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Caution (Continued)
to freeze and damage the
washer fluid tank and other
parts of the washer system.
. When using concentrated
washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer instructions for
adding water.
. Fill the washer fluid tank only
three-quarters full when it is
very cold. This allows for
fluid expansion if freezing
occurs, which could damage
the tank if it is
completely full.
Brakes
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or can be
heard all the time when the vehicle is
moving, except when applying the
brake pedal firmly.
{Warning
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will not
work well. That could lead to a
crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.
Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications 0347.
Brake pads should be replaced as
complete sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does
not return to normal height, or if
there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign that brake
service may be required.
Replacing Brake System Parts
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement parts.
If this is not done, the brakes may not
work properly. The braking
performance expected can change in
many other ways if the wrong
replacement brake parts are installed
or if parts are improperly installed.
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FusesUsage
F22 Electronic brake control module
F23 Parking/Trailer lamps
F24 Right trailer stoplamp/Turnlamp
F25 Steering column lock
F26 –
F27 Left trailer stoplamp/ Turnlamp
F28 –
F29 –
F30 Washer pump
F31 –
F32 Headlamp left
F33 –
F34 Horn
F35 –
F36 –
F37 Headlamp right
F38 – Fuses
Usage
F39 Transmission control module 1
F40 Left rear bus electrical center/DC DC ignition
F41 Instrument cluster
F42 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning/
Central gateway
module/Run/Crank
F43 Head-up display
F44 Electronic brake control module
electric brake booster/
Run/Crank
F45 –
F46 –
F47 –
F48 Rear wiper 2
F49 Interior rearview mirror
F50 Fuel system control module/Run/Crank
F51 Heated steering wheel Fuses
Usage
F52 Folding seats switch
F53 –
F54 Coolant pump
F55 Air conditioning clutch
F56 –
F57 Engine control module/Ignition
F58 Transmission control module/Ignition
F59 Engine control module battery
F60 –
F61 O2 sensor 1/ Aeroshutter/Mass air
flow sensor
F62 Engine control module–odd
F63 O2 sensor 2
F64 Engine control module–even
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FusesUsage
F65 Engine control module powertrain 1
F66 Engine control module powertrain 2
F67 Engine control module powertrain 3
F68 –
F69 –
F70 –
F71 –
F72 –
F73 –
F74 –
F75 –
F76 –
F77 –
Relays Usage
K1 Starter 1
K2 Run/Crank
K3 Starter 3 Relays
Usage
K4 –
K5 Air conditioning
K6 Coolant pump
K7 Engine control module
K8 Folding seats
K9 –
K10 Starter 2
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block
The instrument panel fuse block is in
the center console between the driver
and passenger seats. To access the
fuses, open the fuse panel door,
or remove the panel from the
passenger side by pulling it out.
To reinstall the door, push the door
back into its original location.
The vehicle may not be equipped with
all of the fuses, relays, and features
shown.
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FusesUsage
F1 Body control module 6 Fuses
Usage
F2 Diagnostic link/ Central gateway
module
F3 Electric steering column lock
F4 –
F5 Logistics
F6 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
F7 Body control module 3
F8 –
F9 Right front heated seat
F10 Airbag/Seat belt
F11 –
F12 Amplifier 2
F13 Body control module 7
F14 Left front heated seat Fuses
Usage
F15 Instrument panel switch bank
F16 Sunroof
F17 Body control module 1
F18 Instrument cluster/ Head up display
F19 –
F20 Rear seat entertainment
F21 Body control module 4
F22 Infotainment/USB data/Aux jack
F23 Body control module 2
F24 USB charger/ Wireless charging
F25 Park assist/ Electronic shift
select
F26 CIM
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FusesUsage
F27 Video/Night vision module
F28 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
display
F29 Radio
F30 Steering wheel adjustment controls
F31 Electric brake boost
F32 DC AC inverter
F33 Driver power seat
F34 Passenger power seat
F35 Battery IEC 1 feed
F36 Electric power steering
F37 Rear seat entertainment/USB
charge/Wireless
charging module/
Auxiliary power
outlet/Lighter Fuses
Usage
F38 Body control module 8
F39 –
Circuit
Breakers Usage
F40 –
F41 –
F42 Auxiliary power outlet/LighterRear Compartment Fuse
Block
The rear compartment fuse block is in
the cargo area, on the driver side of
the vehicle behind the lower trim
panel. To access the fuses in the Rear
Electrical Center, remove the center
cargo bin then small side bin. See Rear
Storage 097. See your dealer if
additional assistance is needed.
The label for this fuse block is in the
spare tire area, on the foam under the
cargo floor.
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Warning (Continued)
.Underinflated tires pose
the same danger as
overloaded tires. The
resulting crash could cause
serious injury. Check all
tires frequently to
maintain the
recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires
are cold.
.Overinflated tires are more
likely to be cut, punctured,
or broken by a sudden
impact—such as when
hitting a pothole. Keep
tires at the recommended
pressure.
.Worn or old tires can
cause a crash. If the tread
is badly worn,
replace them.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Replace any tires that have
been damaged by impacts
with potholes, curbs, etc.
.Improperly repaired tires
can cause a crash. Only
the dealer or an authorized
tire service center should
repair, replace, dismount,
and mount the tires.
.Do not spin the tires in
excess of 56 km/h
(35 mph) on slippery
surfaces such as snow,
mud, ice, etc. Excessive
spinning may cause the
tires to explode.
See Tire Pressure for High-Speed
Operation 0298 for inflation
pressure adjustment for
high-speed driving.
All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with all-season
tires. These tires are designed to
provide good overall performance on
most road surfaces and weather
conditions. Original equipment tires
designed to GM's specific tire
performance criteria have a TPC
specification code molded onto the
sidewall. Original equipment
all-season tires can be identified by
the last two characters of this TPC
code, which will be “MS.”
Consider installing winter tires on the
vehicle if frequent driving on snow or
ice-covered roads is expected.
All-season tires provide adequate
performance for most winter driving
conditions, but they may not offer the
same level of traction or performance
as winter tires on snow or ice-covered
roads. See Winter Tires 0290.
Winter Tires
This vehicle was not originally
equipped with winter tires. Winter
tires are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice-covered
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(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:
The United States version of a
metric tire sizing system. The
letter“P”as the first character in
the tire size means a passenger
vehicle tire engineered to
standards set by the U.S. Tire and
Rim Association.
(2) Tire Width
:The three-digit
number indicates the tire section
width in millimeters from sidewall
to sidewall.
(3) Aspect Ratio
:A two-digit
number that indicates the tire
height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect
ratio is 60, as shown in item (3) of
the illustration, it would mean
that the tire's sidewall is
60 percent as high as it is wide.
(4) Construction Code
:A letter
code is used to indicate the type
of ply construction in the tire. The
letter “R”means radial ply
construction; the letter “D”means
diagonal or bias ply construction. (5) Rim Diameter
:Diameter of
the wheel in inches.
(6) Service Description
:These
characters represent the load
index and speed rating of the tire.
The load index represents the load
carrying capacity a tire is certified
to carry. The speed rating is the
maximum speed a tire is certified
to carry a load.
Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward
on each square inch of the tire.
Air pressure is expressed in kPa
(kilopascal) or psi (pounds per
square inch).
Accessory Weight
:The combined
weight of optional accessories.
Some examples of optional
accessories are automatic
transmission, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio
:The relationship of
a tire's height to its width.
Belt
:A rubber coated layer of
cords between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead
:The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
:A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
:The amount
of air pressure in a tire, measured
in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds
per square inch) before a tire has
built up heat from driving. See
Tire Pressure 0296.
Curb Weight
:The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
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Recheck the tire pressure with the
tire gauge.
Put the valve caps back on the
valve stems to keep out dirt and
moisture and prevent leaks. Use
only valve caps designed for the
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors
could be damaged and would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Tire Pressure for
High-Speed Operation
{Warning
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h
(100 mph) or higher, puts additional
strain on tires. Sustained
high-speed driving causes excessive
heat buildup and can cause sudden
tire failure. This could cause a
crash, and you or others could be
killed. Some high-speed rated tires
require inflation pressure
adjustment for high-speed(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
operation. When speed limits and
road conditions allow the vehicle to
be driven at high speeds, make sure
the tires are rated for high-speed
operation, are in excellent
condition, and are set to the correct
cold tire inflation pressure for the
vehicle load.
Vehicles with 235/55R20 or 265/45R21
size tires require inflation pressure
adjustment when driving the vehicle
at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or
higher. Set the cold inflation pressure
to the maximum inflation pressure
shown on the tire sidewall, or 280 kPa
(41 psi), whichever is lower. Return
the tires to the recommended cold tire
inflation pressure when high-speed
driving has ended. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0176 and
Tire Pressure 0296.
The maximum load and inflation
pressure is molded on the tire
sidewall, in small letters, near the rim flange. It will read something like this:
Maximum load 690 kg (1,521 lbs)
300 kPa (44 psi) Max. Press.
Tire Pressure Monitor
System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor
technology to check tire pressure
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the
air pressure in your tires and transmit
tire pressure readings to a receiver
located in the vehicle.
Each tire, including the spare
(if provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to the
inflation pressure recommended by
the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has
tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire
inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)