Chevrolet Trailblazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Introduction
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Introduction 3
About Driving the Vehicle
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in
loss of control or a crash. Be sure to read
the driving guidelines in this manual in the
section called“Driving and Operating” and
specifically Driver Behavior 0174, Driving
Environment 0174, and Vehicle Design
0 174.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels
and in this manual describe hazards and
what to do to avoid or reduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which will result in serious
injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could
result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could
result in property or vehicle damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or“Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M:Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
*: Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0: Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.” Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.
u:
Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components Properly
P:Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
H: Flammable
[:Forward Collision Alert
R:Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+:Fuses
j:ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
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1.Air Vents 0172.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0115.
IntelliBeam System Button (If Equipped).
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0112.
3. Instrument Cluster 092.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Display.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0106 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 108.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 086.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer 087.
5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0114.
Vehicle Alarm System 030.
6. Hazard Warning Flashers 0115.
7. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
0 120.
8. Climate Control Systems 0167.
Automatic Climate Control System 0169.
Heated Front Seats 041. (If Equipped).
9. USB Port 0127.
Auxiliary Jack 0130.
10. Wireless Charging 089 (If Equipped). 11. Stop/Start Disable Button. See
Stop/Start
System 0189 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0224 (If
Equipped).
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0200.
Sport Mode (If Equipped). See Driver
Mode Control 0202
All-Wheel Drive 0197 (If Equipped).
12. Electric Parking Brake 0198.
13. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 195.
14. Power Outlets 088.
15. Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0184 or
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) 0186
(If Equipped).
16. Steering Wheel Controls 0121.
17. Horn 086.
18. Steering Wheel Adjustment 086 (Out
of View).
19. Cruise Control 0203.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Camera) 0205
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 217 (If Equipped).
20. Hood Release. See Hood0240. 21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View).
SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 099.
22. Instrument Panel Storage 080.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0273.
23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0112.
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{Warning
If the key is unintentionally rotated while
the vehicle is running, the ignition could
be moved out of the RUN position.
This could be caused by heavy items
hanging from the key ring, or by large or
long items attached to the key ring that
could be contacted by the driver or
steering wheel. If the ignition moves out
of the RUN position, the engine will shut
off, braking and steering power assist
may be impacted, and airbags may not
deploy. To reduce the risk of
unintentional rotation of the ignition key,
do not change the way the ignition key
and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter, if equipped, are connected to
the provided key rings.
The ignition key and key rings, and RKE
transmitter, if equipped, are designed to
work together as a system to reduce the
risk of unintentionally moving the key out
of the RUN position. The ignition key has a
small hole to allow attachment of the
provided key ring.
It is important that any replacement ignition
keys have a small hole. See your dealer if a
replacement key is required.
The combination and size of the rings that
came with your keys were specifically
selected for your vehicle. The rings are
connected to the key like two links of a
chain to reduce the risk of unintentionallymoving the key out of the RUN position. Do
not add any additional items to the ring
attached to the ignition key.
Attach additional items only to the second
ring, and limit added items to a few
essential keys or small, light items no larger
than an RKE transmitter.
Interference from radio-frequency
identification (RFID) tags may prevent the
key from starting the vehicle. Keep RFID
tags away from the key when starting the
vehicle. The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used
for the ignition and all locks.
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Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start. The RKE transmitter buttons will not
operate when the key is in the ignition.
Programming Keys to the Vehicle
Only RKE keys programmed to this vehicle
will work. If a key is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. When the
replacement key is programmed to this
vehicle, all remaining keys must also be
reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen keys will
no longer work once the new key is
programmed.
Programming with Two Recognized Keys
To program a new key:1. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn the
ignition on.
2. Turn the ignition off and remove the key.
3. Quickly, within five seconds, insert the second original already programmed key
in the ignition and turn the ignition on.
4. Turn the ignition off, and remove the key. 5. Insert the new key to be programmed
and turn the ignition on within
five seconds. The security light will turn
off once the key has been programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1–5 if additional keys are to be programmed.
Programming without Two
Recognized Keys
Program a new key to the vehicle when a
recognized key is not available. Canadian
regulations require that owners see their
dealer.
If two currently recognized keys are not
available, follow this procedure to program
the first key.
This procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete for the first key.
The vehicle must be off and all of the keys
you wish to program must be with you.
1. Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition.
2. Turn the ignition on. The security light will come on.
3. Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off.
4. Turn the ignition off. 5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more times. After
the third time, turn the ignition on; the
key is learned and all previously known
keys will no longer work with the
vehicle.
6. To learn the second key, turn the ignition off, insert the second key to be
learned, and turn the ignition on.
After two keys are learned, the remaining
keys can be learned by following the
procedure in “Programming with Two
Recognized Keys.”
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
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Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear passenger
window switches from working.
.Press2to engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is on
when engaged.
.Press2again to disengage.
Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without holding
the window switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to express open the
window.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window. Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-up, program each express-close
window: 1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Sun Visors
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Warning (Continued)
cause the seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
or may damage the seat.
If equipped, the controls are on the climate
control panel. The engine must be running
to operate the heated seats.
Press
MorLto heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback.
Press the control once for the highest
setting. With each press of the control, the
heated seat will change to the next lower
setting, and then the off setting. Three
lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest. If the heated seats are on
high, the level may automatically be
lowered after approximately 30 minutes.
The passenger seat may take longer to
heat up.
Remote Start Heated Seats
When it is cold outside, the heated seats
can be turned on automatically during a
remote vehicle start. The heated seats will
be canceled when the vehicle is turned on.
Press the heated seat controls to use the
heated seats after the vehicle is started.
The heated seat indicator lights on the
control do not turn on during a remote
start.
The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is
normal.
To enable or disable remote start heated
seats, select Settings > Vehicle > Remote
Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote Start Auto
Heat Seats > Select ON or OFF.
Folding Seatback
The front passenger seatback may fold flat.
{Warning
If you fold the seatback forward to carry
longer objects, such as skis, be sure any
such cargo is not near an airbag. In a
crash, an inflating airbag might force that
object toward a person. This could cause
severe injury or even death. Secure
objects away from the area in which an
airbag would inflate.
Where Are the
Airbags? 054. Vehicle Load Limits 0181.
{Warning
Things you put on this seatback can
strike and injure people in a sudden stop
or turn, or in a crash. Remove or secure
all items before driving.
To fold the seatback: 1. Lower the head restraint all the way. See Head Restraints 037.
2. Move the seat as far back as possible. See Seat Adjustment 039 or
Power Seat Adjustment 039.
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{Warning
The seat belt can be pinched if it is
routed under plastic trim on the seat,
such as trim around the rear seatback
folding handle or side airbag. In a crash,
pinched seat belts might not provide
adequate protection. Never allow seat
belts to be routed under plastic trim
pieces.
{Warning
You can be seriously injured or killed if
the shoulder belt is worn behind your
back, under your legs, or wrapped around
your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go
all the way back into the retractor, but it
cannot do this if it is wrapped around
you. You may have to cut the seat belt if
it is locked and tightened around you.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
All seating positions in the vehicle have a
lap-shoulder belt.
The following instructions explain how to
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how,
see “Seats” in the Index.
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
pull the belt across you very quickly.
If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger
belt is pulled out all the way, the child
restraint locking feature may be
engaged. See
Child Restraint Systems
0 66. If this occurs, let the belt go back
all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed
position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
Engaging the child restraint locking
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger
sensing system. See Passenger Sensing
System 058.