatic operation, press the
button again and it will return to the out position.
In this position, the dome lamps will come on when
you open a door.
Entry/Exit Lighting
Your vehicle has an illuminated entry/exit feature.
When a door is opened or the key is removed
from the ignition, the dome lamps will come on if
the dome override button is in the out position.
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Reading Lamps
Your vehicle has reading lamps located in the
overhead console. Press the button located next
to the lamp to turn it on. The lamps can be
adjusted to point in the direction you want.
Press the button again to turn the lamp off.
These lamps will also come on with the
dome lamps.
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are
left on for more than 10 minutes when the
ignition is in LOCK. This will help prevent the
battery from running down.
Rear Vision Camera
Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear vision
camera system. Read this entire section before
using the camera system.The rear vision camera system is designed to help
the driver when backing up by displaying a view
of the area behind the vehicle. When the
driver shifts the vehicle into REVERSE (R), the
video screen will automatically slide out from
the rear view mirror. Once the driver shifts out of
REVERSE (R), the video screen will slide back
into the rear view mirror after a delay.
To turn off the rear vision camera system, do the
following:
1. Place the vehicle shift lever in (P) PARK.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY
position.
3. Press the right mirror button briey; the right
green light indicator will turn off. The rear
camera vision display is now disabled.
To turn on the rear camera vision feature again,
press the right mirror button briey. The green light
indicator will illuminate. The rear camera vision
system is now enabled and the display will
slide out from the mirror normally.
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