
Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively.
Do not drink and drive.
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
Since you can not 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. Your
headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
In remote areas, watch for animals.
If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe place
and rest.
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But
as we get older these differences increase. A
50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much
light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old.
What you do in the daytime can also affect your
night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright
sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your
eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you
are driving, do not wear sunglasses at night. They
may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also
make a lot of things invisible.You can be temporarily blinded by approaching
headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several
seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When
you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver
who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with
misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid
staring directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much
worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass
can build up a lm caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and ash more than clean glass would,
making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep
your eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly
lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be
checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes
be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from
night blindness — the inability to see in dim light — and
are not even aware of it.
4-37

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.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.
Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ow.
Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the
freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you
drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check
traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with
the ow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the
prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your
mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as
necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic ow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the
posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower.
Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in
your “blind” spot.
4-42

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 the
wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Do
not let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can
leave the road inless than a second,and you could
crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
comfortably cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and
to the sides. Check your mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service or parking area and take a nap, get some
exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness
on the highway as an emergency.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
driving in at or rolling terrain.
4-44

Driving with a Trailer
{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.
You can not see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness or death. SeeEngine
Exhaust on page 2-42. To maximize your safety
when towing a trailer:
Have your exhaust system inspected for
leaks, and make necessary repairs before
starting on your trip.
Keep the rear-most windows closed.
If exhaust does come into your vehicle
through a window in the rear or another
opening, drive with your front, main
heating or cooling system on and with the
fan on any speed. This will bring fresh,
outside air into your vehicle. Do not use
the climate control setting for maximum air
because it only recirculates the air inside
your vehicle. SeeClimate Control System
on page 3-22.Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and
attachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps,
tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric
brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then
apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer
brakes are still working.
4-71

Fuses Usage
4WDFour-Wheel Drive System,
Auxiliary Battery
HTR A/C Climate Control System
LOCKPower Door Lock Relay
(Lock Function)
HVAC 1Inside Rearview Mirror,
Climate Control System
L DOORDriver’s Door Harness
Connection
CRUISE Cruise Control
UNLOCKPower Door Lock Relay
(Unlock Function)
RR FOG LP Rear Fog Lamp (Export Only)
BRAKE Anti-Lock Brake System
DRIVER UNLOCKPower Door Lock Relay
(Driver’s Door Unlock
Function)
IGN 0 PCM, TCM
TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller
VEH CHMSLVehicle and Trailer High
Mounted Stoplamp
LT TRLR ST/TRN Left Turn Signal/Stop TrailerFuses Usage
LT TRNLeft Turn Signals and
Sidemarkers
VEH STOPVehicle Stoplamps, Brake
Module, Electronic Throttle
Control Module
RT TRLR ST/TRN Right Turn Signal/Stop Trailer
RT TRNRight Turn Signals and
Sidemarkers
BODY Harness Connector
DDM Driver Door Module
AUX PWR 2Rear Cargo Area Power
Outlets
LOCKS Power Door Lock System
ECCRear Electronic Climate
Control, Liftgate
TBC 2C Truck Body Controller
FLASH Flasher Module
CB LT DOORSLeft Power Window Circuit
Breaker
TBC 2B Truck Body Controller
TBC 2A Truck Body Controller
5-115

Audio System(s) (cont.)
Radio with CD............................................3-81
Radio with Six-Disc CD..............................3-108
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...............................3-134
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-78
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-77
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-135
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-137
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-139
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation..........2-45, 2-47
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-16
Automatic Level Control...................................4-61
Automatic Transfer Case..................................2-29
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-23
Operation...................................................2-24
Autoride™.....................................................4-62
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.................3-18
B
Backing Up....................................................4-72
Battery..........................................................5-44
BATTERY NOT CHARGING.............................3-70
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-6Battery Run-Down Protection............................3-20
Battery Warning Light......................................3-45
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-43
Before You Drive...........................................3-122
Before You Go Off-Roading..............................4-24
Bench Seat....................................................1-16
Bench Seat Split (50/50)..................................1-11
Bench Seat, Split (60/40)................................... 1-8
Brake
Parking......................................................2-37
System Warning Light..................................3-46
Brake Adjustment............................................5-44
Brake Fluid....................................................5-41
Brake Pedal, Throttle.......................................2-23
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-44
Brake Wear...................................................5-43
Brakes..........................................................5-41
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bucket Seats, Rear.........................................1-21
BUCKLE PASSENGER....................................3-70
BUCKLE SEATBELT.......................................3-70
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-55
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime
Running Lamps........................................5-56
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-55
Headlamps.................................................5-55
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Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-68
Top Strap...................................................1-55
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-57
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-54
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-139
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-21
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle.................................5-104
Outside of Your Vehicle..............................5-107
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-109
Video Screen............................................3-139
Weatherstrips............................................5-106
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.....5-108
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses......................5-107
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet...................................5-104
Cleaning Glass Surfaces................................5-106
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components...............5-106
Cleaning Leather...........................................5-105
Cleaning the Mirror.................................2-46, 2-49
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel.........5-106
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper
Blades.....................................................5-108
Cleaning Tires..............................................5-109
Cleaning Vinyl..............................................5-105
Climate Control System...................................3-22
Dual..........................................................3-23
Dual Automatic............................................3-27
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System......3-35Climate Control System (cont.)
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System,
Electronic................................................3-38
Rear Air Conditioning System........................3-34
Compass Calibration...............................2-46, 2-47
Compass Operation.........................................2-47
Compass Variance..................................2-45, 2-48
Content Theft-Deferrent....................................2-18
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-62
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-49
Heater, Engine............................................2-23
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-28
Cooling System..............................................5-32
Cruise Control................................................3-11
Cruise Control Light........................................3-56
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-60
Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-13
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-7
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
Users....................................................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities................................................ 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors.......7-12
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-12
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L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-15
Interior.......................................................3-19
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-17
Lap Belt........................................................1-38
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-29
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-60
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-62
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running.....................................................2-40
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR................................3-72
Level Control..................................................4-61
Liftgate..........................................................2-13
Liftgate Glass and Liftgate................................2-14
Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-43
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-47
Battery Warning..........................................3-45
Brake System Warning.................................3-46
Cruise Control.............................................3-56
Four-Wheel-Drive.........................................3-56
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-57
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-51Light (cont.)
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator................3-43
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-42
Tire Pressure..............................................3-51
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-56
Traction Off................................................3-48
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror...............................2-17
Listening to a DVD..............................3-107, 3-122
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-56
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-24
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-11
Lockout Protection..........................................2-13
Lock-Out Switch.............................................2-17
Locks
Delayed Locking..........................................2-10
Door........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-13
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-12
Loss of Control...............................................4-21
LOW COOLANT LEVEL..................................3-72
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-57
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-60
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-5
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