2009 CHEVROLET KODIAK airbag

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................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
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Marker Lamps..............................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Dome Lamps ...............................................3-16
Entry Lighting...............................................3-17
Reading Lamps............................................3-17
Instrument Panel Switchbank..........................3-18
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-19
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-19Climate Controls............................................3-20
Climate Control System.................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-22
Rear Heating System....................................3-23
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-23
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-24
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-25
Trip Odometer..............................................3-25
Tachometer.................................................3-25
Engine Speed Limiter....................................3-25
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-26
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-27
Airbag Off Light............................................3-28
Charging System Light
..................................3-29
Voltmeter Gage............................................3-30
Service Transmission Warning Light................3-30
Range Inhibit Warning Indicator......................3-31
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-31
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light........3-33
Trailer Antilock Brake System Warning Light.......3-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-34
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A.Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22.
B.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-24.
C. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation
on page 2-27orManual Transmission Operation
on page 2-28.
D. Air Brake Controls. SeeParking Brake (With
Hydraulic Brakes) on page 2-38orParking Brake
(With Air Brakes) on page 2-41.
E. Transfer Case Controls (If Equipped). See
Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-30. Air Filter Gage
(If Equipped). SeeAir Filter Restriction Indicator on
page 3-46.F. Auxiliary Gages. SeeWarning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators on page 3-23.
G.Exterior Lamps on page 3-14.
H.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
I.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
J.Audio System(s) on page 3-48.
K.Climate Control System on page 3-20.
L.Instrument Panel Switchbank on page 3-18.
M.Airbag Off Switch on page 1-55.
N.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-19.
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Instrument Panel SwitchbankThis switchbank is located in the center of the instrument
panel.
e:Marker Lamps on page 3-16.
g/j:Power Take-Off (PTO) on page 2-30and
High Idle System on page 2-20.
i:Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-8.
f:Outside Heated Mirrors on page 2-52.
L:Diesel Particulate Filter on page 2-46.
h:Rear Air Suspension Dump Control Switch.
SeeAir Suspension on page 2-44.
k:Rear Axle Shift Control Switch. SeeTwo-Speed
Rear Axle on page 2-36.
q:Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake on page 2-26.
l:Differential Lock Control Switch. SeeRear Axle
Differential Lock Control on page 4-7.
c:Airbag Off Switch on page 1-55.
If the vehicle does not have some of the features
controlled by these switches, a blank switch marker
is in its place.
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Airbag Readiness Light
If your vehicle has airbags, there is an airbag readiness
light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag
symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical
system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an
electrical problem. The system check includes the
airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring, the
passenger airbag suppression circuit and the crash
sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on
the airbag system, seeAirbag System on page 1-48.
This light will come on
when you start your
vehicle, and it will flash for
a few seconds. Then the
light should go out. This
means the system is ready.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the
vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag
system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.The airbag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON/RUN or
START. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it
fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the
vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it
means the airbag system might not be working
properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not
inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the
vehicle serviced right away.
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Airbag Off Light
If the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch, it also has a
passenger airbag status indicator located in the
instrument panel.
When the right front
passenger airbag is
manually turned off using
the airbag on-off switch
on the instrument panel,
the indicator light OFF
will come on and stay on
to remind you that the
airbag has been turned off.
This light will go off when you turn the airbag on. See
Airbag Off Switch on page 1-55for more on this,
including important safety information.{CAUTION:
If the right front passenger’s airbag is turned off
for a person who is not in a risk group identified
by the national government, that person will not
have the extra protection of an airbag. In a crash,
the airbag will not be able to inflate and help
protect the person sitting there.
Do not turn off the passenger’s airbag unless the
person sitting there is in a risk group identified by
the national government. SeeAirbag Off Switch on
page 1-55for more on this, including important
safety information.
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{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and
stays on, it means that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. For example, the right
front passenger airbag could inflate even though
the airbag on-off switch is turned off.
To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the
vehicle serviced right away. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 3-27for more information, including
important safety information.
If the word ON is lit, it means that the right front
passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate). See
Airbag Off Switch on page 1-55for more on this,
including important safety information.
Charging System Light
The charging system light
may be located in the
instrument panel cluster, or
with the auxiliary warning
lights in the center of
the instrument panel.
It should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition,
before the engine is running, as a check to show
that it is working.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, have
your vehicle checked right away. You could have a loose
generator drive belt or some other problem.
Driving while this light is on will drain your battery. If you
must drive a short distance with the light on, turn off
your radio and other accessories. Sustained driving with
a generator failure could result in a lack of back-up
braking if the engine quits or the power steering pump
should fail.
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Service
For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer.
You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and
supported service people.
Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:
Accessories and Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories to the vehicle can affect
its performance and safety. Such things as airbags,
braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems,
aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like
anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability control
could be affected. Some non-dealer accessories could
even cause malfunction or damage to parts and systems
and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Damage to vehicle components resulting from the
installation or use of non-GM certified parts, including
control module modifications, are not covered under the
terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining
warranty coverage for affected parts.
GM Accessories are designed to complement and
function with other systems on the vehicle. Your GM
dealer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine
GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer and
ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained
and supported service technicians will perform the
work using genuine GM Accessories.
Also, seeAdding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle on page 1-58.
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Aftermarket Engine Performance
Enhancement Products and
Modifications
Some aftermarket engine performance products and
modifications promise a way to increase the horsepower
and torque levels of the vehicle’s powertrain. You should
be aware that these products could have harmful effects
on the performance and life of the engine, exhaust
emission system, transmission, and drivetrain. The
engines, transmissions, and drivetrains have been
designed and built to offer industry leading durability and
performance in the most demanding applications. Engine
power enhancement products may enable the engine to
operate at horsepower and torque levels that could
damage, create failure, or reduce the life of the engine,
engine emission system, transmission, and drivetrain.
Damage, failure, or reduced life of the engine,
transmission, emission system, drivetrain, or other
vehicle components caused by aftermarket engine
performance enhancement products or modifications
might not be covered under the vehicle warranty.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or
emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including
some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some
component wear by-products contain and/or emit
these chemicals.
California Perchlorate Materials
Requirements
Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag
initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries
contained in remote keyless transmitters, may contain
perchlorate materials. Special handling may be
necessary. For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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