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Service........................................................ 356
Accessories and Modi cations................... 356
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 357
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 357
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle...................................... 358
Fuel............................................................. 358
Gasoline Octane........................................ 358
Gasoline Speci cations.............................. 358
California Fuel........................................... 359
Additives................................................... 359
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 360
Filling the Tank......................................... 361
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 363
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 364
Hood Release........................................... 364
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 366
Engine Oil................................................. 369
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 372
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 374
Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 375
Engine Coolant.......................................... 379Radiator Pressure Cap.............................. 382
Engine Overheating................................... 382
Cooling System......................................... 384
Engine Fan Noise..................................... 390
Power Steering Fluid ................................. 390
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 391
Brakes...................................................... 392
Battery...................................................... 396
Jump Starting............................................ 397
All-Wheel Drive........................................... 402
Rear Axle.................................................... 402
Front Axle................................................... 403
Bulb Replacement....................................... 404
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 404
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps....................................... 405
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps............. 405
License Plate Lamp................................... 407
Replacement Bulbs................................... 407
Windshield Replacement............................ 408
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 408
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is lled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is
designed to remain in your vehicle for ve years or
150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs
rst, 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 you have
a problem with engine overheating, seeEngine
Overheating on page 382.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to
−34°F (−37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they
should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®
may cause premature engine, heater core,
or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine
coolant may require changing sooner, at
the rst maintenance service after each
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs rst. Any repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in your
vehicle.
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Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be
careful not to spill it.
{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on
hot engine parts. Coolant contains
ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the
engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
Occasionally check the coolant level in the
radiator. For information on how to add coolant to
the radiator, seeCooling System on page 384.
Radiator Pressure Cap
Notice:If the pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and possible engine
damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly
and tightly secured.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 366
for information on location.
Engine Overheating
You will nd a coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 189for more
information.
If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center
(DIC), the display will show an Engine Coolant
Hot/Engine Overheated message. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 202for more
information.
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Tires
Your 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 GM Warranty booklet
for details. For additional information refer to
the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your
vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used
tires are dangerous.
Overloading your vehicle’s tires can
cause overheating as a result of too
much friction. You could have an
air-out and a serious accident. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 330.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
Underin ated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting accident could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
maintain the recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be checked when
your vehicle’s tires are cold. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 419.
Overin ated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a
pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If
the tire’s tread is badly worn, or if
your vehicle’s tires have been
damaged, replace them.
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4. Press and release the switch to turn the air
in ator on. The indicator light will remain on
when the in ator is running.
The system has an internal clock to prevent
the system from overheating. The system
will allow about ve minutes of running time,
then the compressor will stop. The indicator
light will then begin to ash. When the indicator
is off, the in ator can be started again by
pressing the switch. If the compressor is still
hot, it may only run for a short time before
shutting off again.
5. Press and release the switch to turn the
in ator off.
Place the in ator kit tools in the pouch and store it
in its proper location. Remove the in ator hose
from the outlet during loading and unloading. Load
leveling will not function with the in ator hose
attached to the in ator outlet. SeeElectronically
Controlled Air Suspension System on page 337for
more information.
To reinstall the cover, line up the tabs at the back
of the cover, put it in place and latch the tabs.If the indicator light on the accessory in ator
ashes continuously, it could indicate that there is
a malfunction in the air suspension system.
SeeElectronically Controlled Air Suspension
System on page 337for more information.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are
driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s
tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is
much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you
should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips
about what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the at tire will create a drag
that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your
foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the
steering wheel rmly. Steer to maintain lane
position, and then gently brake to a stop well out
of the traffic lane.
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Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 198
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 199
DIC Vehicle Customization....................... 208
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 202
Driving
At Night................................................... 314
City.......................................................... 319
Defensive................................................. 282
Drunken................................................... 283
Freeway................................................... 320
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 323
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 316
Off-Road.................................................. 299
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 330
Winter...................................................... 325
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 170
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System............. 260
E
Electric Power Management........................ 167
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 464
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 465
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 465
Headlamps............................................... 464Electrical System (cont.)
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 464
Rear Underseat Fuse Block..................... 471
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 464
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension
System.................................................... 337
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 374
Battery..................................................... 396
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 190
Coolant.................................................... 379
Coolant Heater......................................... 112
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 189
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 492
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 366
Exhaust................................................... 122
Fan Noise................................................ 390
Oil ........................................................... 369
Oil Life System........................................ 372
Overheating............................................. 382
Reduced Power Light............................... 195
Starting.................................................... 110
Entry Lighting.............................................. 337
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 337
Exit Lighting................................................ 337
Extender, Safety Belt................................... 337
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