2008 CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER Owners Manual

Rear Floor Storage Lid
{CAUTION:
If any removable convenience item is not
secured properly, it can move around in a
collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Be sure to secure any such
item properly.
Your vehicle has a rear cargo area with a removable
storage lid.
To remove the rear oor storage lid:
1. Press the latch release and lift up the latch handle.
2. Raise the lid slightly to unhook it.
3. Pull the lid toward you to release it from the forward
mounting tabs.
To reinstall the rear oor storage lid, reverse the
previous steps. Make sure the lid is secure by applying
slight pressure to the latch until you hear it click.
Convenience Net
Your vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear of
the vehicle. Store small loads as far forward as
possible. The net should not be used to store
heavy loads.
Cargo Cover
If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to
cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
To install the cargo cover:
1. Align the endcap with the pocket in the trim panel
located behind the rear seat.
2. Squeeze the opposite endcap, align it with the
pocket located on the opposite side of the trim
panel and release.
3. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover.
4. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside of the
vehicle to secure it.
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To remove the cargo cover, do the following:
1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully
roll it back up.
2. Squeeze one endcap and remove it from the
pocket in the trim panel.
3. Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap so
that you can remove the shade from the vehicle.
{CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could be
thrown about the vehicle during a collision or
sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove the cover, always store
it in the proper storage location. When you put
it back, always be sure that it is securely
reattached.
Cargo Tie Downs
There are four cargo tie-downs located in the rear
compartment of the vehicle, that can be used to secure
small loads.
Sunroof
The vehicle may have a power sliding sunroof. To open
or close the sunroof, the ignition must be turned to RUN,
ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must
be active. SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 2-21.
Press and release the
back of the control in the
overhead console to
open the sunroof. Press
the front of the control
to close the sunroof.
Once the sunroof is closed, press the forward side of
the control to open the sunroof to the vent position.
The sunroof has a sunshade which can be pulled
forward to block sun rays. If it is in the closed position, it
will open when the sunroof opens.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Headlamps..................................................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-17
Dome Lamps ...............................................3-17
Dome Lamp Override....................................3-17
Entry Lighting...............................................3-18
Exit Lighting.................................................3-18
Reading Lamps............................................3-18
Electric Power Management...........................3-18
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-19
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-20Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-21
Climate Controls............................................3-21
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-21
Dual Automatic Climate Control System...........3-24
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-28
Rear Climate Control System.........................3-28
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-30
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-31
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-32
Trip Odometer..............................................3-32
Tachometer.................................................3-32
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-33
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-34
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-35
Charging System Light..................................3-37
Voltmeter Gage............................................3-37
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-38
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light. . . .3-39
StabiliTrak Service Light................................3-39
StabiliTrak Indicator Light...............................3-40
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-40
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-41
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-41
Oil Pressure Gage........................................3-44
Change Engine Oil Light................................3-45
Security Light...............................................3-46
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Cruise Control Light......................................3-46
Reduced Engine Power Light.........................3-46
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-47
Service Four-Wheel Drive
Warning Light...........................................3-47
Check Gages Warning Light...........................3-47
Gate Ajar Light.............................................3-47
Fuel Gage...................................................3-48
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-48
Check Gas Cap Light....................................3-48
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-49
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-50
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-53
DIC Vehicle Customization.............................3-58Audio System(s).............................................3-64
Setting the Clock..........................................3-66
Radio(s)......................................................3-66
Using an MP3..............................................3-83
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-87
Navigation/Radio System...............................3-89
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System...........3-89
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)................................3-103
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-104
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-105
Radio Reception.........................................3-106
Fixed Mast Antenna....................................3-106
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-107
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-107
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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✍NOTES
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Instrument Panel Overview
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Exterior Lamp Control. SeeHeadlamps on page 3-14.
B. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-28.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
D. OnStar
®and Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(If Equipped). SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls
on page 3-105.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-31.
F. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-20.
G. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-105.
H. Transfer Case Controls. See “Automatic Transfer
Case” underFour-Wheel Drive on page 2-28.
I. Rear Window Washer/Wiper. SeeWindshield
Washer on page 3-9.
J. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-64.
K. Climate Controls. SeeDual Climate Control
System on page 3-21.
L. Dome Lamp Override Button. SeeDome Lamp
Override on page 3-17.M. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). SeeFog Lamps on
page 3-16. Instrument Panel Brightness Control.
SeeInstrument Panel Brightness on page 3-17.
N. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-11.
O. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel
Controls (If Equipped). SeeDriver Information Center
(DIC) on page 3-49.
P. Ashtray. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-21.
Q. Shift Lever and StabiliTrak
®Button. SeeShifting Into
PARK (P) on page 2-33andStabiliTrak®System
on page 4-5.
R. Lighter. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-21.
S. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 3-20.
T. Rear Window Defogger. See “Rear Window
Defogger” underDual Climate Control System on
page 3-21andDual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 3-24.
U. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-55.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers warn others. They also let
the police and other emergency vehicles know you have
a problem.
The hazard warning asher
button is located on top of
the steering column.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal
lamps ash on and off. Press the button again to
turn the ashers off.
The hazard warning ashers work no matter what
ignition position the key is in, and even if the key is not
in the ignition.
When the hazard warning ashers are on, your vehicle’s
turn signals will not work.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reective triangles, you can set them up at
the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind
your vehicle.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the
steering wheel pad.
Tilt Wheel
The tilt lever is on the
outboard side of the
steering column,
under the turn signal lever.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to
change the position, then release the lever to lock.
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