2008 CHEVROLET KODIAK turn signal

Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static can occur during
normal radio reception if items such as cell phone
chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external
electronic devices are plugged into the accessory
power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the
item from the accessory power outlet.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for
FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with each other.
For better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost
the power levels during the day, and then reduce
these levels during the night. Static can also occur when
things like storms and power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble
on your radio.
FM Stereo
FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals reach
only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or
hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound
to fade in and out.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged. If the mast should ever
become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the
mast is badly bent, replace it.
Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still
tightened to its base. If tightening is required, tighten by
hand, then with a wrench one quarter turn.
Chime Level Adjustment
The radio is used to adjust the vehicle’s chime level.
To change the volume level of the chime, press and hold
pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power
off. The volume level will change from the normal
level to loud, and HI will appear on the radio display.
To change back to the default or normal setting, press
and hold pushbutton 6 again. The volume level will
change from the loud level to normal, and LO will appear
on the radio display. Each time the chime volume is
changed, three chimes will sound as an example of the
new volume selected. Removing the radio and not
replacing it with a factory radio or chime module will
disable vehicle chimes.
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Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves
fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little
faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator
slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and
it keeps the battery (or batteries) charged. You will
need a well-charged battery (or batteries) to restart the
vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with the
headlamps. Let the heater run for a while.
If you have a diesel engine, you may have to run it at a
higher speed to get enough heat.
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost
all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine
again and repeat this only when you feel really
uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as
possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help
keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do
some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until
help comes.If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free your
vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4-20.
If your vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to
free a stuck vehicle. Refer to your vehicle’s traction
system in the Index. If the stuck condition is too severe
for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the
traction system off and use the rocking method.
{CAUTION:
If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high
speed, they can explode, and you or others
could be injured. The vehicle can overheat,
causing an engine compartment re or other
damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible
and avoid going above 35 mph (55 km/h) as
shown on the speedometer.
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Trailer Connections
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package
Your vehicle may be equipped with an eight-wire trailer
towing harness. This harness, with a seven-pin
universal heavy-duty trailer connector, is attached to a
bracket on the platform hitch.
The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) wire is
tied next to the trailer wiring harness for use with a
trailer.
The eight-wire harness contains the following trailer
circuits:
•Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal
•Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal
•Brown: Taillamps
•White: Ground
•Light Green: Back-up Lamps
•Light Blue: CHMSL
•Red: Battery Feed
•Dark Blue: Trailer Brake
Trailer Connections
(C7/C8 Models Only)
If your vehicle has these trailer connections, they are
located at the rear of the cab for a tractor and at the rear
of the chassis when towing a trailer. There will be an
air connection and an electrical connection.
Be sure that the couplings to the trailer are made
correctly.
Air Connections
If you are not connecting the trailer air line connections
to another piece of equipment, be sure to replace
their protective caps.
Electrical Connections
This system is a seven-wire cable that will connect to
the trailer, supplying power to the trailer’s lighting
system. When not in use, it is stored in the trailer
air-hose storage bracket.
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Fuse Usage
13Trailer Turn Signals/Hazard Warning
Flashers
14 Radio/Chime
15 Daytime Running Lamps
16 Airbag System
17 Exterior/Interior Lamps
18 Parking Brake
19 Accessory Power
20 Ignition 4
21 Sidemarker Lamps
22 Turn Signal/Backup Lamps
23 Transmission
24 Hydraulics/Air Brake
A Spare
B SpareFuse Usage
Blank Not Used
BRK Brake Warning Lamp
RT PRK Passenger Side Parking Lamps
Blank Not Used
Blank Not Used
LT PARK Driver Side Parking Lamps
RT REAR
TRN/STOPPassenger Side Rear Turn
Signal/Stoplamp
LT REAR
TRN/STOPDriver Side Rear Turn
Signal/Stoplamp
RADIO Radio
Blank Not Used
Blank Not Used
PWR WNDW Power Windows
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Relay Usage
ECU/PTO*Engine Control Unit/Power Take-Off
*Diesel 7.8 DURAMAX
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BRK LAMPC4/C5 Brake Lamps,
C6/C7/C8 Tractor/Trailer Wiring
DRL Daytime Running Lamps
IGN-4 Ignition
CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp
MRK LTS Sidemarker and Clearance Lamps
HTD/MIRR Heated Mirrors
HTR Diesel Heated Fuel
RT TRN TRLR Passenger Side Trailer Turn Signal
Blank Not Used
LT TRN TRLR Driver Side Trailer Turn Signal
Blank Not Used
Blank Not Used
Blank Not Used
Underhood Fuse Block
When a circuit goes out, the problem could be in either
the primary or secondary underhood fuse blocks.
These blocks use blade-type fuses.
Both underhood fuse blocks are located in the engine
compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle.To access the fuse blocks, gently squeeze both sides of
the cover to unlatch the tabs at the top. Then, unsnap
both attachments at the bottom and remove the cover.
Notice:Spilling liquid on any electrical components
on your vehicle may damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical component.
Be sure to replace fuses with fuses of the same rating.
Do not use fuses of higher amperage than those
indicated on the fuse block.
Primary Underhood Fuse Block
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Windshield Wipers and Washers Check
Check operation and condition of the wiper blades.
Check the flow of the washer spray.
Defroster Check
Move the control to the defrost symbol and the fan to HI
or the high symbol. Then check the airflow from the
ducts at the inside base of the windshield.
Mirrors and Sun Visors Check
Check that friction joints hold mirrors and sun visors
in place.
Seat Adjuster Check
When adjusting a manual seat, be sure seat adjusters
latch by attempting to move the seat after latching.
Lamps Check
Check panel lighting, warning lights, indicator lights, and
interior lamps. On the outside, check: license plate
lamps, sidemarker lamps, reflectors or lights on outside
mirrors, headlamps, parking lamps, identification and
clearance lamps, taillamps, brake lamps, turn signals,
backup lamps, and hazard warning flashers. Have
headlamp aim checked at once if beams seem
improperly aimed.
Glass, Mirrors, Lamps, and/or
Reectors Condition Check
Look for broken, scratched, dirty, or damaged glass,
mirrors, lamps, or reflectors that could reduce the view
or visibility or cause injury. Replace, clean, or repair
promptly.
Door Latches Check
Check that doors close, latch, and lock tightly. Check for
broken, damaged, or missing parts that might prevent
tight latching.
Hood Latches Check
Check that the hood closes firmly. Check for broken,
damaged, loose, or missing parts that might prevent
tight latching. Make sure the secondary latch, if the
vehicle has one, keeps the hood from opening all the way
when the primary latch is released.
Fluid Leaks Check
Check for fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks by
looking at the surface beneath the vehicle after it has
been parked for awhile.
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Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-41
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation..................................................... 2-4
Replacement Parts, Maintenance.....................5-115
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government................................... 7-9
General Motors............................................. 7-9
United States Government.............................. 7-9
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-60
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-61
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-20
Routing, Engine Drive Belt..............................5-117
Running Out of Fuel...............................2-50, 5-17
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Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-96
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-16
Lap Belt.....................................................1-27
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-24
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-28Safety Belts (cont.)
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-26
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-11
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements.................. 6-4
Seats
Air Suspension Seats.................................... 1-6
Bucket Seats................................................ 1-2
Rear Seat Operation....................................1-10
Split Bench Seat........................................... 1-6
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-44
Center Rear Seat Position............................1-42
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-40
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-44
Service........................................................... 5-4
Accessories and Modifications......................... 5-4
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-6
Engine Fan Breakage.................................... 5-6
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-36
Publications Ordering Information...................7-10
Transmission Warning Light..........................3-31
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-59
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-99
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Sliding Rear Windows....................................... 2-9
Snow Plow....................................................4-23
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Specifications, Capacities...............................5-109
Speedometer..................................................3-26
Split Bench Seat.............................................. 1-6
Starting Diesel Engine.....................................2-14
Starting the Gasoline Engine............................2-12
Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-7
Storage Areas................................................2-53
Center Console Storage Area........................2-53
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-19
Sun Visors...................................................... 2-9
Suspension, Air..............................................2-44
Switchbanks, Instrument Panel..........................3-18
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Tachometer....................................................3-26
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-57
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Time, Setting..................................................3-48
Tires.............................................................5-82
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning.................................................5-98
Buying New Tires........................................5-85
Cleaning....................................................5-99
Dual Tire Operation.....................................5-84
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-92
Inflation - Tire Pressure................................5-82
Tightening the Wheel Nuts............................5-86Tires (cont.)
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-86
Wheel Loading............................................5-83
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-90
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-84
Tow Hooks.....................................................4-20
Towing
Your Vehicle...............................................4-24
Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Trailer
Connections................................................4-26
Trailer Brake Hand Control Valve........................ 4-6
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-43
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-43
Service Warning Light..................................3-31
Temperature Gage.......................................3-39
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-29
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-30
Trip Odometer................................................3-26
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
Two-Speed Rear Axle......................................2-27
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Using this Manual................................................ ii
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