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228 Driving and Operating
This can help to avoid situations
that require heavy braking and
sudden turns.
Passing
More passing distance is needed
when towing a trailer. Because the
rig is longer, it is necessary to go
farther beyond the passed vehicle
before returning to the lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering
wheel with one hand. To move the
trailer to the left, move your hand to
the left. To move the trailer to the
right, move your hand to the right.
Always back up slowly and,
if possible, have someone
guide you.
Making TurnsCaution
Making very sharp turns while
trailering could cause the trailer to
come in contact with the vehicle. (Continued)
Caution (Continued)
The vehicle could be damaged.
Avoid making very sharp turns
while trailering.
When turning with a trailer, make
wider turns than normal so the
trailer will not strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees, or other
objects. Use the turn signal well in
advance and avoid jerky or sudden
maneuvers.
Turn Signals When Towing a
Trailer
The turn signal indicators on the
instrument cluster flash whenever
signaling a turn or lane change.
Properly hooked up, the trailer
lamps also flash, telling other
drivers the vehicle is turning,
changing lanes, or stopping.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on
the instrument cluster flash for turns
even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Check occasionally to
be sure the trailer bulbs are still
working.
Driving on Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower
gear before starting down a long or
steep downgrade. If the
transmission is not shifted down, the
brakes might have to be used so
much that they would get hot and no
longer work well.
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).
Use a lower gear if the transmission
shifts too often.
When towing at high altitude on
steep uphill grades, engine coolant
boils at a lower temperature than at
normal altitudes. If the engine is
turned off immediately after towing
at high altitude on steep uphill
grades, the vehicle could show
signs similar to engine overheating.
To avoid this, let the engine run
while parked, preferably on level
ground, with the transmission in
P (Park) for a few minutes before
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combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation
of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function
properly.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0277.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 337.Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS is designed to warn the
driver when a low tire pressure
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
mounted onto each tire and wheel
assembly, excluding the spare tire
and wheel assembly. The TPMS
sensors monitor the air pressure in
the tires and transmit the tire
pressure readings to a receiver
located in the vehicle.
When a low tire pressure condition
is detected, the TPMS illuminates
the low tire pressure warning light
located on the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop
as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See
Vehicle Load
Limits 0178.
A message to check the pressure in
a specific tire displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). The low
tire pressure warning light and the
DIC warning message come on at
each ignition cycle until the tires are
inflated to the correct inflation
pressure. Using the DIC, tire
pressure levels can be viewed. For
additional information and details
about the DIC operation and
displays see Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0134 or
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0137.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
could be an early indicator that the
air pressure is getting low and
needs to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
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Use a soft bristle brush to remove
dust from knobs and crevices on the
instrument cluster. Using a mild
soap solution, immediately remove
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect
repellent from all interior surfaces or
permanent damage may result.
Use cleaners specifically designed
for the surfaces being cleaned to
prevent permanent damage. Apply
all cleaners directly to the cleaning
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any
switches or controls. Remove
cleaners quickly.
Before using cleaners, read and
follow all safety instructions on the
label. While cleaning the interior,
open the doors and windows to get
proper ventilation.
To prevent damage, do not clean
the interior using the following
cleaners or techniques:
.Never use a razor or any other
sharp object to remove soil from
any interior surface.
. Never use a brush with stiff
bristles. .
Never rub any surface
aggressively or with too much
pressure.
. Do not use laundry detergents or
dishwashing soaps with
degreasers. For liquid cleaners,
use approximately 20 drops per
3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
A concentrated soap solution will
create streaks and attract dirt.
Do not use solutions that contain
strong or caustic soap.
. Do not heavily saturate the
upholstery when cleaning.
. Do not use solvents or cleaners
containing solvents.
Interior Glass
To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
dampened with water. Wipe droplets
left behind with a clean dry cloth.
If necessary, use a commercial
glass cleaner after cleaning with
plain water.
Caution
To prevent scratching, never use
abrasive cleaners on automotive
glass. Abrasive cleaners or
aggressive cleaning may damage
the rear window defogger.
Cleaning the windshield with water
during the first three to six months
of ownership will reduce tendency
to fog.
Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover
gently, so that the speaker will not
be damaged. Clean spots with water
and mild soap.
Coated Moldings
Coated moldings should be cleaned.
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a
sponge or soft, lint-free cloth
dampened with water.
. When heavily soiled, use warm
soapy water.
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Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power
to start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
. Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
. Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary. Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
.
Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0320 for GM approved
fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled. Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks.
With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.
Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
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Index 355
Child Restraints (cont'd)Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 334
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Connections OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Control Traction and ElectronicStability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge . . 122
Engine TemperatureWarning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163, 166
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Courtesy Transportation
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Cover Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . 201
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Text Telephone (TTY)Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Customer Information
Service PublicationsOrdering Information . . . . . . . . 336
Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
D
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 334
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Data CollectionInfotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 340
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 339 Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Diagnostics OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Door
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 326
Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 194, 255
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 209
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 137
Driving
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 214
Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 25
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I
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
IndicatorVehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . 6
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 48
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
J
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
K
Keyless EntryRemote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 28
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 269
Lamps Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 156
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Lamps (cont'd)
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 218
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 221
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 129
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
LATCH System Replacing Parts after aCrash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Leveling Control
Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lighting Adaptive Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Lighting (cont'd)
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Lights
Adaptive Forward Lighting(AFL) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 127
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 128
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning . . . . . . . 131
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 132
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 156
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 123
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132