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seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.
Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicleshould be serviced. There are partsof the airbag system in severalplaces around the vehicle. Yourdealer and the service manual haveinformation about servicing thevehicle and the airbag system. Topurchase a service manual, seeService Publications OrderingInformation0392.
{Warning
For up to 10 seconds after the
vehicle is turned off and the
battery is disconnected, an airbag
can still inflate during improper
service. You can be injured if you
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Warning (Continued)
are close to an airbag when it
inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
They are probably part of the
airbag system. Be sure to follow
proper service procedures, and
make sure the person performing
work for you is qualified to do so.
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
{Warning
If a snow plow or similar
equipment is installed on the
vehicle, the airbag system may
not function properly. An airbag
could inflate when it is not
supposed to inflate. People riding
in the vehicle could be injured,
and the vehicle and/or snow plow
could be damaged. Do not install
asnowploworsimilarequipment
on the vehicle.
Adding accessories that change thevehicle's frame, bumper system,height, front end, or side sheetmetal may keep the airbag systemfrom working properly. Theoperation of the airbag system canalso be affected by changing anyparts of the front seats, safety belts,airbag sensing and diagnosticmodule, steering wheel, instrumentpanel, any of the airbag modules,ceiling or pillar garnish trim,overhead console, front sensors,side impact sensors, or airbagwiring.
Yo u r d e a l e r a n d t h e s e r v i c e m a n u a lhave information about the locationof the airbag sensors, sensing anddiagnostic module, and airbagwiring.
In addition, the vehicle has apassenger sensing system for thefront outboard passenger position,which includes sensors that are partof the passenger seat. Thepassenger sensing system may notoperate properly if the original seattrim is replaced with non-GMcovers, upholstery, or trim; or withGM covers, upholstery, or trim
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grocery bag, laptop, or otherelectronic device. To turn off thereminder light and/or chime, removethe object from the seat or bucklethe safety belt.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is anelectrical problem with the airbagsystem. The system check includesthe airbag sensor(s), the passengersensing system, the pretensioners,the airbag modules, the wiring, andthe crash sensing and diagnosticmodule. For more information on theairbag system, seeAirbagSystem058.
The airbag readiness light comes onfor several seconds when thevehicle is started. If the light doesnot come on then, have it fixedimmediately.
{Warning
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.
If there is a problem with the airbagsystem, a Driver Information Center(DIC) message may also come on.SeeAirbag SystemMessages0136.
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passengersensing system. SeePassengerSensing System064for importantsafety information. The overheadconsole has a passenger airbagstatus indicator.
United States
Canada and Mexico
When the vehicle is started, thepassenger airbag status indicatorwill light ON and OFF, or the symbolfor on and off, for several secondsas a system check. Then, afterseveral more seconds, the statusindicator will light either ON or OFF,or either the on or off symbol, to letyou know the status of the frontoutboard passenger frontal airbag.
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manufacturer or by the trailermanufacturer. Always leave justenough slack so the combinationcan turn. Never allow safety chainsto drag on the ground.
Trailer Brakes
Aloadedtrailerthatweighsmorethan 900 kg (2,000 lb) needs to haveits own brake system that isadequate for the weight of thetrailer. Be sure to read and followthe instructions for the trailer brakesso they are installed, adjusted, andmaintained properly.
Trailer Wiring Harness
For vehicles not equipped withheavy-duty trailering, a harness issecured underneath the left side ofthe vehicle, next to the spare tire.The harness requires the installationof a trailer connector, which isavailable through your dealer. Theseven-wire harness contains thefollowing trailer circuits:
.Ye l l o w : L e f t s t o p / t u r n s i g n a l
.Green: Right stop/turn signal
.Brown: Taillamps/parking lamps
.Black: Ground
.Gray: Back-up lamps
.Orange: Battery feed
.Blue: Trailer brake
To h e l p c h a r g e a r e m o t e(non-vehicle) battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode button on the centerstack. If the trailer is too light forTo w / H a u l M o d e , t u r n o n t h eheadlamps to help charge thebattery.
Trailer Brake Control Wiring
Harness
Afour-wireharness,withoutconnector, is secured behind the leftside kick panel. The harnesscontains the following circuits:
.Red/Green: Battery feed
.Black: Ground
.White/Blue: Brake signal tocontroller
.Blue: Trailer Brake power totrailer connector
To r e m o v e t h e l e f t s i d e k i c k p a n e l ,start at the front of the panel pullingtoward the rear of the vehicle and liftupward to disengage the integralclips.
Tow/Haul Mode
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To r e p l a c e o n e o f t h e s e b u l b s :
1. Remove the two screws and liftoff the lamp assembly.
2. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise and pull itstraight out.
3. Pull the bulb straight out fromthe socket.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp BulbNumber
Back-up Lamp 921 (W16W)
Back-up Lamp* 1156
Exterior Lamp BulbNumber
Cargo Lamp 921 (W16W)
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL)
921LL
Front Turn SignalLamp andParking Lamp
7444NA-T
Sidemarker Lamp W5W LL
High-BeamHeadlamp9005 LL
Low-BeamHeadlampH11 LL
Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp7443 W21/5W LL-T
Stoplamp/TurnSignal Lamp/Ta i l l a m p *
11 5 7
*ChassisCabModels
For replacement bulbs not listedhere, contact your dealer.
Electrical System
Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses to protectagainst an electrical systemoverload. Fuses also protect powerdevices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new oneof the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road andafuseneedstobereplaced,thereis a fuse puller in the EngineCompartment Fuse Block. Replacethe fuse as soon as possible withone of the same amperage rating.
Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may causethe lamps to go on and off, or insome cases to remain off. Have theheadlamp wiring checked right awayif the lamps go on and off orremain off.
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Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due toheavy snow or ice, the windshieldwipers will stop until the motor coolsand will then restart.
Although the circuit is protectedfrom electrical overload, overloaddue to heavy snow or ice maycause wiper linkage damage.Always clear ice and heavy snowfrom the windshield before using thewindshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by anelectrical problem and not snow orice, be sure to get it fixed.
Fuses
The wiring circuits in the vehicle areprotected from short circuits byfuses. This greatly reduces thechance of fires caused by electricalproblems.
Look at the silver-colored bandinside the fuse. If the band is brokenor melted, replace the fuse. Be sureyou replace a bad fuse with a newone of the identical size and rating.
If a fuse goes out, replace the fuseas soon as you can.
Engine Compartment
Fuse Block
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,see the Duramax dieselsupplement.
The engine compartment fuse blockis in the engine compartment, onthe driver side of the vehicle.
Lift the cover to access the fuseblock.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component.
Afusepullerisavailableinsidethisfuse block.
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FusesUsage
F39–
F40–
F41–
F42–
F43 Cooling fan
F44 Vacuum pump
F45–
F46 Engine controlmodule 2
F47 Miscellaneous 2/Ignition
F48 Fog lamps (ifequipped)
F49–
F50 Trailer parkinglamps
F51 Horn
F52–
F53–
F54–
F55–
FusesUsage
F56 Washer pump
F57–
F58–
F59 Trailer wiring
F60 Mirrors defogger
F61–
F62 Canister ventsolenoid
F63–
F64 Trailerreverse lamp
F65 Left trailerstoplamp/Turnsignal lamps
F66 Right trailerstoplamp/Turnsignal lamps
F67 Electric powersteering
F68–
F69 Battery regulatedvoltage control
F70–
FusesUsage
F71–
F72–
F73–
F74 Generator
F75–
RelaysUsage
K1 A/C clutch
K2 Starter
K3–
K4 Wipers speed
K5 Wipers control
K6 Cargo lamp/Bedlighting (ifequipped)
K7 Powertrain
K8–
K9–
K10–
K11 Centerhigh-mountedstoplamp