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FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power
but lower fuel economy than
SECOND (2). You can use
it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud.
If the
selector lever is put in FIRST
(1) while the vehicle
is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into first
gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Notice: If your wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive.
This might happen if you were stuck in very deep
sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You
could damage your transmission. Also, if you
stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there
with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat
and damage the transmission. Use your brakes
or shift into
PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in
position on a hill.
Shift Lock Release
This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock release
system. If your vehicle has a dead battery and you need
to have your vehicle towed, there is a shift lock
release lever that will allow you to move the shift lever
out of PARK (P).
I o access the shift lock release lever, do the following:
1. Press on the sides of the boot around the shift
2. Lift up the boot on the shift lever and you will see
lever
to release the boot.
an orange lever.
3. Lift the orange lever up and move the shift lever out
of
PARK (P).
4. Snap the shift lever boot back in place.
All-Wheel Drive
Your vehicle may have this feature. There is no lever or
switch to engage
or disengage the front axle. It is
fully automatic and adjusts as needed for road
conditions. Your vehicle has an active transfer case
allowing two-wheel-drive operation on dry roads.
The transfer case will shift automatically into all-wheel
drive on slippery surfaces. You may feel an extra
shift when the all-wheel drive engages.
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6 Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6-2
Introduction
................................................... 6-2
Maintenance Requirements
.............................. 6-2
How This Section is Organized ......................... 6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
........... 6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
.................... 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance
................................... 6-5
Part
B: Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-10
At Each Fuel Fill
.......................................... 6-10
At Least Once a Month
................................. 6-10
At Least Twice a Year
................................... 6-11
Your
Vehicle and the Environment
.................... 6-2 At
Least Once a Year
................................... 6-12
Part
C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ......... 6.15
Boot and Seal Inspection
............................ 6.15
Exhaust System Inspection
............................ 6.15
Fuel System Inspection
.................................. 6.15
Engine Cooling System Inspection
................... 6.15
Brake System Inspection
................................ 6-16
Part E: Maintenance Record
........................... 6.19
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle
Transfer Case and Front Axle
(All-Wheel Drive) Inspection
........................ 6.16
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
.... 6-17
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).
You should let your dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See
Service Publications
Ordering Information
on page 7- 10.
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See
Engine Exhaust
on page 2-28.
Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test
of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
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Headphones ................................................... 3-77
Heated Seats
................................................... 1-3
Highway Hypnosis
........................................... 4-34
Hill and Mountain Roads
.................................. 4-34
Hitches
.......................................................... 4-49
HomeLink@ Transmitter, Programming
................ 2-37
HomeLink@ Transmitter
................................... 2-37
Hood Checking Things Under
................................ 5-10
Release ..................................................... 5-1 0
Horn ............................................................... 3-6
Recovery Tank
............................................ 5-28
How to Add Fluid ............................................ 5-22
How to Check ........................................ 5-20, 5-53
How to Check Lubricant
................................... 5-46
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
.................. 5-33
How
to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-13
Hydroplaning
.................................................. 4-30
How
to Add
Coolant to the Coolant
How
to Add Coolant to the Radiator .................. 5-30
How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii
I
ICE POSSIBLE .............................................. 3-54
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-25
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-25
If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-37
If the
Light
Is Flashing ..................................... 3-36
If You Are Stuck in Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ....... 4-40
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer ..................... 4-46
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard
........................... 4-38
Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-18
Inflation -- Tire Pressure .................................. 5-53
Brake System
............................................. 6-16
Engine Cooling System
................................ 6-15
Fuel System
............................................... 6-15
Part C
- Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-15
Boot and Seal
......................................... 6-15
(All-Wheel Drive)
...................................... 6-16
Cluster
....................................................... 3-29
Overview
..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel Brightness
............................. 3-17
Interior Lamps
................................................ 3-17
Interior Plastic Components
.............................. 5-79
Ignition Transmission
Lock Check
...................... 6-13
Infants and Young Children, Restraints
............... 1-29
inspection
Exhaust System
.......................................... 6-15
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Transfer Case and Front Axle
Instrument Panel
J
Jump Starting ................................................. 5-39
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Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ............ 5-94
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill
......................................... 6-10
At Least Once a Month
................................ 6-10
At Least Once a Year
.................................. 6-12
At Least Twice a Year
.................................. 6-1 1
Brake System Inspection .............................. 6-16
Engine Cooling System Inspection
................. 6-15
Exhaust System Inspection
........................... 6-1 5
Fuel System Inspection ................................ 6-1 5
How This Section is Organized
....................... 6-3
Introduction
.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements
............................. 6-2
Part A
- Scheduled Maintenance Services ......... 6-4
Part
B - Owner Checks and Services ............. 6-10
Part C
- Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 6-1 5
Part D
- Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
............................................... 6-1 7
Part
E - Maintenance Record ........................ 6-1 9
Scheduled Maintenance
................................. 6-5
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
.................. . 6-15
Transfer Case and Front Axle
(All-Wheel Drive) Inspection
....................... 6-1 6
Using Your
................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment
............... 6-2 Maintenance When
Trailer Towing
.... ......... 4-52
Making Turns
............................................. 4-51
Malfunction Indicator Light
................................ 3-35
Matching Transmitter(s)
to Your Vehicle ............... 2-6
Message
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico
and U.S. Virgin Islands)
............................. 7-4
Memory Seat
................................................. 2-47
DIC Warnings and Messages
........................ 3-52
Mirror Operation
............................................. 2-30
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Onstar@
and Compass
.......................................... 2-30
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with
Curb View Assist
...................................... 2-33
Outside Convex Mirror
................................. 2-33
Outside Heated Mirrors
................................ 2-33
Outside Manual Mirrors
................................ 2-32
Outside Power Mirror
................................... 2-32
MyGMLink.com
............................................ 7-3
N
New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-18
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
............ 5-94
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Securing a Child Restraint (cont.)
Rear Outside Seat Position
........................... 1-40
Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-42
Security Light ................................................. 3-39
Security While You Travel .................................. 7-5
Select ........................................................... 3-52
Service ........................................................ 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle
........................................... ... 5-4
All-Wheel-Drive Light .................................... 3-41
Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-35
Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-10
SERVICE AIR BAG ......................................... 3-53
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM ............................. 3-53
Service Bulletins ............................................. 7-1 0
Service Engine Soon Light in the United States
Service Manuals
............................................. 7-10
Setting Preset PTYs ................................ 3-61, 3-70
Setting Preset Stations ............................ 3-58, 3-67
Setting the Time ............................................. 3-56
Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) .................. 3-58, 3-68
Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-82
Shift Lock Release .......................................... 2-24
Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-25
Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-27
Skidding ........................................................ 4-1 4
Snow Plow .................................................... 4-44
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-30
or Check Engine Light in Canada .................. 3-35
Spare Tire Check ............................................ 6-11
Specifications, Capacities ................................. 5-93
Stalling on an incline ....................................... 4-24
Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-19
Steering in Emergencies .................................. 4-11
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..................... 5-78
Speedometer .................................................. 3-30
Starter Switch Check ....................................... 6-12
Steering ........................................................ 4-10
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
.............................. 6-15
Steering Tips .................................................. 4-11
Steering Wheel Comfort Controls ...................... 3-27
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ......................... 3-89
Storage Areas Stereo RCA Jacks
.......................................... 3-77
Convenience Net ..... ...... 2-44
Front Storage Area ...................................... 2-42
Glove Box .................................................. 2-41
Overhead Consok ....................................... 2-41
Rear Floor Storage Lid ................................. 2-43
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-74
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-40
Sunglasses Storage Compartment ..................... 2-41
Luggage Carrier .......................................... 2-42
Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-15
Sunroof ......................................................... 2-46
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