MaintenanceIÐ Use MaintenanceIif the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL message comes on within ten months
since vehicle was purchased or MaintenanceII
was performed.MaintenanceIIÐ Use MaintenanceIIif the previous
service performed was MaintenanceI. Always use
MaintenanceIIwhenever the message comes on ten
months or more since the last service or if the message
has not come on at all for one year.
Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and ®lter. Reset oil life system. See
Engine Oil on
page 5-13.An Emission Control Service.··
Lubricate chassis components.
See footnote #.··
Visually check for any leaks or damage.
See footnote (j).··
Inspect engine air cleaner ®lter or change indicator (if equipped). If necessary,
replace ®lter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18.An Emission Control
Service. See footnote ².··
Rotate tires and check in¯ation pressures and wear. See
Tires on page 5-54.··
Inspect brake system.
See footnote (a).··
Check engine coolant and windshield washer ¯uid levels and add ¯uid as
needed.··
Perform any needed additional services. See ªAdditional Required Servicesº in
this section.··
Inspect suspension and steering components.
See footnote (b).·
Inspect engine cooling system.
See footnote (c).·
Inspect wiper blades.
See footnote (d).·
6-5
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOLžcoolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-23for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer ¯uid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper ¯uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire In¯ation Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
in¯ated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. See
Tires on page 5-54for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. Push, pull and then try to rotate or turn
the spare tire. If it moves, tighten it. See
Changing a
Flat Tire on page 5-74.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
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 on page 2-26if
necessary.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, contact
your GM Goodwrench dealer for service.
6-10
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-95
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-97
Your CD and DVD Player.............................3-99
Your CD Changer........................................3-98
Your CDs and DVDs....................................3-98
Cargo Cover..................................................2-46
Cargo Tie Downs............................................2-47
Cassette Tape Messages.................................3-76
CD Adapter Kits.............................................3-77
CD Changer...................................................3-93
CD Changer Errors.........................................3-95
CD Functions.................................................3-94
CD Messages................................................3-79
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-44
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-51
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block................5-106
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts.............1-39
Chains, Tires..................................................5-72
CHANGE ENGINE OIL....................................3-58
Charging System Light....................................3-35
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-40
Check Engine Light.........................................3-40
CHECK OIL LEVEL.........................................3-58
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE...............................3-58
CHECK WASHER FLUID.................................3-58
Checking Brake Fluid......................................5-37
Checking Coolant............................................5-24
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-13Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Checking Your Restraint Systems......................1-86
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-100
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-54
Infants and Young Children...........................1-50
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-61
Older Children.............................................1-48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-63
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear
Seat Position...........................................1-65
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside
Seat Position...........................................1-63
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-68
Top Strap...................................................1-57
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-59
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-56
Chime Level Adjustment..................................3-99
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-19
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-93
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-96
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-99
Video Screen..............................................3-99
Weatherstrips..............................................5-95
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels..............................5-98
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-96
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Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-93
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-95
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-94
Cleaning Leather............................................5-94
Cleaning the Mirror.........................................2-34
Cleaning the Speaker Covers...........................5-95
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-94
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper
Blades.......................................................5-98
Cleaning Tires................................................5-99
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-94
Cleaning Wood Panels....................................5-94
Climate Control System
Climate Controls Personalization....................3-29
Dual Automatic............................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-26
Rear..........................................................3-27
Compass Calibration.......................................2-34
Compass Variance..........................................2-33
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-16
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-45
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-38
Heater, Engine............................................2-21
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-25
Cooling System..............................................5-28
Cruise Control................................................3-11
Cruise Control Light........................................3-44
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-43Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-12
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....7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-10
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government............................................7-10
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-5
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-11
D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-16
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Defogging and Defrosting.................................3-25
Delayed Locking............................................... 2-9
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-3
Dome Lamps.................................................3-17
Door
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Locks.......................................................... 2-8
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-9
4
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-41
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer.....................4-52
Ignition Positions.............................................2-19
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors.........................2-16
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-50
In¯ation - Tire Pressure...................................5-62
Instrument Panel
Cluster.......................................................3-31
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-17
Instrument Panel Fuse Block..........................5-104
Interior Lamps................................................3-17
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-40
K
KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW.............................3-59
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-14
Interior.......................................................3-17Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-31
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-61
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-63
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running......2-28
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR................................3-59
Liftgate/Liftglass..............................................2-13
Liftglass/Liftgate..............................................2-13
Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-32
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-37
Brake System Warning.................................3-36
Charging System.........................................3-35
Cruise Control.............................................3-44
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-45
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-40
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator................3-34
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-32
Security.....................................................3-44
Tire Pressure..............................................3-40
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-44
Traction Off................................................3-38
Listening to a DVD.........................................3-79
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-44
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-16
Lockout Protection..........................................2-13
Lock-Out Switch.............................................2-15
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Storage Areas (cont.)
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-45
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire, Jack and Tools.......5-84
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-41
Sun Visors.....................................................2-16
Sunroof.........................................................2-47
T
Tachometer....................................................3-32
Taillamps.......................................................5-51
Temperature and Compass Display....................2-32
Testing the Alarm............................................2-17
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-96
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-16
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-16
Passlock
ž...................................................2-18
Third Row......................................................1-66
Third Row ± Lap Belt......................................1-40
Throttle, Adjustable..........................................2-21
TIGHTEN FUEL CAP......................................3-62
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat.....................1-13
Tilting the Full Bench Seat...............................1-18
Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-40
Tire Sidewall Labeling......................................5-54
Tire Size.......................................................5-58
Tire Terminology and De®nitions........................5-60Tires.............................................................5-54
Buying New Tires........................................5-68
Chains.......................................................5-72
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-74
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-73
In¯ation - Tire Pressure................................5-62
Inspection and Rotation................................5-66
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-64
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-69
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-71
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-71
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-68
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater....................2-21
Top Strap......................................................1-57
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-59
Torque Lock...................................................2-29
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires..................4-55
Tow/Haul Mode...............................................2-25
Tow/Haul Mode Light.......................................3-44
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-44
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-51
Your Vehicle...............................................4-44
Traction
Off Light.....................................................3-38
Stabilitrak
žSystem........................................ 4-9
TRACTION ACTIVE........................................3-64
Traction Control Operation................................4-10
TRACTION SYS LIMITED................................3-63
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