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Vehicle Care 357
Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect drum
brake linings/shoes for wear or
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel
fuel door hinge, and power assist
step hinges, unless the components
are plastic. Applying silicone grease
on weatherstrips with a clean cloth
will make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, spring and fall,
use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the
underbody. Take care to thoroughly
clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Do not directly power wash the
transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water
can overcome the seals and
contaminate the fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
transfer case and/or axles and
should be replaced.

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366 Service and Maintenance
.Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0320.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0325.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 286.
. Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0353.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0353.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 059.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
. Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0353. .
Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0298.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check
0299.
. Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check 0299.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check
0 300.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. If the hold
open is low, service the gas
strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0301. .
Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See Tire Changing
0 334.

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372 Service and Maintenance
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.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires. Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see
Interior Care 0358 and
Exterior Care 0353.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.

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Customer Information 391
puts you in danger, or you are
instructed to move it by a police
officer.
Give only the necessary information
to police and other parties involved
in the crash.
For emergency towing see
Roadside Assistance Program
0386.
Gather the following information:
. Driver name, address, and
telephone number
. Driver license number
. Owner name, address, and
telephone number
. Vehicle license plate number
. Vehicle make, model, and
model year
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Insurance company and policy
number
. General description of the
damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility
that uses quality replacement parts.
See
“Collision Parts” earlier in this
section.
If the airbag has inflated, see What
Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? 065.
Managing the Vehicle Damage
Repair Process
In the event that the vehicle requires
damage repairs, GM recommends
that you take an active role in its
repair. If you have a pre-determined
repair facility of choice, take the
vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Specify to the facility that any
required replacement collision parts
be original equipment parts, either
new Genuine GM parts or recycled
original GM parts. Remember,
recycled parts will not be covered by
the GM vehicle warranty.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
but you must live with the repair.
Depending on your policy limits,
your insurance company may
initially value the repair using
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the repair professional, and insist on
Genuine GM parts. Remember,
if the vehicle is leased, you may be
obligated to have the vehicle
repaired with Genuine GM parts,
even if your insurance coverage
does not pay the full cost.
If another party's insurance
company is paying for the repairs,
you are not obligated to accept a
repair valuation based on that
insurance company's collision policy
repair limits, as you have no
contractual limits with that company.
In such cases, you can have control
of the repair and parts choices as
long as the cost stays within
reasonable limits.
Service Publications
Ordering Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis
and repair information on the
engines, transmission, axle,
suspension, brakes, electrical,
steering, body, etc.

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Spare TireCompact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Special Application Services . . . . 370
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Storage Areas Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Underseat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 103
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System
Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150, 395
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Taillamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 385
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 38
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
All-Terrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Full-Size Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 Tires (cont'd)
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 322
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 321
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Terminology and Definitions . . 317
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 331
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Towing Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . 259
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 259
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 348
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 271
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348