2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER traction control

Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which
grades tires by treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This applies only to
vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are
molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car
tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG)
system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver, or temporary use
spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors
passenger cars and light trucks may vary with
respect to these grades, they must also conform
to federal safety requirements and additional
General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC)
standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specied
government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times
as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart signicantly from
the norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA,
A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specied government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
Warning:The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Tire Chains
{CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains. There is not
enough clearance. Tire chains used on a
vehicle without the proper amount of
clearance can cause damage to the
brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts.
The area damaged by the tire chains
could cause you to lose control of your
vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if
its manufacturer recommends it for use
on your vehicle and tire size combination
and road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid
damage to your vehicle, drive slowly,
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readjust or remove the device if it is
contacting your vehicle, and do not spin
your vehicle’s wheels. If you do nd
traction devices that will t, install them
on the front tires.
Accessory Inator
Your vehicle may have an accessory inator. With
it, you can inate things like air mattresses and
basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your
tires up to the proper pressure.
The accessory inator is located in the rear
compartment on the driver’s side. To access the
accessory inator, do the following:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 141
for more information.
2. Lift the lever to move the third row rear
seatback forward. SeeThird Row Seat
on page 27for more information.
3. Remove the cover by pulling the lever up.
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Light (cont.)
Cruise Control.......................................... 247
Highbeam On.......................................... 247
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 248
Malfunction Indicator................................ 242
Oil Pressure............................................. 246
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 235
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 233
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 232
Security................................................... 247
TCS Warning Light.................................. 240
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..... 240
Lighting
Delayed................................................... 208
Entry........................................................ 208
Exit.......................................................... 209
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 404
Lockout Protection....................................... 131
Locks
Automatic Door Lock................................ 131
Delayed Locking...................................... 130
Door........................................................ 128
Lockout Protection................................... 131
Power Door............................................. 129
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 131
Loss of Control........................................... 387
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 248
Luggage Carrier.......................................... 184M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 542
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 545
At Least Once a Month............................ 545
At Least Once a Year .............................. 546
Introduction.............................................. 536
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 543
Maintenance Record................................ 552
Maintenance Requirements...................... 536
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.... 550
Owner Checks and Services.................... 544
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 548
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 539
Using....................................................... 537
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 536
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 242
Manual Rear Quarter Windows.................... 144
Manual Seats.................................................. 9
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 256
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 165
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 166
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 166
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 165
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Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 379
Control System Warning Light.................. 240
StabiliTrak
®System................................. 381
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 445
Transaxle Operation, Automatic................... 155
Trip Odometer............................................. 232
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 196
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 195
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)........ 212
Understanding Radio Reception................... 368
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 493
Universal Home Remote System........169, 170
Operation........................................171, 176
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 376
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 404
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Collection and
Event Data Recorders .............................. 567
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 526
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 526
Vehicle Personalization
DIC .......................................................... 275
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 223
Visors.......................................................... 145
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