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i The 2003 HUMMER H2 Owne r ’ s Manual 1 - 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properl y . It also explains the air bag system. 2 - 1 Featu r es and Cont r ols This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 3 - 1 Comfort Cont r ols and Audio Systems This section tells you how t[...]

ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, HUMMER and the name HUMMER are registered trademarks and H2 is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name ?[...]

iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols [...]

iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to do to he[...]

v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 16 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 21 Here Are Questions Many Peopl[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seats Horizontal Control: Y ou can adjust your vehicle’ s front seats with the horizontal control located on the outboard edge of each front seat. Raise o[...]

1-3 Power Lumbar Control Use the lumbar control, located on the outboard side of the seat, to increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback. T o increase support, press and hold the front of the control. T o decrease support, press and hold the rear of the control. Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the des[...]

1-4 T o set your memory seat, mirrors and radio station presets, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver ’ s seat (including the recliner, lumbar and side wing area), both outside mirrors and the radio station presets to your preference. See “Mirrors” and “Radio” in the Index to learn how to adjust your mirrors and set the radio station pr[...]

1-5 Easy Exit Seat This feature makes entering or leaving the driver ’ s seat easier . (Exit): This button is used to program and recall the desired driver ’ s seat exit/entry position. The seat position can be personalized for driver 1 and driver 2. T o store the seat exit position for driver 1 or driver 2, do the following: 1. Select the desi[...]

1-6 T o heat only the seatback, press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the button will glow to designate that only the seatback is being heated. Additional presses will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only . Press the horizontal button again to heat the entire seat. The heated front seats wil[...]

1-7 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either . In a crash th[...]

1-8 T o raise or lower a head restraint, pull up on the head restraint or push the head restraint down. The head restraints tilt forward also. T o tilt a head restraint forward, grab the top of the restraint and pull it toward you until you hear a click. Let go of the head restraint and it will stay in that position. If you want the head restraint [...]

1-9 T o fold the rear seat, do the following: 1. Insert the two safety belt buckles into the pockets on the driver ’ s side seatback and place the passenger ’ s side seat belt through the loop located near the armrest before folding the rear seat. That way , the buckles will be out of the way when the seat is folded and will be available for pa[...]

1-10 Third Row Single Seat (If Equipped) Folding the Seatback CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. T o fold the seatback, do the following: Pull up on the release lever , labeled 1,[...]

1-1 1 Tilting the Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions listed previously . 2. Unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling up[...]

1-12 Returning the Seat to an Upright Position T o return the seat to an upright position, do the following: 1. Pull the lever labeled 3 toward you. 2. While still holding the lever 3 toward you, grasp the top of the seat and pull it toward you slightly . 3. Let go of lever 3 and pull the seat completely down. 4. Push down on the seat firmly . Try [...]

1-13 3. T o unlatch the rear of the seat from the floor , pull up on the release lever labeled 2, located at the rear of the seat, and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor . 4. Squeeze the release handle while pulling the seat out. 5. While holding the rear of the seat up, roll the seat out of the vehicle.[...]

1-14 Replacing the Third Row Single Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. [...]

1-15 Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. T o enter or exit the third row seat you must fold the second row seat down following the instructio[...]

1-16 Heated Rear Seats (Second Row) (If Equipped) The controls are located on the back of the center console. The ignition must be in RUN for this feature to operate. T o activate the heated seats, press the button to cycle through the high, medium and low settings. T o turn off the heated seats, press the button a fourth time. An indicator light w[...]

1-17 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat an[...]

1-18 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.[...]

1-19 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...[...]

1-20 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.[...]

1-21 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and af[...]

1-22 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for[...]

1-23 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o m[...]

1-24 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-25 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt in[...]

1-26 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is over an armrest. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries[...]

1-27 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t[...]

1-28 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-29 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa[...]

1-30 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ?[...]

1-31 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far [...]

1-32 How the Air Bag System W orks Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side.[...]

1-33 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering whe[...]

1-34 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’ s upper body , stopping the occupant mo[...]

1-35 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag syst[...]

1-36 Air Bag Off Switch Y our vehicle has a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger’ s air bag. United States Canada This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front passenger ’ s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as[...]

1-37 Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the fr ont seat because: my vehicle has no r ear seat; my vehicle has a r ear seat too small to accommodate a r ear - facing infant seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, accor ding to the infant’ s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the fr ont seat so tha[...]

1-38 Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, accor ding to his or her physician: causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and makes the potential harm fr om the passenger air bag in a crash gr eater than the potential harm fr om turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger , even if belted, [...]

1-39 Canada T o turn off the right front passenger ’ s air bag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position. The AIR BAG OFF light will come on to let you know that the right front passenger ’ s air bag is off. The right front passenger ’ s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again,[...]

1-40 United States Canada T o turn the right front passenger ’ s air bag on again, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the on position.[...]

1-41 Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. Y ou don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Y our dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the a[...]

1-42 Rear Seat Passengers It’ s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehic[...]

1-43 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way , it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release [...]

1-44 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shoul[...]

1-45 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. Comfort guides are provided f[...]

1-46 Third Row Seat For the third row , remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt.[...]

1-47 Second Row Seat Third Row Seat 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Make su[...]

1-48 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.[...]

1-49 T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuck[...]

1-50 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240[...]

1-51 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them[...]

1-52 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’ s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body . In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed acr oss the stron[...]

1-53 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating[...]

1-54 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and s[...]

1-55 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner . For many years[...]

1-56 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear - facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward - facing child seat and an older [...]

1-57 T op Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether .” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap - equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap al[...]

1-58 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint its[...]

1-59 Third Row Seat Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) Y our vehicle has the LA TCH system. Y ou’ll find anchors (A) in the outboard positions for the second row seats where the seatback meets the seat cushion. T o assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the[...]

1-60 In order to use the system, you need either a forward - facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear - facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. W ith this system, use the LA TCH system instead of the vehicle’ s safety belts to secure a child restraint.[...]

1-61 CAUTION: If a LA TCH - type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting ther e. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sur e that a LA TCH - type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’ s safety belts[...]

1-62 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LA TCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH)” in the Index. Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instru[...]

1-63 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.[...]

1-64 5. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure i[...]

1-65 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possi[...]

1-66 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the chi[...]

1-67 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LA TCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH)” in the Index. Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a [...]

1-68 United States Canada[...]

1-69 CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a r ear - facing child restraint in the right fr ont[...]

1-70 Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat [...]

1-71 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tig[...]

1-72 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older c[...]

1-73 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder[...]

1-74 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wh[...]

1-75 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for [...]

1-76 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly pr otect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. T o help make sure your r estraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and [...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 3 Key[...]

2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather .[...]

2-3 Power Windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors. The switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSOR Y or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index. The driver ’ s door has a switch for each of the passenger ’ s wind[...]

2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-5 Y our vehicle has a double - sided key for the ignition and all door locks. If you ever lose a key , your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. NOTICE: Y our vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside. Y o[...]

2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the[...]

2-7 Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver ’ s and front passenger ’ s armrests. Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. If the delayed locking feature is on, the doors will not lock until they are all closed. Press the lock switch twice to lock all of the doors immediately and override the delayed locki[...]

2-8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Y our vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle’ s power door locks. Y ou can program this feature through the Driver Information Center (DIC), or by the following method. Programmable Locking Featur e The following is the list of available programming[...]

2-9 Programmable Unlocking Featur e The following is the list of available programming options: Mode 1: Driver ’ s door unlocks when the transmission is shifted into P ARK (P). Mode 2: All doors unlock when the transmission is shifted into P ARK (P). Mode 3: All doors unlock when the key is removed from the ignition. Mode 4: No automatic door unl[...]

2-10 Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch or the keyless entry transmitter and any of the doors or the liftgate is open, the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors and tailgate until five seconds after the last door is closed. Y ou will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use[...]

2-1 1 2. T urn the lock counterclockwise with your ignition key to engage the safety lock. T urn the lock clockwise with your ignition key to disengage the safety lock. 3. Close the door . 4. Do the same thing to the other rear door . Keyless Entry System Y ou can lock and unlock your doors and liftgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) a[...]

2-12 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try th[...]

2-13 (Lock): Pressing this button once will lock all of the doors. Pressing the button again within three seconds may cause the horn to chirp to confirm that the doors have locked. Y ou can choose different feedback options for each press of the lock button, such as having the vehicle’ s perimeter lamps flash and/or have the horn chirp. See “Dr[...]

2-14 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. Y ou can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’ s probably time to change the battery . NOTIC[...]

2-15 Liftgate CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and[...]

2-16 Theft V ehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft - deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However , there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’ s an easy target for joy riders or[...]

2-17 Content Theft - Deterrent Y our vehicle is equipped with a content theft - deterrent alarm system. W ith this system, the security light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off. This light reminds you to activate the theft - deterrent system. Here’ s how to do it: 1. Open the door . 2. Lock the door with the power door lock s[...]

2-18 Here’ s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: If you don’t want to activate the theft - deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed. Always unlock a door with a key , or use the remote keyless entry transmitter . Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off [...]

2-19 Passlock Y our vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft - deterrent system. Passlock is a passive theft - deterrent system. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key . If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start. [...]

2-20 Ignition Positions W ith your key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions. A (LOCK): This position locks your ignition and transmission. It’ s a theft - deterrent feature. Y ou will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, [...]

2-21 Starting Y our Engine Move your shift lever to P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Y our engine won’t start in any other position -- that’ s a safety feature. T o restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only . NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to P ARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to P A[...]

2-22 When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0 F or - 18 C), do this: 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to ST AR T and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key . 2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasolin[...]

2-23 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 10 - volt AC outlet. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. Y ou could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly gr ounded three - pr ong 11 0 - volt AC outlet. If the cord won’[...]

2-24 Automatic T ransmission Operation Y our vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission that features an electronic shift position indicator located within the instrument panel cluster . There are several different positions for your shift lever . P ARK (P): This position locks your wheels. It’ s the best position to use when you start yo[...]

2-25 CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly . Y ou could lose contr ol and hit people or objects. Don’t shift into a drive gear while your engine is racing. NOTICE: Damage to your transmission ca[...]

2-26 SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). Y ou can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in second gear . Y ou may use this[...]

2-27 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 P ARK (P). T o access the shift lock release lever , do the following: 1. Pull up on the sides of the be[...]

2-28 All - Wheel Drive W ith all - wheel drive, you can send your engine’ s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. T o get the most satisfaction out of all - wheel drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the part that follows before using all - wheel drive. NOTICE: Driving in the 4HI Lock or 4LO Lock positions for a lon[...]

2-29 (4LO Lock): This setting sends maximum power to all four wheels. Y ou might choose this if you are driving off - road in deep sand, deep mud, and climbing or descending steep hills. When in this mode, you can also choose to lock the rear axle for additional traction. See “Locking Rear Axle” later in this section. CAUTION: Shifting the tran[...]

2-30 Shifting to 4HI or 4HI Lock W ith the vehicle traveling less than 40 mph (64 km/h), press and release the 4HI or 4HI Lock button. The indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete. Shifting to 4LO Lock T o shift to 4LO Lock, the vehicle’ s engine must be running and the vehicle must be stopp[...]

2-31 Shifting to NEUTRAL T o shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll, then do the following: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle. 4. Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). 5. Shift the transfer case to 4HI. 6. Simultaneously press and ho[...]

2-32 Parking Brake T o set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will flash. A chime will activate when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moved at least 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least three sec[...]

2-33 Shifting Into P ARK (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re o[...]

2-34 While still pressing the button, move the lever forward as far as it will go. Let go of the button and the lever . 3. T urn 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 P ARK (P). Leaving Y our V ehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It [...]

2-35 T orque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into P ARK (P) properly , the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. Y ou may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P ARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” T o prevent torque lock, set the parking bra[...]

2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousne[...]

2-37 Running Y our Engine While Y ou’r e Parked It’ s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know . CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed - i[...]

2-38 CAUTION: All - wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, even if your shift lever is in P ARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL. Always set your parking brake. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into P ARK (P)” in the[...]

2-39 Overload and Overheat Protection Overload protection is designed to protect the air suspension system and is an indication to the driver that the vehicle is overloaded. If the rear suspension remains at a low height, the rear axle load has exceeded GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating). When the overload protection mode is activated, the compresso[...]

2-40 T o use this feature, ensure that the following conditions are met: Be sure all the doors are fully closed. The suspension will not raise or lower if a door is open. Be sure the vehicle speed is less than 35 mph (56 km/h). The system will not activate otherwise. Press the height control button to raise the rear of the vehicle. A light in the b[...]

2-41 Locking Rear Axle The locking rear axle can give you additional traction from the rear wheels when you are driving in off - road situations such as mud, snow , sand, steep hills and uneven terrain. The button used to turn this feature on or off is located above the transfer case buttons to the right of the steering wheel. T o lock the rear axl[...]

2-42 Tilt Wheel The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column, under the turn signal lever . Y ou should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. T o tilt the wheel, first pull the lever towards you release the lock. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, and release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Y ou ca[...]

2-43 T urn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. T o signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically . T o signal a lane change, just raise or lower the[...]

2-44 Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high - beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position. T o use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it. If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam, your high - beam [...]

2-45 Windshield W asher (W asher Fluid): There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever . T o spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. CAUTION: In freezing weather , don’t use your washer until the [...]

2-46 Cruise Control (Off): This position turns the system off. (On): This position activates the system. | + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. (Set): Press this button to set the speed. W ith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or mor[...]

2-47 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. Y ou could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Move the cruise control switch to on. 2. Get up [...]

2-48 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Contr ol There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the button at the end of the lever , then release the button and the accelerator pedal. Y ou’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there[...]

2-49 Exterior Lamps The control on the driver ’ s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: AUT O: Turn the control to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is light enough outside. A light near the s[...]

2-50 Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is in AUTO, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker , parking lamps, roof marker lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. T o turn[...]

2-51 When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either . 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. Off-[...]

2-52 Front Reading Lamps Y our vehicle has front reading lamps located in the overhead console. Press the round button located next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want them to go. Press the button again to turn the lamp off. These lamps will also come on with the dome lamps. Dome Lamps The d[...]

2-53 Mirrors Electrochr omic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and T emperature Display When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror also includes a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass reading and the outside temperature [...]

2-54 Electr ochr omic Mirror Operation The electrochromic (self - dimming) mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. T o operate the electrochromic mirror do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the COMP button, is lit. If it’ s not, press and hold the TEMP button for si[...]

2-55 3. Keep pressing the COMP button until the desired zone number appears in the display . Release the button. After about four seconds of inactivity , the new zone number will be locked in and the comp/temp display will return. 4. Calibrate the compass as described below . Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the follow[...]

2-56 Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The controls are located on the driver ’ s door armrest. Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust; then press the dots located on the four - way control pad to adjust the mirror . T o fold or unfold the mirrors, put the upper selector switch in the center posit[...]

2-57 Electrochr omic Rearview Outside Mirror with Curb V iew Assist The driver ’ s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of the headlamps behind you. See “Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and T emperature” earlier in this section. Y our vehicle’ s mirrors will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror[...]

2-58 Overhead Console Y our vehicle is equipped with either a short or long overhead console. T o open a door on the long console, push on the rear edge of the door and let it swing open. Push the door up until it latches to close the door . The overhead consoles also include the reading lamps described earlier , the HomeLink transmitter , and the [...]

2-59 Rear Armrest/Cupholders Y our vehicle is equipped with a rear armrest/cupholder for the rear seat passengers. T o open it, pull up and then out on the tab, located at the top center of the armrest, and pull the armrest down. First Aid Kit (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have a first aid kit located in the storage bin behind the spare tire. It [...]

2-60 Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) The luggage carrier allows you to load cargo on top of your vehicle. It consists of siderails and crossrails. The crossrails can be moved forward or backward to accommodate various cargo sizes. NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 300 lbs. (660 kg) on the luggage carrier can damage your vehicle. When you ca[...]

2-61 2. Slide the crossrails to the desired position, being sure to align the lines in the side rails with the arrows on the crossrail supports. 3. T ighten the lock knobs and then try to move the crossrails back and forth to be sure that they do not move. 4. Once you load the cargo onto the crossrails, secure it by tying it down to the crossrail s[...]

2-62 Crossrail Channels 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. T o 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 loose a key , your[...]

2-63 Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is removable and fits into the front cupholder . NOTICE: If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtray , they could be set on fir e by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle. Do not store papers and other things that burn in the as[...]

2-64 Accessory Inflator (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have an air inflator system. The air inflator is capable of re - inflating the vehicle’ s tires if they have been deflated. Y ou can also inflate things like basketballs, air mattresses and bicycle tires. The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the [...]

2-65 Accessory Power Outlets W ith accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. Y our vehicle is equipped with five accessory power outlets. The two front outlets are located under the OnStar buttons on the instrument panel. [...]

2-66 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one - touch hands - free communication link between you and the OnStar Center . T o receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required. Services are available 24 hours a[...]

2-67 V olume Control: Y ou can control the volume of the OnStar System using either the volume control knob on the radio or if equipped, the steering wheel volume controls. T elltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is read[...]

2-68 Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light comes on, press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can perform a check of the engine on - board computer , and recommend what action needs to be taken. OnStar MED - NET : Med - Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary . (Requires activati[...]

2-69 OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the subscriber services agreement. In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded. OnStar Service is: available in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada; available when the vehicle is within the operati[...]

2-70 Sunr oof (Option) T o open the sunroof and sunshade, press and hold the rear side of the button, located on the overhead console, until the sunroof reaches the desired position or until it stops at the built - in comfort position. The comfort position stops the sunroof from opening completely . T o open the sunroof past the comfort position, p[...]

2-71 HomeLink T ransmitter HomeLink, a combined universal transmitter and receiver , provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand - held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink information can be found on the internet at www[...]

2-72 Programming HomeLink Do not use the HomeLink T ransmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also recommended tha[...]

2-73 4. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter . Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the just - trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly , programming is complete and your device sho[...]

2-74 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio - frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to Canadian law , some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same [...]

2-75 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button T o program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink button, proceed with Step 2 under “Prog[...]

2-76 The Instrument Panel - Y our Information System[...]

2-77 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Exterior Lamps Control C. Radio and OnStar Steering Wheel Controls D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Locking Rear Axle and All - Wheel Drive Buttons F . Audio System G. Air Bag Switch H. Glovebox I. Rear W iper/W asher Control J. Dome Lamp Override Button K. T urn S[...]

2-78 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically . United States version shown, Canada similar[...]

2-79 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our vehicle’ s odometer works together with the driver information center . Y ou can set a personal trip and business trip odometer . See “T rip Information Button” in the Index for more information. The odome[...]

2-80 W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. W arning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages [...]

2-81 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing a[...]

2-82 Air Bag Off Light When you turn the right front passenger ’ s air bag off, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bag has been turned off. This light will go of f when you turn the air bag back on again. See “Air Bag Off Switch” in the Index for more on this, including important safety information. United States C[...]

2-83 CAUTION: (Continued) In a crash, the air bag wouldn’t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting ther e. Don’t turn off the passenger’s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk gr oup. See “Air Bag Off Switch” in the Index for mor e on this, including important safety information. CAUTION: If the air bag readi[...]

2-84 V oltmeter When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended [...]

2-85 United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . Y ou may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or , the pedal m[...]

2-86 Anti-Lock Brake System W arning Light W ith the anti - lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’ s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, bu[...]

2-87 T ransmission T emperature Gage United States Canada Y our vehicle is equipped with a transmission temperature gage. When your ignition is on, the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid. The normal operating range is from 100 F (38 C) to about 265 F (130 C). At approximately 265 F (130 C) , the DI C will d ispl ay a TRANSMISSION [...]

2-88 The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: T owing a trailer , hot outside air temperatures, hauling a large or heavy load, low transmission fluid level, high transmission fluid level, restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary transmission oil cooler . A temporary solution to hotter trans[...]

2-89 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On - Board Diagnostics - Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping t[...]

2-90 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may da[...]

2-91 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. Y ou may notice this as stalling after start - up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear , misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or s[...]

2-92 Oil Pressur e Gage United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low . If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Y ou or othe[...]

2-93 Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward ST AR T . The light will stay on until the engine starts. If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see “Passlock” in the Index. If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on, there may be a [...]

2-94 Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with t[...]

2-95 Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster above the steering column. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer , fuel economy and personalization features. A (T rip Information): This button will display the odometer , personal trip odometer , business trip odometer , hourmeter ,[...]

2-96 T rip Information Button Use the trip information button to scroll through the SEASON ODOMETER, PERSONAL TRIP ON/OFF , BUSINESS TRIP ON/OFF , HOURMETER, ANNUAL LOG and TIMER. If the personal trip and/or the business trip are set to ON, you will also be able to scroll through more messages. See “Personal T rip” and “Business T rip” next[...]

2-97 Y ou can also reset the PERSONAL: XX MI, or BUSINESS: XX MI, while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster . If you press and hold the reset stem or select button for four seconds, the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for the personal or business trip. Season Odometer Press the trip inf[...]

2-98 Fuel Information Button Use the fuel information button to scroll through the range, average fuel economy , instant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life System . Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It’ s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in[...]

2-99 Personalization Button Y ou can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. Press the personalization button to scroll through the following personalization features. All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC. ALARM W ARNING TYPE A[...]

2-100 Automatic Locking Press the personalization button until AUTOMA TIC LOCKING appears in the display . T o select your personalization for automatic locking, press the select button while AUTOMA TIC LOCKING is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: LOCK DOORS OUT OF P ARK (default): The doors[...]

2-101 Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until SEA T POSITION RECALL appears in the display . T o select your personalization for seat position recall, press the select button while SEA T POSITION RECALL is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: SEA T POSITION RECALL OFF (defau[...]

2-102 Remote Lock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display . T o select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter , press the select button while REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button [...]

2-103 Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON A T EXIT appears in the display . T o select your personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button while HEADLAMPS ON A T EXIT is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the follow[...]

2-104 Easy Exit Seat Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT SEA T appears in the display . T o select your personalization for seat position exit, press the select button while SEA T POSITION EXIT is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: SEA T POSITION EXIT OFF (default): The driver ?[...]

2-105 Display Language T o select your personalization for display language, press the select button while DISPLA Y LANGUAGE is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following languages: English French Spanish Choose one of the three options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to [...]

2-106 DIC W arnings and Messages W arning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another . Some messages may not require immedia[...]

2-107 REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index for further information. BA TTER Y NOT CHARGING If the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the DIC. Drivin[...]

2-108 TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the off position. Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display . REAR ACCESS OPEN If the liftgate is open while the [...]

2-109 TRANSMISSION HOT If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, the message center will display this message. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal, the display will turn off and the transmission shifting p[...]

2-1 10 ICE POSSIBLE If the outside temperature reaches a level where ice could form on the roadway , this message may appear on the DIC. This message will clear after about 10 seconds. Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display instantly . DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver ’ s door is not fully closed [...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 6 Air Conditioning 3 - 7 Heating 3 - 7 Defogging and Defrosting 3 - 8 Rear W indow[...]

3-2 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to use the comfort controls. W ith these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Y our vehicle also has a flow - through ventilation system described later in this section. Comfort Controls Personalization Y ou can store and recall the climate control settings fo[...]

3-3 (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor , panel or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the mode button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed. Driver’ s Side T emperature Knob The driver ’ s side knob is used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through t[...]

3-4 Display If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery mode, the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode. After ten seconds, the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode. If you press the up or down arrows on the fan switch, the display will change to show the selected fan s[...]

3-5 The air delivery modes and temperature selections may still be used while the system is off. This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless the system is set to recirculation mode. See “Recirculation” later in this section. (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount[...]

3-6 Automatic Operation Press the AUTO button to set the system to automatically control the air delivery mode, fan speed, air temperature and recirculation operations. Pressing this button when the system is off will turn the system on. When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air co[...]

3-7 Heating On cold days when using manual operation of the the automatic system, choose floor mode to deliver air to the floor outlets. T o warm or cool the air delivered, turn the temperature knob to the desired setting. If you want to use the automatic mode, press AUTO and adjust the temperature by turning the temperature knob. The heater works [...]

3-8 Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window . A light will glow in the button while the defogger is working. This button will also activate the heated mirrors. After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself, or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off. If y[...]

3-9 V entilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the panel outlet setting to direct outside air through your vehicle. Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets. Y our vehicle’ s flow - through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it’ s moving. When the vehicle [...]

3-10 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and to give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that [...]

3-1 1 AM-FM with Cassette T ape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic T one Control (Bose ) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): T urn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. AUTO V OL (Automatic V olume): Y our audio system monitors the noise inside your veh[...]

3-12 SCAN : Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. The radio will scan to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. SCAN will be displayed. Press one of the arrows again to stop scanning. The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to thos[...]

3-13 AUT O EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to choose equalization settings. Y our audio system allows you to choose from four different equalization settings: normal, driver , rear and spacious. These settings can be used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape, or the CD player . NORMAL: This setting enhances the stereo ef f[...]

3-14 Using RDS Y our audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Using this system, the radio can do the following: Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, displ[...]

3-15 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display . The radio may switch to stronger stations. Press and hold BAND again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off.[...]

3-16 The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to. When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO will be displayed. TRAF (T raffic): Press this button to seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements. TRAF will appear on the display . If no statio[...]

3-17 While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUDIO and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show T APE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing. If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off, first press the eject symbol or DISP . If an error appears on the display , see “Cassette T ape Messages” l[...]

3-18 SEEK : The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton. If the arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape. SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display . SCAN : Press and hold one of the arrows for m[...]

3-19 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, perform the following steps: 1. T urn the ignition on. 2. T urn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the T APE DISC button for five seconds. The radio will [...]

3-20 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed. Release it to play the passage. The display will show ET and t[...]

3-21 Compact Disc Messages ERR (Error): If this message appears on the display , it could be for one of the following reasons: Y ou are driving on a very rough road. (The CD should play when the road gets smoother .) A CD is upside down. It is dirty , scratched or wet. It is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.) The CD player is ve[...]

3-22 AUT O V OL (Automatic V olume): Y our audio system monitors the noise inside your vehicle. Then, AUTO VOL automatically adjusts the volume so that it always sounds the same to you. T o use automatic volume, press the AUTO VOL button until A VOL ON appears on the display . T o turn automatic volume off, press the AUTO VOL button until A VOL OFF[...]

3-23 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton. 6. Re[...]

3-24 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: T o adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display . Turn the knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers. T o adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and hold the AUDIO knob until F AD appears o[...]

3-25 Finding a PTY Station P - TYPE (Program T ype Button): Press this button to turn on and off program type (PTY) select mode. PTY and the light next to the button will turn on. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. P - TYPE (Program T ype Knob): Turn the P - TYPE knob to select the PTY you want to listen to. T o use [...]

3-26 RDS Messages ALER T!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALER T! will appear on the display . Y ou will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing. If the compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement. Y ou wi[...]

3-27 When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your disc, it will be activated each time you play a disc. If the radio is on or off, the disc will begin to play automatically . T o insert multiple discs, do the following: 1. T urn the ignition on. 2. Press and hold the LOAD side of the LOAD [...]

3-28 REMOVE CD will be displayed. Y ou can now remove the disc. If the disc is not removed, after 25 seconds, the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver . If you try to push the disc back into the receiver , before the 25 second time period is complete, the receiver will sense an error and will try to eject the disc several times [...]

3-29 AUT O EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUT O EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc. The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc. See “AUTO EQ” listed previously for more information. SEEK : T o seek, press the left arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of t[...]

3-30 3. Select the desired disc by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that you want to save. The track will begin to play . 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory . After two seconds of pressing SONG LIST continuously , one beep wil[...]

3-31 Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display , it could be due to of the following reasons: Y ou’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother , the disc should play . The disc is dirty , scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If the CD [...]

3-32 V OL (V olume): T urn the knob to increase and to decrease volume. The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone. SRC (Source): Press this button to choose which source (radio, CD, or cassette) that you want to listen to. SEEK : Press the SEEK button to seek to the next station and stay there[...]

3-33 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Y ou can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. (OnStar/V oice Recognition): Y ou can press this button to interact with the OnStar system. See the OnStar manual provided with your vehicle for more information. PROG (Program): Press this button to play a station you have programm[...]

3-34 Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however , can cause stations to interfere with each other . AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. T ry reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give [...]

3-35 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape play[...]

3-36 After you clean the player , press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator . The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced[...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 T raction Control System 4 - 1 1 Steering 4 - [...]

4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.?[...]

4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that al[...]

4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. W omen g[...]

4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an emergency , a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than t[...]

4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow re[...]

4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel [...]

4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock[...]

4-10 T o enter this mode, press the TC2 button located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel. TC2 only operates in the following transfer case modes: 4HI Lock 4LO Lock 4LO Lock and Differential Lock It will not operate in 4HI. If the TC2 button is pressed while in 4HI, the light will flash for about 15 seconds and then go out. [...]

4-1 1 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’ s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. H[...]

4-12 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. Y ou can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop i[...]

4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy . Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way , steer so that your vehicle straddles the ed[...]

4-14 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity . For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. When it looks lik[...]

4-15 Loss of Control Let’ s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency , don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less d[...]

4-16 Off - Road Driving Also, see “Anti - Lock Brakes” in the Index. Off - road driving can be great fun. But it does have some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the terrain itself. “Off - roading” means you’ve left the great North American road system behind. T raffic lanes aren’t marked. Curves aren’t banked. There are no r[...]

4-17 Loading Y our V ehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can. Be sure the load is secured properly , so driving on the off - road terrain doesn’ t toss things ar[...]

4-18 Environmental Concerns Off - road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However , it also raises environmental concerns. W e recognize these concerns and urge every off - roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for pu[...]

4-19 High Mobility Characteristics The HUMMER H2 has a 12 inch (30.5 cm) running ground clearance (A) and a 9 inch (22.8 cm) axle to ground clearance (B) while maintaining a low silhouette and a low center of gravity . These characteristics are essential to safety in off - road operation.[...]

4-20 The HUMMER H2 has an approach angle of 42 (A) and a departure angle of 37 (B). Design specifications required a minimum gradeability of 60% (31 ) slope, with the vehicle fully loaded, on high friction surfaces at 6 mph (9.7 km/h).[...]

4-21 Also, specifications required that the HUMMER H2 be able to traverse a 40% (22 ) side slope at 6 mph (9.7 km/h) while fully loaded on high friction surfaces. The HUMMER H2 can climb a 16 inch (40.6 cm) vertical step.[...]

4-22 Brake and Throttle Modulation for Enhanced Mobility The use of this technique will give the driver the ability to traverse challenging obstacles with more confidence, safety and care to both the vehicle and the terrain. It allows the driver to gain control of the vehicle systems and place power and wheel torque where it is needed most. This is[...]

4-23 For mounds, washouts, loose up - hill slopes, ditches, etc. When wheel spin occurs as the vehicle is moving, the driver may notice a slight shaking or shuddering of the vehicle. This is the indication that a loss of traction is occurring on this terrain. The operator should: 1. Reduce throttle. 2. Assess the terrain properly and adjust vehicle[...]

4-24 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It’ s a good idea to practice in an area that’ s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off - road driving does require some new and dif ferent driving skills. Here’ s what we mean. T une your senses to different kinds of signals. Y our eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep [...]

4-25 Scanning the T errain Off - road driving can take you over many dif ferent kinds of terrain. Y ou need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider . Surface Conditions. Off - roading can take you over hard - packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces a[...]

4-26 Crossing Obstacles Appr oach Angle - a Key to Mobility . If you encounter a large dip in the terrain, do not enter straight on; enter at an angle (15 minimum approach (A), 75 maximum approach angle (B)). For very large dips, ditches or small washes, coast in, using the engine as a brake. Then, use the low ranges in the transmission and transfe[...]

4-27 Log Cr ossing. Using the proper technique, the HUMMER H2 will cross logs up to 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter . Approach the log at approximately a 15 angle (A) with the transfer case in 4LO Lock and “walk” the HUMMER H2 over , one tire at a time. As with all obstacles, face your tires perpendicular to the object for best traction and tir[...]

4-28 Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’ s one of those hills that’ s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a[...]

4-29 Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don’t use more power than you need, because you don’t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. T ry to drive str[...]

4-30 Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here’ s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. I[...]

4-31 Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in P ARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift th[...]

4-32 Driving Downhill When off - roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? W ill I be able to maintain vehicle control? What’ s the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard - packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’ s at the bottom of the h[...]

4-33 Q: Are ther e some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Y es! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that’ s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. Y ou coul[...]

4-34 Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later , an off - road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across. When you go straight up or down a hill, [...]

4-35 Q: What if I’m driving across an incline that’ s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? A: If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However , a much better way to prevent this is to get ou[...]

4-36 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. Y ou can’t accelerate as quickly , turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking distances. It’ s best to use a low gear when you’re in mud -- the deeper the mud, the lower the gear . In really deep mud, the idea is[...]

4-37 Driving in W ater Heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it’ s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t try it -- you probably won’t get through. Also, water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts[...]

4-38 After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody , chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, t[...]

4-39 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Y our headlamps can light u[...]

4-40 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’ s always wise to go slower and be cautious if [...]

4-41 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y o[...]

4-42 Driving Thr ough Deep Standing W ater NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water , water can come in through your engine’ s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water , drive thro[...]

4-43 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]

4-44 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules.[...]

4-45 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - fast or too - slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow . T reat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway . If[...]

4-46 Before Leaving on a Long T rip Make sure you’re ready . T ry to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh -- such as after a day’ s work -- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey . W ear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it [...]

4-47 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of[...]

4-48 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off - Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving off - r[...]

4-49 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Y our brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. Y ou could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you g[...]

4-50 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warn[...]

4-51 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However , if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What’ s the worst time for this? “W e[...]

4-52 If Y ou’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow , you could be in a serious situation. Y ou should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow . Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: T urn on your hazard flas[...]

4-53 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. Y ou can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And che[...]

4-54 Recreational V ehicle T owing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle -- such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing your vehicle with two wheels [...]

4-55 Dolly T owing Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer ’ s instructions. 2. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer ’ s instructions. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. 4. Shift the transmission to P ARK (P). 5. Shift the transfer case to[...]

4-56 Loading Y our V ehicle The Certification/T ire label is found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door . The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, a[...]

4-57 Y our warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. This will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry . Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way . If you put th[...]

4-58 Add-On Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment. NOTICE: Y our warranty doesn’t cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle W eight Rat[...]

4-59 T owing a T railer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this s[...]

4-60 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Con[...]

4-61 Y our vehicle is equipped with a button on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel, which when pressed enables tow/haul. When the button is pressed, this light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate that tow/haul has been selected. T ow/haul may be turned off by pressing the button again, at which time the indicat[...]

4-62 W eight of the T railer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. Use the following chart to d[...]

4-63 If you’re using a weight - carrying or a weight - distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer , weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately , to see if t[...]

4-64 Safety Chains Y ou should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer . Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer . Al[...]

4-65 Driving with a T railer CAUTION: If you have a rear - most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. T o maximize your safety when towing a trailer: Have your exhaust system [...]

4-66 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer . This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing Y ou’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer . And, because you’re a good deal longer , you?[...]

4-67 T urn Signals When T owing a T railer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer , the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the b[...]

4-68 Parking on Hills CAUTION: Y ou really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’ s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but do[...]

4-69 When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear , and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance Whe[...]

4-70 The eight - wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Y ellow: Left Stop/T urn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/T urn Signal Brown: T aillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back - up Lamps Light Blue: Center High - Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: T railer Brake Front Receiver Y our vehicle is equipped with a front r[...]

4-71 Receiver Extension (If Equipped) Use the receiver extension with the front receiver and various light - duty accessories such as bike racks. The receiver extension was not intended for heavy - duty use such as trailer towing, winching or vehicle recovery . T o use the front receiver with the receiver extension, do the following: A. Receiver Ex[...]

4-72 Power Winch Platform (If Equipped) Y ou can use the power winch platform with an aftermarket winch. Connect the winch to the platform and wiring to the vehicle following the winch manufacturer ’ s guidelines. 1. Slide the winch platform into the front receiver of your vehicle. T o secure it, follow the next step. Y ou will be using the locki[...]

4-73 4. Push the clip so it locks in place. Pin is shown of f of the vehicle for clarity . 5. W ith the clip locked and the pin secure, your setup should look like this if you look under the receiver . The pin is now secure and you will be able to use the winch. T o remove the winch platform, you must first unlock the clip so you can pull out the p[...]

4-74 If you are using a winch to pull out another vehicle, follow the winch manufactures guidelines and observe the following to prevent damage to your vehicle: If possible, have your vehicle anchored from the opposite side of the winch to a solid, immovable object. If winching from the front, use both of the rear recovery loops. If winching from t[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 2 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 9 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 9 Engine Overheating 5 - 12 Cooling System 5 - 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 - 18 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 19 Changing a Flat T [...]

5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Y our hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and eve[...]

5-3 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to following the steps below to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough[...]

5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, se[...]

5-5 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sur e the battery has enough water . Y ou don’t need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the [...]

5-6 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the[...]

5-7 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable to the remote negative ( - ) terminal, marked GND, on the vehicle with the dead battery . 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 1 1. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery . If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. NOTI[...]

5-8 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( - ) T erminals. C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) T erminal. 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ([...]

5-9 T owing Y our V ehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational V ehicle T owing” in the Index. Engine Overh[...]

5-10 If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. W ait until there is no sign of steam or coolant befor e you open the [...]

5-1 1 NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty . See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency . If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine An o[...]

5-12 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Coolant Surge T ank Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. The coolant level should be a[...]

5-13 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. If there seems to [...]

5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling sys[...]

5-15 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t[...]

5-16 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly , and remove it. 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark.[...]

5-17 4. W ith the coolant surge tank pressure cap of f, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower . If the level is lower , add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the[...]

5-18 Engine Fan Noise Y our vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer to[...]

5-19 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tir[...]

5-20 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is behind and to the side of the driver ’ s side second row seat. T o remove the equipment, do the following: 1. Fold the driver ’ s side second row seat down. See “Rear Seats” in the Index. 2. T urn the wingnut (A), which holds the jack, counterclockwise to release the ja[...]

5-21 The spare tire and wheel blocks are stored in the rear cargo area. Remove the tire cover to get to them. A. Spare T ire B. Receiver Extension (If Equipped) (Not used for tire changing procedure. See “Receiver Extension” in the Index.) C. T ire Retainer Plate D. Nut E. Wheel Blocks Follow these instructions to remove the wheel blocks and sp[...]

5-22 3. Place the end of the spanner wrench on the nut and then turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the nut holding the tire to the carrier . 4. Pull off the tire retainer plate and set it aside. Remove the spare tire from the wheel carrier . 5. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. Use the art and text following to finish changing a [...]

5-23 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ire 1. T o remove the center cap, place the flat end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the center cap out. 2. Slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench with the DOWN mark facing you. 3. T urn the ratchet counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet[...]

5-24 4. Assemble the jack and tools as follows: Front Flat T ire: Attach the jack handle (E) with the hook end connected to the u - hook/clevis on the jack (A). Slide the ratchet (F) onto the jack handle (E) with the UP mark facing you. Rear Flat Tir e: Attach the jack handle extension (D) to the jack handle (E) and then press the clip (arrow) so i[...]

5-25 Rear Flat Tir e: Place the jack under the curved rear axle pad. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle pad is resting securely on the jack head. Rear Position CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicl[...]

5-26 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fr om the places where the wheel att[...]

5-27 Front Position Rear Position 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise, with the DOWN mark facing you. Lower the jack completely . 1 1. T ighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the ratchet clockwise, with the UP mark facing you. CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts [...]

5-28 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. T o avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the pr oper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for the wheel nut torque specification. 12. When you reinstall the wheel and [...]

5-29 1. Slide the flat or spare tire (A) onto the tire carrier . 2. Slide the tire retainer plate (C) into the wheel opening. Be sure that the stud attached to the tire carrier passes through the hole in the tire retainer plate. 3. T ighten the nut (D) by hand until tire retainer plate (C) is snug against the tire. Then use the ratchet and spanner [...]

5-30 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can expl[...]

5-31 Rocking Y our V ehicle T o Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Y our vehicle has a T raction Control System. Y ou should press the TC2 button with the transfer case in any mode except 4HI. See “T raction Control System” in the Index for more information. Then shift b[...]

5-32 CAUTION: These loops, when used, ar e under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the loops at a sideways angle. The loops could break off and you or others could be injur ed from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery loops to tow the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged and it would [...]

6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - [...]

6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W o[...]

6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “Eng[...]

6-4 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian V ehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and[...]

6-5 Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air . General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier . NOTICE: Y our vehicle was not designed for fuel th at cont ains methano[...]

6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. While refueling, let the fuel cap hang [...]

6-7 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly . This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather . Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the wa[...]

6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. T o help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. D[...]

6-9 Hood Release T o open the hood, do the following: 1. Release both hood side latches. 2. Pull the handle located on the lower part of the instrument panel.[...]

6-10 3. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull the assist handles toward you to lift the hood. 4. Pull the hood open until it is supported by the cables. 5. Now go to the driver ’ s side of the hood and locate the prop rod. 6. Pull the end of the prop rod from its holder and place it into the slot built into the hood.[...]

6-1 1 Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you’ll see the following: A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter C. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir D. Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Engine Oil Dipstick F . Automatic Transmission Dipstick G. Fan H. Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal (GND) I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Remote[...]

6-12 Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on correctly . T o close the hood, hold it up a few inches from the closed position and let it go so that it has enough force to engage the hood latch. Pull up on the hood to be sure it is latched. When you are sure the hood latch is engaged, then you can latch both hood side latches. En[...]

6-13 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity , see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much o[...]

6-14 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, [...]

6-15 As in the chart shown previously , SAE 5W - 30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. Y ou should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W - 30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W - 30 oils, you can use an SAE 10W - 30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it’ [...]

6-16 If the system is ever reset accidentally , you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oi[...]

6-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter NOTICE: Do not spray water into the engine air/cleaner intake (arrow). If too much water enters the engine air cleaner/filter housing, it could cause sever e damage to your vehicle’ s engine. This damage wouldn’t be covered under your vehicle’ s warranty . The engine air cleaner/filter assembly is located in the[...]

6-18 2. Pull the air cleaner/filter up and out from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 3. Clean the filter sealing surface and the housing. 4. Install the new engine air cleaner/filter . 5. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air[...]

6-19 Automatic T ransmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regular[...]

6-20 W ait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather . While pulling a trailer . T o get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180[...]

6-21 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way , wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, below the cross - hatched area, for a cold check or in th[...]

6-22 Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant T o get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom[...]

6-23 All - Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However , there are two additional systems that need lubrication. T ransfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in the Index. How to Check Lubrican[...]

6-24 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant T o get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you may need to add so[...]

6-25 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low . If[...]

6-26 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo[...]

6-27 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for information on location. CAUTION: T urning the surge tank pressur e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn yo[...]

6-28 Coolant Surge T ank Pressur e Cap The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. NOTICE: Y our coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressur e - type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Power Steering Fluid When to Check P[...]

6-29 Windshield W asher Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer ’ s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Ind[...]

6-30 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for the location of the reservoir . There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal[...]

6-31 Checking Brake Fluid Y ou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir . The fluid level should be above MIN. If it isn’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark. [...]

6-32 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc 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 may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). CAUTION: The br[...]

6-33 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Y our vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings we[...]

6-34 Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed here, contact your dealer . For the proper types of bulbs to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. Y ou or others could be injured. Be sur e to read and follow the [...]

6-35 4. Unplug the electrical connector . 5. Push the new bulb/socket into the headlamp assembly being sure to align the splines on the bulb/socket with the splines in the headlamp housing. Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands. 6. T urn the bulb/socket retainer clockwise to lock the bulb/socket in place. 7. Plug in the electric[...]

6-36 Daytime Running Lamp T o change this bulb, do the following. 1. Locate the lamp assembly behind the front bumper . It is easiest to come in from the side of the vehicle through the wheel opening. 2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket. 4. Put the new bulb into the [...]

6-37 T aillamps A. Stoplamp B. T urn Signal Lamp C. Back - Up Lamp 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the rear lamp assembly and remove the rear lamp assembly . 3. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. 4. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 5. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert[...]

6-38 Corner Roof Marker Lamps 1. Remove the screw and lift of f the lens. 2. T urn the socket counterclockwise to remove it and remove the old bulb. 3. Put a new bulb into the socket. 4. Reinstall the socket into the lens and turn it clockwise to lock it into place. 5. Hook the side of the lens with the hook end in the notch first and then tighten [...]

6-39 Center Roof Marker Lamps 1. Push in on the notch with a flat tool and pull the lamp out. 2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket. 4. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket. 5. Place the hook end of the lamp in place on one side and push the other end of the lamp down[...]

6-40 Windshield W iper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in[...]

6-41 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Hummer W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a re[...]

6-42 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The Certification/T ire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underi[...]

6-43 Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’ s T ime for New T ires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for mo[...]

6-44 When It’ s Time for New T ir es One way to tell when it’ s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.[...]

6-45 CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose contr ol while driving. If you mix tires of differ ent sizes or types (radial and bias - belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly , and you could have a crash. Using tires of differ ent sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.[...]

6-46 T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the[...]

6-47 Wheel Alignment and Tir e Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However , if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other , the alignment may [...]

6-48 NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause pr oblems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tir e or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat T ire” in the Index for more information. Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a us[...]

6-49 Appearance Care Remember , cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer ’ s warnin[...]

6-50 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the en[...]

6-51 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them of f quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth wit[...]

6-52 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry . CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate pr otection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water . Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid h[...]

6-53 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and W iper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer , or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full - strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads[...]

6-54 Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all - cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause [...]

6-55 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster . W ashing with water is all that is usually needed. However , you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary . Use special care with aluminum trim. T o avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome p[...]

6-56 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corre[...]

6-57 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials[...]

6-58 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif[...]

6-59 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our [...]

6-60 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver ’ s side end of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. Y ou can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door . T o remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor , hold the end of the fuse between your t[...]

6-61 NAME Usage 4WD Four Wheel Drive Switch, Electronically Controlled Air Suspension Switch/Module HTR A/C Not Used LOCK Power Door Lock Relay HV AC 1 Inside Rearview Mirror , Climate Control System L DOOR Harness Connector CRUISE Cruise Control UNLOCK Power Door Unlock Relay RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Brake Switch PDM Passenger Door Module IGN 0 Br[...]

6-62 Center Instrument Panel Utility Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. Relay/Connector Name Usage SEO Special Equipment Option/Off - Road Lamps Harness Connector TRAILER T railer Brake W iring UPFIT Upfitter (Not Used) SL RIDE Ride Control (Not Used) HDLR [...]

6-63 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse/relay block is located near the battery in the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on its location. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block.[...]

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6-65 Name Usage STUD #1 Accessory Power/T railer W iring MBEC 1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Power Feed, Front Seats, Right Doors BLOWER Front Climate Control Fan LBEC 2 Left Bussed Electrical Center , Door Modules, Door Locks, Auxiliary Power Outlet -- Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power/T railer W iring Brake Feed ABS Anti[...]

6-66 Name Usage IGN1 Ignition Relay PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module ETC/ECM Electronic Throttle Control, Electronic Brake Controller INJ 1 Ignition Coil, Fuel Injectors -- Bank 1 INJ 2 Ignition Coil, Fuel Injectors -- Bank 2 IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster , Air Conditioning Relay , T urn Signal/Hazard Switch, Starter Relay , Electronic Brake Contro[...]

6-67 Name Usage IPC/DIC Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center HV AC/ECAS Climate Control Controller/ Electronically Controlled Air Suspension Module CIG L TR Cigarette Lighter HI HDLP - R T High Beam Headlamp - Right HDLP - LOW Headlamp Low Beam Relay A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Relay RR WP[...]

6-68 Replacement Bulbs Bulb Number Low - Beam and High - Beam Headlamps 9007 . . . . . . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 4157K or . . . . . . . . . 3157KX Front Parking and T urn Lamp 4157K or . . . . . . . . . . . 3157KX Rear T aillamp and Stop Lamp 3157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear T urn Lamp 3157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

6-69 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Y our Own Service W ork” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R - 134a 1.8 lb[...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7 - 20 Par[...]

7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All r[...]

7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another[...]

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Y our vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions a[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-7[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-8[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine a[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire I[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Check rear/fr[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect eng[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Ro[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 Change automatic transmission fluid and if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, polic[...]

7-16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma[...]

7-17 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any[...]

7-18 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary[...]

7-19 Ignition T ransmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in P ARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are[...]

7-20 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). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr[...]

7-21 T ransfer Case and Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary . A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. More frequent lubri[...]

7-22 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi[...]

7-23 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front and Rear Axle SA E 75W - 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 99861 15. T ransfer Case DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Hood Hinges Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474, or equivale[...]

7-24 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r[...]

7-25 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-26 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact HUMMER if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 3 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users 8 - 4 Customer Assistance Offices [...]

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to HUMMER. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however , despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings [...]

8-3 STEP THREE -- Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and T wo, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian [...]

8-4 Customer Assistance Offices HUMMER encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to HUMMER, the letter should be addressed to HUMMER’ s Customer Assistance Center . United States HUMMER Customer Assistance Center P .O. Box 33177 Detroit, MI 48232-5177 1-866-HUMMER6 (486–6376) (For T ext[...]

8-5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as ar[...]

8-6 T rip Routing : Custom - made, computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge. Maps include points of interest and a list of HUMMER dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest International.” T rip Routing is a[...]

8-7 Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day , 7 days a week, 365 days a year , including weekends and holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside assistance, call the HUMMER Roadside Assistance Center or contact your dealer . Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage pr ovided by the New V ehicle Limited W ar[...]

8-8 If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately , keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety - related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you[...]

8-9 Additional Program Information Courtesy T ransportation is available during the Bumper - to - Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . A separate booklet entitled “W arranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Co[...]

8-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify T ransport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Y ou may write to: T ransport Canada 330 Sparks Street T ower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety De[...]

8-1 1 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 T ransmission, T ransaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair se[...]