2008 HUMMER H2 spare tire

5. Try to move the tire back and forth slightly to make
sure it is secure.
6. Slide the license plate holder onto the spare or at
tire. Secure it from the back of the tire carrier with
the wing nut.
If you choose not to reinstall the spare or at tire on
the vehicle, you still need to reinstall the license
plate holder on the spare tire carrier.
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8. Place the narrow end of the tool bag under the
seat rails as shown and slide the tool bag under
the rear seat.
Be careful not to pinch the seat cables or electrical
harnesses.
9. Reinstall the strap to the seat rail for the tool bag.
Wrap the strap around the seat rail and then
secure it to the tool bag.
10. Return the seat to the correct position. SeeSplit
Folding Rear Seat on page 1-8for more information.
Spare Tire
Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inated spare tire.
A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its
ination pressure regularly. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-61andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-44
for information regarding proper tire ination and loading
your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install
or store a spare tire, seeRemoving the Flat Tire
and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-88andStoring
a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (SUT) on page 5-94
orStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (SUV)
on page 5-96.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is
correctly inated. The spare tire is made to perform well
at speeds up to 70 mph (112 km/h) at the recommended
ination pressure, so you can nish your trip.
Have the damaged or at road tire repaired or replaced
as soon as you can and installed back onto your
vehicle. This way, a spare tire will be available in case
you need it again. Do not mix tires and wheels of
different sizes, because they will not t. Keep your spare
tire and its wheel together.
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Spare tire carrier hinge and latch: Inspect for leaks
and lubricate if required. Remove the setscrew at the
hinge casting and add lubricant, moving the hinge back
and forth periodically, until lubricant can be seen
coming from the setscrew opening. Install setscrew and
tighten to 7 ft lb (9Y).See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-12 for what lubricant to use.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation.
(h)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service can
be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform
this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for what to
use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure
cap, and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and
pressure cap.(j)A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and
the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed.
(k)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or
obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability, and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your dealer/retailer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Notice:It is important to check the engine oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to
keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause
damage to the engine not covered by your warranty.
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-24.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer uid reservoir and add the proper uid if
necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are
inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-61. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-78.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-67.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hood HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Outer Tailgate
Handle Pivot
PointsMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Spare Tire
Carrier HingePTFE Filled Synthetic Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 89022180,
in Canada 890221801) meeting
GM Specication 9986139.
Spare Tire
Carrier LatchMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 3634770,
in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
Weatherstrip
SqueaksSynthetic Grease
with Teon, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12371287,
in Canada 10953437).
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Services Provided
The following services are provided in the U.S. and
Canada up to 5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km),
whichever occurs rst, and, in Canada only, up
to a maximum coverage of $100. These services are
provided at a nominal charge if the vehicle is no longer
in the Powertrain warranty.
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel for the
vehicle to get to the nearest service station
(approximately $5 in Canada). For safety reasons,
propane and other alternate fuels will not be
provided through this service.
Lock-out Service:Lock-out service will be covered
at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your
vehicle. A remote unlock may be available if you
have an active OnStar
®subscription. To ensure
security, the driver must present personal
identication before lock-out service is provided.
In Canada, the vehicle registration is also required.
Emergency Tow from a Public Roadway or
Highway:Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty
service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling crash.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire in good
condition, when equipped and properly inated,
will be covered at no charge. The customer is
responsible for the repair or replacement of the
tire if not covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:A battery jump start is covered at no
charge if the vehicle does not start.
Trip Routing Service:Upon request, Roadside
Assistance will send you detailed, computer
personalized maps, highlighting your choice of either
the most direct route or the most scenic route to your
destination, anywhere in North America, along with
helpful travel information pertaining to your trip.
Please allow three weeks before your planned
departure date. In Canada, trip routing requests will
be limited to six per calendar year.
Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:If your
trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental
expenses may be reimbursed during the 5 years/
100,000 miles (160 000 km) warranty period. Items
covered are hotel, meals, and rental car.
HUMMER and General Motors of Canada Limited
reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to
an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion,
the claims become excessive in frequency or type of
occurrence.
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Radio Frequency Identication (RFID), Privacy....7-17
Radios..........................................................3-72
Radio(s)........................................................3-75
Radios
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................3-104
Rear Seat Audio........................................3-114
Reception.................................................3-117
Setting the Clock.........................................3-73
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-116
Reading Lamps..............................................3-19
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System
and Electronic Climate Controls.....................3-29
Rear Axle......................................................5-45
Locking........................................................ 4-6
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-12
Rear Heated Seats........................................... 1-8
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-65
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-114
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-105
Rear Vision Camera........................................2-50
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.........................3-11
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-45
Reclining Seatbacks, Power............................... 1-5Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recovery Loops..............................................4-40
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-51
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-5
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-8
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.............................................5-88
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...........5-80, 5-84
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-53
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-14
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-14
General Motors...........................................7-14
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-76
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-77
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-29
Ride Height, Selectable Extended Rear Ride......4-53
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-40
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-15
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-44
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Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-33
Safety Belts
Care of....................................................5-103
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-22
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-30
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-35
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-16
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 1-7
Heated Seats............................................... 1-4
Heated Seats - Rear..................................... 1-8
Memory, Mirrors............................................ 1-4
Power Lumbar.............................................. 1-3
Power Reclining Seatbacks............................. 1-5
Power Seats................................................. 1-2
Split Folding Rear Seat.................................. 1-8
Third Row Seat...........................................1-10
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-57
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-60
Security Light.................................................3-46
Selectable Extended Rear Ride Height...............4-53Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-4
California Pershlorate Materials Requirements.... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-3
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-42
Publications Ordering Information...................7-15
Service, Scheduling Appointments....................... 7-8
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-75
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-106
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-41
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-42
Side Steps.....................................................4-32
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Spare Tire.....................................................5-99
Carrier, Tailgate...........................................2-16
Installing....................................................5-88
Removing...........................................5-80, 5-84
Storing...............................................5-94, 5-96
Specications, Capacities...............................5-117
Speedometer..................................................3-33
Split Folding Rear Seat..................................... 1-8
StabiliTrak
®System.......................................... 4-7
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light................................3-40
Start Vehicle, Remote....................................... 2-8
Starting the Engine.........................................2-30
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