2007 CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER traction control

With cruise control, you can maintain a speed
of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without
keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can
really help on long trips. Cruise control does not
work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
If you apply the brakes, the cruise control shuts off.
{CAUTION:
Cruise control can be dangerous where
you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
So, do not use your cruise control on
winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
excessive wheel slip, and you could
lose control. Do not use cruise control
on slippery roads.
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when
you are not using cruise, you might hit a
button and go into cruise when you do
not want to. You could be startled and
even lose control. Keep the cruise control
switch off until you want to use cruise
control.
Setting Cruise Control
1. Move the cruise control switch to on.
2. Get up to the speed you want.
3. Press the set button at the end of the
lever and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The accelerator pedal will not go down.
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StabiliTrak®Service Light
This light will come
on briey when the
engine is started.
This light will come on if a problem is detected
in the StabiliTrak
®system.
For more information seeStabiliTrak
®System
on page 313.
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light
This warning light
should come on
briey when the
engine is started.
During most driving conditions, this light will not
come on. If the StabiliTrak
®System is actively
controlling the stability and/or traction of the
vehicle, this light will ash. This is normal.
This light will come on if any portion of the system
has been manually turned off or a problem is
detected in the system.
If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center,
a message will appear also, seeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 224andStabiliTrak
®
System on page 313for more information.
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SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
This message displays if a part on the Tire
Pressure Monitor (TPM) system is not working
properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of the
four sensors are missing or inoperable, the warning
comes on in about 20 minutes. A sensor would
be missing, for example, if you put different wheels
on your vehicle without transferring the sensors.
If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be
a problem with the TPM. See your dealer/retailer.
STABILITRAK ACTIVE
This message displays anytime the StabiliTrak®
system activates to maintain vehicle stability.
Any combination of engine speed management,
brake traction control, and stability control
displays this message.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display if driving conditions
delay StabiliTrak®system initialization. This
is normal. Once the system initializes, this
message will no longer be displayed on the DIC.
STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays when you press the
StabiliTrak®button for more than ve seconds
or when stability control has been automatically
disabled. The StabiliTrak
®button is located on
the transmission shift handle. To limit wheel
spin and realize the full benets of the stability
enhancement system, you should normally
leave StabiliTrak
®on. However, you should
turn StabiliTrak®off if your vehicle gets stuck
in sand, mud, ice, or snow and you want to rock
your vehicle to attempt to free it, or if you are
driving in extreme off-road conditions and require
more wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck
in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 354.
To turn the StabiliTrak
®system back on, press
the StabiliTrak®button again.
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There are several conditions that can cause
this message to appear.
The message may display if the brake
system warning light is on. SeeBrake
System Warning Light on page 208.
The message displays if the vehicle is
shifted into 4LO.
The message turns off as soon as the conditions
that caused the message to be displayed are
no longer present.
TIGHTEN FUEL CAP
This message may display and a chime may
sound if the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened
properly. Fully reinstall the fuel cap. SeeFilling
the Tank on page 391. The diagnostic system
can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or
improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel
cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
This message remains on until it is acknowledged
and cleared from the DIC display by pressing
any of the DIC buttons or the trip stem. The
DIC message is also cancelled if the ignition
is turned off.The DIC message and the Service Engine Soon
light may come on again during a second trip
if the fuel cap is still not tightened properly.
SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on page 212
for more information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when you momentarily
press the StabiliTrak®button located on the
transmission shift handle. In this mode, stability
control and the brake-traction control are
functional. Engine speed management will
be modied and the driven wheels can spin
more freely. For more details on this mode,
seeStabiliTrak
®System on page 313.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays and a chime sounds if a
turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km).
Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the
off position. Press any of the DIC buttons, or the
trip stem, to acknowledge this message and
clear it from the DIC display.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then
read the pages following to familiarize yourself
with its features.
Driving without distraction is a necessity for a
safer driving experience. SeeDefensive Driving
on page 306. By taking a few moments to read
this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s
audio system, you can use it with less effort,
as well as take advantage of its features.
While your vehicle is parked, set up your audio
system by presetting your favorite radio stations,
setting the tone and adjusting the speakers.
Then, when driving conditions permit, you
can tune to your favorite stations using the
presets and steering wheel controls if the
vehicle has them.{CAUTION:
This system provides you with a far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and
you or others can be injured or killed.
Always keep your eyes on the road and
your mind on the drive — avoid engaging
in extended searching while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. Here are some ways in which you
can help avoid distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
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Navigation/Radio System
Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system.
The navigation system has built-in features
intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology
alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace
your own judgment. See the Navigation System
manual for some tips to help you reduce
distractions while driving.
Rear Seat Entertainment System
Your vehicle may have the Digital Versatile
Disc (DVD) Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
system. The RSE system includes a DVD player,
a video display screen, two sets of wireless
headphones, and a remote control.
Parental Control
This button is located behind the video screen.
Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing
to freeze the video and mute the audio. The video
screen displays Parental Control ON and the
power indicator light on the DVD player ashes.It also disables all other button operations from
the remote control and the DVD player, with
the exception of the eject button. Press this button
again to restore operation of the DVD player.
This button can also be used to turn the DVD
player power on and automatically resume play if
the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or if RAP
is active.
Before You Drive
The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only.
The driver cannot safely view the video screen
while driving and should not try to do so.
Headphones
The RSE system includes two sets of wireless
headphones.
Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control.
An indicator light illuminates on the headphones
when they are on. If the light does not illuminate,
the batteries may need to be replaced. See “Battery
Replacement” following for more information.
Each set of headphones has a volume knob.
To adjust the volume, adjust this knob.
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Remember: ABS does not 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 will not have
time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly
slows or stops. Always leave enough room up
ahead to stop, even though you have ABS.
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake
pedal down rmly and let anti-lock work for you.
You might feel the brakes vibrate or notice
some noise, but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With ABS, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you
more than even the very best braking.
Locking Rear Axle
If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear
axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud,
ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle
most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels
has no traction and the other does, this feature will
allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
StabiliTrak®System
Your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®,
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) which combines
antilock brake, traction and stability control
systems and helps the driver maintain directional
control of the vehicle in most driving conditions.
Traction control activates when the controller
senses wheel spin. StabiliTrak
®will selectively
apply the brakes and reduce engine torque to
help regain traction.
Stability control activates when the controller
senses a discrepancy between your intended
path and the direction the vehicle is travelling.
StabiliTrak
®selectively applies braking pressure
at any one of the vehicle’s brakes to help guide the
vehicle in the direction which you are steering.
When you rst start your vehicle and begin to drive
away, the system performs several diagnostic
checks to insure there are no problems. You may
hear or feel the system working. This is normal
and does not mean there is a problem with
your vehicle. If driving conditions delay system
initialization, the STABILITRAK NOT READY
message may be displayed. If this is the case,
your vehicle does not need servicing.
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For more information on the stability messages,
seeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 224.
When the StabiliTrak
®
system is both on and
actively controlling
the stability of the
vehicle, the StabiliTrak
®
light will blink for the
duration of the event.
You may also feel or hear the system working.
This is normal.
The StabiliTrak
®disable
button is located on
the transmission
shift handle.
For vehicles with four-wheel drive, the StabiliTrak
®
system is automatically disabled in 4LO mode
and cannot be turned on until the vehicle is
switched to 2HI, 4HI, or 4AWD.The StabiliTrak
®system has three modes of
operation: STABILITRAK ON, TRACTION
CONTROL OFF, and STABILITRAK OFF.
STABILITRAK ON -The vehicle will default to
STABILITRAK ON every time the driver starts the
vehicle. The StabiliTrak
®light will be off and no
DIC messages will be displayed.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF - The driver can
modify the engine speed management system by
momentarily pressing the StabiliTrak
®button
on the transmission shift handle. The StabiliTrak®
light will come on and TRACTION CONTROL
OFF will be displayed. For vehicles without a DIC,
the StabiliTrak
®indicator light will come on.
Momentarily pressing the StabiliTrak®button
again will return the system to the STABILITRAK
ON mode.
STABILITRAK OFF - The driver can turn off
StabiliTrak
®by pressing the StabiliTrak®button for
more than ve seconds. The StabiliTrak®light will
come on and STABILITRAK OFF will be displayed.
For vehicles without a DIC, the StabiliTrak
®
indicator light will come on. Momentarily pressing
the StabiliTrak®button again will return the system
to the STABILITRAK ON mode. See StabiliTrak®
Off below for more information.
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