HUMMER H3 2007 Owners Manual

Resuming a Set Speed
Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired
speed and then you apply the brake or step
on the clutch. This, of course, disengages the
cruise control. But you do not need to reset it.
Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h)
or more, you can move the cruise control switch
briey from on to resume/accelerate.
The vehicle will go back to the chosen speed and
stays there.
If you hold the switch at resume/accelerate the
vehicle will keep going faster until you release
the switch or apply the brake. Do not hold
the switch at resume/accelerate, unless you
want the vehicle to go faster.
Increasing Speed While Using
Cruise Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed:
Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher
speed. Press the set button at the end of
the lever, then release the button and
the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise
at the higher speed. If the accelerator pedal
is held longer than 60 seconds, cruise
control will turn off.
Move the cruise switch from on to resume/
accelerate. Hold it there until you get up
to the speed you want, and then release the
switch. To increase your speed in very
small amounts, move the switch briey to
resume/accelerate. Each time you do this, your
vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Reducing Speed While Using
Cruise Control

Press and hold the set button until you reach
the desired lower speed, then release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, briey
press the set button. Each time you do this,
you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.
When you take your foot off the pedal, your
vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed
you set earlier.
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control works on hills depends
upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the
hills. When going up steep hills, you might want
to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the
vehicle speed. When going downhill, you might
have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the
vehicle speed down. Of course, applying the brake
turns off the cruise control. Many drivers nd this
to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control
on steep hills.
Ending Cruise Control
To turn off the cruise control, do one of the following:
Step lightly on the brake pedal.
Move the cruise control switch to off.
Lightly tap or press the clutch, if you have
a manual transmission.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition,
the cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Exterior Lamps
The control on the driver’s side of your instrument
panel operates the exterior lamps.
O(Exterior Lamps):Turn the knob, located to
the right of this symbol, to choose one of the
four exterior lamp positions.
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9(Off):Turn the knob to this position to turn off
all exterior lamps, including the Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL). This is a momentary control that will
spring back to AUTO when released. Vehicles
rst sold in Canada do not have the DRL disable
feature available. Vehicles rst sold in Canada
cannot turn off the DRL unless the following
conditions are met:
The vehicle has an automatic transmission.
The gear position is in PARK (P).
The headlamp switch is turned to the
Off position.
AUTO (Automatic):Turn the knob to this position
to automatically turn on the headlamps at
normal brightness, together with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
Parking Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
Due to the momentary switch design, your
automatic headlamps may be disabled even
if the control is in the AUTO position.To enable automatic lighting, do any of the
following:
Turn the headlamp control from AUTO to off
and release the control. It will return back to
the AUTO position by itself.
Turn the headlamp control from the parking
lamp position to AUTO.
Turn the headlamp control from the headlamp
position to AUTO.
To disable automatic lighting, do any of the
following:
Turn the headlamp control from AUTO to off
and release the control. It will return back to
the AUTO position by itself.
Turn the headlamp control from AUTO to the
parking lamp position.
Turn the headlamp control from AUTO to the
headlamp position.
SeeAutomatic Headlamp System on page 165
for more information.
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Vehicles rst sold in Canada with an automatic
transmission cannot turn off automatic headlamps
unless the gear position is in PARK (P) and
the headlamp switch is turned to the Off position.
Vehicles rst sold in Canada with a manual
transmission can turn off the automatic headlamps
with the headlamp control; however, the parking
lamps will remain on.
;(Parking Lamps):Turn the knob to this
position to turn on the parking lamps, together
with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
2(Headlamps):Turn the knob to this position
to turn on the headlamps, together with the
previously listed lamps and lights.
You can switch your headlamps from low to high
beam by pushing the turn signal/multifunction
lever toward the instrument panel.
Headlamps on Reminder
A headlamp reminder chime will sound if the
following conditions are met:
The driver door is open.
Parking lamps or headlamps are manually
turned on.
The key is either not in the ignition switch, or it
is in the LOCK position of the ignition switch.
The headlamp reminder cannot be turned off if
the conditions listed above are met.
In the automatic mode, the headlamps turn off
once the ignition is in ACC.
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.
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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) if
you have an automatic transmission.
The light sensor determines it is daytime.
When the DRL are on, no other lamps are on.
The instrument panel will not be lit up either.
For vehicles rst sold in Canada, if parking
lamps are manually turned on, DRL will stay on.
When it begins to get dark, the automatic
headlamp system will switch from DRL to the
headlamps.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the
regular headlamp system when you need it.
To turn off the DRL, seeExterior Lamps
on page 162.
Vehicles rst sold in Canada cannot turn
off DRL unless certain conditions are met.
SeeExterior Lamps on page 162.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, the automatic
headlamp system will turn on after the transmission
has been shifted from PARK (P) to DRIVE (D).
The headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker, parking
lamps, roof marker lamps, and the instrument panel
lights will turn on at normal brightness. The radio
lights will become more dim when the headlights
are off compared to when the headlights are on.
Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of
the instrument panel. Be sure it is not covered, or
the system will be on whenever the ignition is on.
The system may also turn on the headlamps when
driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast
weather, or a tunnel. This is normal.
There is a delay in the transition between the
daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp
system so that driving under bridges or bright
overhead street lights does not affect the system.
The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only
be affected when the light sensor detects a change
in lighting lasting longer than the delay.
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If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the
automatic headlamp system will come on
immediately. Once you leave the garage, it will
take about one minute for the automatic headlamp
system to change to DRL if it is light outside.
During that delay, the instrument panel cluster
may not be as bright as usual. Make sure
the instrument panel brightness control is in
the full bright position. SeeInstrument Panel
Brightness on page 167.
Off-Road Lamps
The off-road lamps, if the vehicle has them,
provide auxiliary lighting when the vehicle is
used off road. These lamps are not intended to
be used in place of existing vehicle lighting.
The lamps are not to be used on any public street
or highway and are to be covered when not in
use. Check your state and local laws before
installing or using any auxiliary lighting. In some
states it may be necessary to remove the roof
lamps when operating the vehicle on the highway.The switches for the off-road lamps are located in
the center of the instrument panel below the climate
controls. One switch is used for the front lower-grille
mounted off-road lamps, if the vehicle has them,
and the other switch is used for the roof-mounted
off-road lamps, if the vehicle has them.
To use the lamps, remove the covers from the
lamps and press the switch to turn them on or
off. An indicator light on the switch will turn
on when the lamps are on.
Notice:Turning on the off-road lamps before
removing the lamp covers could damage the
off-road lamps and the covers. Always remove
the covers before turning on the off-road lamps.
The off-road lamps remain on even after the ignition
is turned off. The off-road lamp switch must be
pressed to turn them off.
Roof Mounted Off-Road
Light SwitchLower Grille Off-Road
Light Switch
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Fog Lamps
Your vehicle has fog lamps. You can use them
for better vision in foggy or misty conditions.
Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps
must be on for your fog lamps to work.
The fog lamp button
is located in the
exterior lamps control.
Press the button to turn the fog lamps on while
the headlamps or parking lamps are on. Press the
button again to turn them off. An indicator light
will glow in the button when the fog lamps are on.
Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as
much light as your headlamps. Never use your fog
lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps.
The fog lamps will go off whenever your
high-beam headlamps come on. When the high
beams go off, the fog lamps will come on again.
Some localities have laws that require the
headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
D(Instrument Panel Brightness):This feature
controls the brightness of the instrument panel
lights.
The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to
the exterior lamp control.
Turn the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or
dim the instrument panel lights and the radio
display. The instrument panel lights, cluster, and
radio display do not dim to complete darkness.
Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn
the dome lamps on.
Dome Lamp
The dome and footwell lamps will come on when
you open a door. The dome lamps are located
in the cargo and front area of the vehicle.
You can also turn the dome and footwell lamps
on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to
the exterior lamps control, all the way up. In this
position, the lamps will remain on whether a
door is opened or closed.
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Dome Lamp Override
E(Dome Lamp Override):You can use the
dome override button, located below the exterior
lamps control, to set the dome and footwell
lamps to come on automatically when a door is
opened, or to remain off. To turn the lamps
off, press the button into the in position. With the
button in this position, the dome lamps will
remain off when the doors are open. To return
the lamps to automatic operation, press the
button again and return it to the out position.
With the button in this position, the dome lamps
will come on when you open a door.
Exit Lighting
With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come
on when you remove the key from the ignition.
The lamps will not come on if the dome override
button is pressed in.
Reading Lamps
Your vehicle has reading lamps. Press the button
located next to the lamp to turn them on or off.
These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps.
Electric Power Management
The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM)
that estimates the battery’s temperature and state
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best
performance and extended life of the battery.
When the battery’s state of charge is low, the
voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge
back in. When the state of charge is high, the
voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging.
If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage, you may
see the voltage move up or down. This is normal.
If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at idle if the
electrical loads are very high. This is true for all
vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator)
may not be spinning fast enough at idle to
produce all the power that is needed for very
high electrical loads.
A high electrical load occurs when several of the
following loads are on: headlamps, high beams,
fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate
control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine
cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into
accessory power outlets.
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Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome lamp if it is left
on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition
is in LOCK. This will help prevent your battery
from running down.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
Your vehicle has accessory power outlets.
With accessory power outlets you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone or CB radio.
Your vehicle has two accessory power outlets
located on the lower part of the instrument panel
below the climate control system and there
may be one located in the rear cargo area.
A small cap must be pulled down to access an
accessory power outlet. When not using an outlet,
be sure to cover it with the protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always
unplug electrical equipment when not in use
and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the
maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.Certain electrical accessories may not be
compatible with the accessory power outlet and
could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
If you experience a problem, see your dealer for
additional information on accessory power outlets.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to
your vehicle may damage it or keep other
components from working as they should.
The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding
maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
Check with your dealer before adding electrical
equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to
follow the proper installation instructions included
with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet
can cause damage not covered by your
warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug because
the power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette
lighter.
Your ashtray is located in your center console
area. The ashtray can be removed for cleaning.
When the ashtray is removed, this area can
also be used as a cupholder.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Never put ammable items in the ashtray.
To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let
go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating will not allow the lighter to back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating may occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could
be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter
in while it is heating.
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
This system controls the heating, cooling, and
ventilation of the vehicle. In-between modes are
available by moving the right control knob between
modes with symbols. The in-between mode will
be a combination of the two modes that the control
is centered between.
Temperature:Turn the left knob on the control
panel to adjust the temperature of the air in
the vehicle. Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
temperature.
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