2009 CHEVROLET TAHOE Owners Manual

Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. It automatically turns off
several minutes after it has been activated. The defogger
can also be turned off by turning off the engine. Do not
drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to
clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere
anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass.
These actions may damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Heated Mirrors:For vehicles with heated outside
rearview mirrors, the mirrors heat to help clear fog or
frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window
defog button is pressed. SeeOutside Power Mirrors
on page 2-53.
Sensors
The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille in the
middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar heat.
Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not
work properly.
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The interior temperature sensors located in the headliner
above the driver side seat and if equipped, in the
headliner above the second row seats measure the
temperature of the air inside the vehicle.
There is also an exterior temperature sensor located
behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air
temperature and helps maintain the temperature
inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle
could cause a false reading in the displayed
temperature.
The climate control system uses the information from
these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by
adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the air
delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler
air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The
recirculation mode will also be used as needed to
maintain cool outlet temperatures.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side
of the instrument panel to direct the airow.
Operation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow,
or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The
heater and defroster will work far better, reducing
the chance of fogging the inside of the windows.
When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, press
the fan up button to the maximum fan level
before driving. This helps clear the intake ducts of
snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of
fogging the inside of the window.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of
objects. This helps air to circulate throughout
the vehicle.
Adding outside equipment to the front of the
vehicle, such as hood-air deectors, may affect the
performance of the heating and air conditioning
system. Check with your dealer/retailer before
adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System
For vehicles with this system, the rear controls are three
knobs located in the headliner. The system can also
be controlled with the front controls.
A. Fan Control
B. Temperature Control
C. Air Delivery Mode ControlREAR:Press the REAR button on the front climate
control system to turn the rear climate control system on
or off. An indicator comes on when the rear system is
on. SeeClimate Control System on page 3-22or
Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-24.
The rear system can also be turned off by turning
the rear fan knob to the
9position.
Mimic Mode:This mode matches the rear climate
control to the front climate control airow settings.
It comes on when REAR is pressed the rst time.
Independent Mode:This mode directs rear seating
airow according to the settings of the rear controls. It
comes on when any rear control is adjusted.
Temperature Control:Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the airow
temperature into the passenger area.
Fan Control:Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to
increase or decrease the fan speed.
Air Delivery Mode Control:Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to change the direction of the airow.
H(Vent):Air is directed through the headliner outlets.
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)(Bi-Level):Air is directed through the oor and
headliner outlets. The rear system oor outlets are
located directly behind the second row seats. The
ow can be divided between vent and oor outlets
depending upon where the knob is placed between the
settings.
6(Floor):Air is directed to the oor outlets. The rear
system oor outlets are located directly behind the
second row seats.
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls
For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning
controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio
controls located in the center console. The system can
be controlled from the front controls as well as the
rear controls.A. Fan Control
B. Air Delivery Mode Control
C. Temperature Control
REAR:Press the REAR button on the front climate
control system to turn the rear climate control system
on or off. An indicator comes on when the rear system
is on.
The rear climate control system can also be turned off
by pressing and holding the
Cbutton. To turn the
system on from the rear seats, press any rear climate
control button, except the
Cbutton. Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls
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Mimic Mode:This mode matches the rear climate
control to the front climate control airow settings.
It comes on when REAR is pressed the rst time.
Independent Mode:This mode directs rear seating
airow according to the settings of the rear controls.
To turn the system on from the rear, press any
rear climate control button, except the
Cbutton.
Automatic Operation, If Equipped.
AUTO:Press the air delivery mode button until this
setting is selected to control the inside temperature, air
delivery, and fan speed. AUTO appears in the display
when automatic operation is active.
+/−(Increase/Decrease Temperature):Press
the+or−buttons to increase or decrease the cabin
temperature. The rear control temperature display
will show the temperature setting increasing or
decreasing.
The display only indicates climate control functions
when the system is in rear independent mode.
Manual Operation
DC(Fan Control):Press these buttons on the rear
seat audio control panel to increase or decrease
the airow. Pressing the fan up button when the system
is off will turn the system on. The air delivery mode
will remain under automatic control.
+/−(Temperature Control):Press these buttons to
adjust the temperature of the air owing into the
passenger area. Press the + button for warmer air and
press the−button for cooler air.
N(Air Delivery Mode Control):Press the mode
button to change the direction of the airow in the
vehicle. Repeatedly press the button until the desired
mode appears on the display. Multiple presses will cycle
through the delivery selections.
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Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
the warning lights and gages could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Some
warning lights come on briey when the engine is started
to indicate they are working.Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to indicate a problem with
the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
while driving, or when one of the gages shows there
may be a problem, check the section that explains what
to do. Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do
repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
The instrument cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, about
how much fuel the vehicle has and many other things needed to drive safely and economically.
For vehicles with a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information.United States 4-Speed version shown. 6-Speed and Canada similar.
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Speedometer and Odometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s speed in both
miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been
driven, in either miles (used in the United States)
or kilometers (used in Canada).
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has
been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero.
Press the reset button, located on the instrument
panel cluster next to the trip odometer display, to toggle
between the trip odometer and the regular odometer.
Holding the reset button for approximately one second
while the trip odometer is displayed resets it.
To display the odometer reading with the ignition off,
press the reset button.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is started, a chime sounds for
several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety
belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light comes
on and stays on for
several seconds, then
ashes for several more.
This chime and light are repeated if the driver remains
unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s
safety belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the
light comes on.
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime
sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger
to buckle their safety belt. This only occurs if the
passenger airbag is enabled. SeePassenger Sensing
System on page 1-90for more information. The
passenger safety belt light, located on the instrument
panel, comes on and stays on for several seconds and
then ashes for several more.
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