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Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake
linings could result in costly brake
repairs.
Some driving conditions or climates can
cause a brake squeal when the brakes are
first applied, clearing up following several
applies. This does not mean something is
wrong with the brakes.
If equipped with high performance brake
linings, there could be an increased build-up
of brake dust as well as minor noises as
compared to standard brake linings.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary
to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires
are rotated, inspect brake linings for wear
and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper
sequence to torque specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications 0323.
Brake pads should be replaced as complete
axle 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 can
change in many ways if the wrong brake
parts are installed or if parts are improperly
installed.
High Performance Brake Lining Cold
Weather Performance
If equipped with high performance brake
components, binding or clunking may be
noticeable when first moving the vehicle
after parking in cold weather when the
brakes have been wet, such as when driving
in the rain or after a car wash. This is
normal for brakes with high friction linings
and does not affect the operation of the
brakes. Apply the brakes several times until
the binding or clunking stops. If the vehicle
is washed before long term storage, drive it
and apply the brakes several times to
thoroughly dry the brakes before storing.
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is
filled with GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid
as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0242 for the
location of the reservoir.
Checking Brake Fluid
Place the vehicle in P (Park) or Neutral with
the parking brake applied if equipped with a
manual transmission. On a level surface, the
brake fluid level should be between the
minimum and maximum marks on the brake
fluid reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the brake
fluid level in the reservoir may go down:
.Normal brake lining wear. When new
linings are installed, the fluid level goes
back up.
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.A fluid leak in the brake/clutch hydraulic
system. Have the brake/clutch hydraulic
system fixed. With a leak, the brakes will
not work well.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap
and the area around the cap before
removing it.
Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. Adding
fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added
when the linings are worn, there will be too
much fluid when new brake linings are
installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary,
only when work is done on the brake/clutch
hydraulic system.
{Warning
If too much brake fluid is added, it can
spill on the engine and burn, if the
engine is hot enough. You or others could
be burned, and the vehicle could be
damaged. Add brake fluid only when
work is done on the brake/clutch
hydraulic system.
When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a low
level, the brake warning light comes on. See
Brake System Warning Light 094. Brake fluid absorbs water over time which
degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid.
Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals
to prevent increased stopping distance. See
Maintenance Schedule
0310.
What to Add
Use only GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid
from a clean, sealed container. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0318.
{Warning
The wrong or contaminated brake fluid
could result in damage to the brake
system. This could result in the loss of
braking leading to a possible injury.
Always use the proper GM approved
brake fluid.
Caution
If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
damaged. Immediately wash off any
painted surface.
Battery - North America
The original equipment battery is
maintenance free. Do not remove the cap
and do not add fluid.
The battery is in the trunk, behind the trim
panel, on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Refer to the replacement number shown on
the original battery label when a new
battery is needed.
The vehicle has an Absorbed Glass Mat
(AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of a
standard 12-volt battery will result in
reduced 12-volt battery life. When using a
12-volt battery charger on the 12-volt AGM
battery, some chargers have an AGM
battery setting on the charger. If available,
use the AGM setting on the charger, to limit
charge voltage to 14.8 volts.
{Warning
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause (Continued)
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Fuses UsageF15 Automatic headlamp leveling
module
F16 Front heated seat F17 Passenger window
F18 Body control module 4
F19 SDM/AOS
F20 OnStar/Navigation F21 Body control module 6
F22 ABS valve
F23 –
F24 –
F25 Electric steering column lock
F26 Body control module 2
F27 –
F28 Body control module 3 Fuses Usage
F29 Body control module 8
F30 Windshield wiper F31 Right HID headlamp
F32 Left HID headlamp
F33 –
F34 Horn F35 Automatic headlamp leveling
motor
F36 Left high-beam headlamp
F37 Right high-beam headlamp
F38 –
F39 –
F40 Rear electrical center/Ignition
F41 Malfunction indicator lamp/
Ignition Fuses Usage
F42 HVAC/ISRVM/ OSRVM
F43 Front exhaust valve active fuel
management
F44 –
F45 Sunroof
F46 Body control module 7
F47 CGM
F48 A/C clutch
F49 Heated steering wheel
F50 Fuel system control module/
Ignition
F51 Rear exhaust valve PTSQ
F52 –
F53 –
F54 Engine coolant pump
F55 Fuel prime
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Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services - Normal
(1) Or every two years, whichever comes
first. More frequent passenger compartment
air filter replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air
quality, high dust levels, or environmental
allergens. Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if there is
reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors.
Your GM dealer can help determine when to
replace the filter.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever comes
first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect
the filter at each oil change or more often
as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 251.
(4) Or every five years, whichever comes
first. See Cooling System 0253.
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking,
or damage; replace, if needed. (6)
Do not directly power wash the rear axle
output seals. High pressure water can
overcome the seals and contaminate the
rear axle fluid. Contaminated fluid will
decrease the life of the axle and should be
replaced.
(7) If equipped with an automatic
transmission, replace brake fluid every five
years. If equipped with a manual
transmission, replace brake/clutch fluid
every three years. See Brake Fluid0259.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever comes
first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0262.
(9) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
See Gas Strut(s) 0263.
(10) Replace air conditioning desiccant every
seven years.
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Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services - Severe
(1) Or every two years, whichever comes
first. More frequent passenger compartment
air filter replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air
quality, high dust levels, or environmental
allergens. Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if there is
reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors.
Your GM dealer can help determine when to
replace the filter.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever comes
first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect
the filter at each oil change or more often
as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 251.
(4) Or every five years, whichever comes
first. See Cooling System 0253.
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking,
or damage; replace, if needed. (6)
Do not directly power wash the rear axle
output seals. High pressure water can
overcome the seals and contaminate the
axle fluid. Contaminated fluid will decrease
the life of the axle and may drive the need
for repair or replacement.
(7) If equipped with an automatic
transmission, replace brake fluid every five
years. If equipped with a manual
transmission, replace brake/clutch fluid
every three years. See Brake Fluid0259.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever comes
first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0262.
(9) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
See Gas Strut(s) 0263.
(10) Replace air conditioning desiccant every
seven years.
Special Application Services
.Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only:
Lubricate chassis components every oil
change.
.Have underbody flushing service
performed. See "Underbody Maintenance"
in Exterior Care 0300.
Additional Maintenance
and Care
Your vehicle is an important investment and
caring for it properly may help to avoid
future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle
performance, additional maintenance
services may be required.
It is recommended that your dealer perform
these services —their trained dealer
technicians know your vehicle best. Your
dealer can also perform a thorough
assessment with a multi-point inspection to
recommend when your vehicle may need
attention.
The following list is intended to explain the
services and conditions to look for that may
indicate services are required.
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.
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UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission (8 Speed) DEXRON-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (10 Speed) DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling
System 0253.
Engine Oil (2.0L L4 and 3.6L V6 Engines) Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. SeeEngine Oil0247.
Engine Oil (6.2L V8 Engine) Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos2 is recommended. SeeEngine Oil0247.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer. Manual Transmission See your dealer.
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Rear Axle See your dealer.
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
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Automatic (cont'd)Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Shift Lock Control Function Check . . . . . . 261
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . 126
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
B
Battery Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 115
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . 260, 297
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Bluetooth Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152, 153
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Boost Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Brake
Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Brakes (cont'd)
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Bulb Replacement Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
High Intensity Discharge (HID)Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239, 260, 297
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Charging
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 92
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71, 72
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Climate Control Systems Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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GM Mobility ReimbursementProgram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Guidance Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . 111
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
High Intensity Discharge (HID)Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . 40
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Heater Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176, 179
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 43
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176, 179
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
I
If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Indicator
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 60
Information Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 116
J
Jack
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . 297
K
Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 115
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Malfunction Indicator (CheckEngine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 70
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Latches, Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40