2008 HUMMER H3 reset

FLUID
This message displays if the brake uid is low. Check
the brake uid as soon as possible and have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SeeBrakes on
page 5-38for more information. Press and release
the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it
from the display.
FUEL CAP
This message displays if the vehicle’s fuel cap is either
off or loose. Pull over as soon as possible and check
to see if the fuel cap is secure. You may also see
the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster.
If the check engine light does come on when the
fuel cap was loose, it may take a few driving trips before
the light turns off. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-36for more information if the light still remains
on. Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge
the message and clear it from the display.
LOW FUEL
This message displays if the level of fuel in the vehicle
is low. Also check the fuel gage. SeeFuel Gage on
page 3-40for more information. Rell the fuel tank as
soon as possible.
LOW TIRE
This message displays if a low tire pressure is detected
in any of the vehicle’s tires. Press and release the reset
stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the
display. The message appears at each ignition cycle until
the tires are inated to the correct ination pressure. See
Tires on page 5-54andInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-62for more information on tires and the correct
ination pressures.
OIL
This message displays when the oil pressure is low.
SeeOil Pressure Light on page 3-38andEngine Oil
on page 5-15for more information.
PARK BRK (Brake)
This message displays when the parking brake is set.
SeeParking Brake on page 2-32andBrake System
Warning Light on page 3-33for more information. The
message clears from the display after the parking brake
is released or by pressing and releasing the reset stem.
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REDUCED POWER
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine power
is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the
vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but
there is no reduction in performance, proceed to
your destination. The performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be
driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but
acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to
your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible.
Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge the
message and clear it from the display.
SERV (Service) 4WD (Four-Wheel
Drive)
This message displays when there is a problem with the
transfer case control system. Check the transfer case
on your vehicle and have it serviced by your
dealer/retailer. SeeFull-Time Four-Wheel Drive on
page 2-27for more information about the transfer case.
Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge
the message and clear it from the display.
SERV (Service) TPM (Tire Pressure
Monitor)
This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire
pressure light also ashes and then remains on during
the same ignition cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 3-35. Several conditions may cause this message
to appear. SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 5-65for more information. If the warning comes on
and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
See your dealer/retailer.
SERV (Service) VEH (Vehicle)
This message displays if your vehicle needs service.
Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer
as soon as possible.
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SERVICE CHARG (Charge) SYS
(System)
This message displays if there is a problem with the
battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the
battery warning light may also turn on in the instrument
panel cluster. SeeCharging System Light on
page 3-32. The battery will not be charging at an
optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to enter
the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe to drive,
however have the electrical system checked by
your dealer/retailer. Press and release the reset stem
to acknowledge the message and clear it from the
display.
SERVICE STAB (Stability) SYS
(System)
This message displays if there is a problem with the
StabiliTrak®system. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer. SeeStabiliTrak®System on page 4-7
for more information.
STAB (Stability) SYS (System) OFF
This message displays when the StabiliTrak®system is
turned off. SeeStabiliTrak®System on page 4-7for
more information.
TRAC (Traction) OFF
This message along with the traction off light displays
when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off by
pressing the TCS button. SeeTraction Off Light on
page 3-34andTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-5for more information.
TRACTION FAULT
This message displays if there is a problem with the
Traction Control System (TCS). Check the TCS as soon
as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 4-5for more information. Press and release
the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it
from the display.
TURN SIGNAL
This message displays when the turn signal is on for
about 0.75 miles (1.2 km) of travel. Press and release
the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it
from the 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.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with 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. SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-2. 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.
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player,
CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make
sure that it can be added by checking with your
dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering
mobile radio and telephone units. If sound
equipment can be added, it is very important to do
it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere
with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio,
or other systems, and even damage them. Your
vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation
of sound equipment that has been added.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be
played even after the ignition is turned off. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-20for more
information.
Setting the Time
Press and hold H until the correct hour and AM or PM
displays. Press and hold M until the correct minute
displays. The time can be set with the ignition on or off.
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Playing the Radio
P
(Power/Volume):Press to turn the system on
and off.
Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or to
decrease the volume.
DISP (Display):Press to switch the display between
the radio station frequency and the time. When the
ignition is turned off, press to display the time.
For XM™ (if equipped), press the DISP button while in
XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of
information related to the current song or channel: Artist,
Song Title, Category or PTY (program type), Channel
Number/Channel Name.
To change the default on the display, press the DISP
button until you see the desired display, then hold
this knob for two seconds. The radio produces one beep
and the selected display becomes the default.
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume):With automatic
volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make
up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Set the volume at the desired level. Press to select
LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. Each higher setting allows for
more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Then as you drive, automatic volume increases
the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at anyspeed. The volume level should always sound the same
to you as you drive. NONE displays if the radio cannot
determine the vehicle speed. To turn automatic
volume off, press until AVOL OFF displays.
Finding a Station
BAND:Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or
XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The selection displays.
e(Tune):Turn to select radio stations.
tSEEKu:Press and release the arrows to go to
the next or to the previous station and stay there.
To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for more
than two seconds. SCN or SCAN displays and the
radio produces one beep. The radio goes to a station,
plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next
station. Press either arrow again or one of the
pushbuttons to stop scanning presets.
To scan preset stations, press and hold either arrow for
more than four seconds. PSC or PSCN displays and
the radio produces two beeps. The radio goes to
a preset station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to
the next preset station. Press either arrow again or
one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets.
The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong
signal that are in the selected band.
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4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service):If the
current station has a message, the information symbol
displays. Press to see the message. The message can
display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the
message appears every three seconds. To scroll through
the message, press and release this button. A new group
of words display after every press of this button. Once the
complete message has displayed, the information symbol
disappears from the display until another new message is
received. The last message can be displayed by pressing
the
4button. You can view the last message until a new
message is received or a different station is tuned to.
When a message is not available from a station, NO
INFO displays.
1-6 (Preset Pushbuttons) (Radio with Six-Disc CD
Player):Press to play stations that are programmed on
the radio preset pushbuttons.
The radio only seeks preset stations with a strong signal
that are in the selected band.
Setting Preset Stations
Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,
six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed
on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the
following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or
XM1 or XM2.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization.
5. Press and hold one of the six numbered
pushbuttons until a beep sounds. When that
numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station that
was set, returns and the equalization that was
selected, is stored for that pushbutton.
6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
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Playing a Specic Loaded CD
For every CD loaded, a number displays. To play a
specic CD, rst press the CD button, then press the
numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD.
A small bar appears under the CD number that
is playing and the track number displays.
If an error displays, see “CD Messages” later in this
section.
Z(Eject):Press to eject CD(s).
To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and
release this button.
To eject multiple CDs, do the following:
1. Press and hold for ve seconds.
A beep sounds and the indicator light, located to
the right of the slot, begins to ash and EJECT
ALL displays.
2. Once the light stops ashing and turns green,
REMOVE CD # displays. The CD ejects and
can be removed.
Once the CD is removed, the indicator light begins
ashing again and another CD ejects.
To stop ejecting the CDs, press the LOAD or the
eject button.If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD
automatically pulls back into the player. If CD is pushed
back into the player, before the 25 second time period
is complete, the player senses an error and tries to eject
the CD several times before stopping.
Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject a
CD after you have tried to push it in manually. The
player’s 25-second eject timer resets at each press of
the eject button, causing the player to not eject the
CD until the 25-second time period has elapsed.
Z(Eject) (Radio with Single CD):Press to eject a
CD. Eject can be activated with either the ignition or
radio off. CDs can be loaded with the ignition and radio
off if this button is pressed rst.
1
r(Previous) (Radio with Single CD):Press to go
to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds
have played. The previous symbol and the track number
displays. If this button is held or pressed more than once,
the player continues moving backward through the CD.
r(Reverse) (Radio with Six-Disc CD Player):Press
to reverse within the track.
2
[(Next) (Radio with Single CD):Press to go to the
next track. The next symbol and the track number
displays. If this button is held or pressed more than once,
the player continues moving forward through the CD.
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CD Messages
CHECK CD:If this message displays and/or the CD
comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:
It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
The format of the CD might not be compatible.
There could have been a problem while burning
the CD.
The label could be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio
displays an error message, write it down and provide it
to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem.
XM Radio Messages
xL (Explicit Language Channels):These channels, or
any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request,
by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Updating:The encryption code in the receiver is being
updated, and no action is required. This process
should take no longer than 30 seconds.
No Signal:The system is functioning correctly, but the
vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™
signal. When the vehicle is moved into an open area,
the signal should return.
Loading XM:The audio system is acquiring and
processing audio and text data. No action is needed.
This message should disappear shortly.
CH Off Air:This channel is not currently in service.
Tune in to another channel.
CH Unavail:This previously assigned channel is no
longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station
was one of the presets, choose another station for
that preset button.
No Info:No artist, song title, category, or text
information is available at this time on this channel.
The system is working properly.
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